Associate Director, Investment and M&A

EDP Renewables APAC is the main subsidiary of EDP Group, a global leader in the renewable energy sector and one of the world’s largest wind producers. With its headquarters in Singapore, EDP Renewables is the leading sustainable development hub for the Asia Pacific region with activities across nine different markets. Our activities are focused on the design, development, management, and operation of renewable energy sources, namely solar, wind, as well as new technologies such as storage.

EDP is a global energy group leading the Energy Transition, Innovation and Sustainability. Using the technology of the future, we create solutions highly focused on the needs of our people and our customers, never neglecting our role and contributions to society. To achieve our goals, we aim to attract diverse people with high potential through the professional opportunities we create.

Join us to be part of a renewable energy leader that reinvests in society through sustainable projects and social as well as cultural causes. You will have the opportunity to actively participate in our global transformation, by changing tomorrow now.

This position is created to promote and accelerate the international expansion in Asia Pacific region. The Investments and M&A team is instrumental in originating, analysing, and executing M&A opportunities and strategic analysis. This will allow the company to continue expanding its worldwide footprint and consolidating its standing as one of the major developers, owners and operators of renewable assets in the world.

The individual in this role will analyse and execute worldwide strategic investments and divestments (M&A, partnerships, greenfield) and will be directly responsible for the deal execution process in allocated geographies and deals: valuation, offer preparation, due diligence coordination, deal negotiation and internal approvals. They will also contribute and facilitate investment-related communications and decision-making within the organization and have a key liaising role between APAC and EDP/ EDPR Headquarters in Portugal and Spain.

Responsibilities

• Drive investment strategy development in collaboration with senior leadership to develop and refine the investment strategy for the APAC region, aligning with corporate objectives and market trends.
• Conduct market research and analysis to identify potential investment opportunities, partnerships, and M&A targets that enhance the company’s portfolio.
• Lead comprehensive due diligence processes, including financial, operational, and legal evaluations of target companies and projects.
• Develop and manage detailed financial models to perform valuations, assess risks, and overall feasibility of potential projects or acquisitions.
• Lead the analysis for bid strategy for NBO/BO stages and (Auction and Direct) Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) bids.
• Negotiate terms and conditions for investments and acquisitions, working closely with legal and financial advisors to structure deals effectively.
• Collaborate with external advisors (e.g., legal counsel, financial advisor) and internal EDPR teams (e.g., operations, wind, tax) for NBO and BO stages of execution of M&A transactions.
• Prepare investment memoranda and high quality presentations to assist group decision-making bodies in global investment decisions.
• Participate in strategic analysis projects for the group (namely portfolio analysis and business planning).
• Analyse greenfield projects in terms of economic risk and strategic options and provide reports of findings.
• Mentor junior team members and take responsibility of the quality of their deliverables.
• Additional duties as required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business Administration, Economics, or a related field; MBA or equivalent advanced degree preferred.
• At least 10 years in core valuation, M&A, corporate finance or investment analysis. Big4, Investment Banking or Private Equity background is a plus.
• Strong knowledge of valuation (FCFF and FCFE), financing, accounting, and strategic analysis.
• M&A due diligence and deal negotiation (SPA, SHA, JDA, JV) experience required. Deal execution experience within APAC region countries is strongly desired.
• Experience in the Energy or Infrastructure sector, preferably in renewables, is required.
• Strong teamwork skills. Ability to manage empathetically interdepartmental relations within APAC regions and local Headquarters.
• Strong time-management skills & ability to work well under pressure and take on responsibility.
• Ability to demonstrate strategic vision and high attention to detail.
• Value alignment: stewardship, collaboration, innovation and with a spirit of excellence.

When you join EDP Renewables APAC, you will have access to:
• Professional experience in a leading global company in the renewables industry with flexible work conditions.
• Recognition through remuneration compatible with the role and other additional benefits.
• Opportunities for personal and professional development, e.g. cross-cutting projects, mobilities and volunteering.

About EDP Group:
As a socially responsible company, we incorporate our values and practices with the principles of Diversity and Inclusion. To achieve all our objectives, we intend to attract, develop and retain different profiles, assuming diversity as a key factor and differentiator of fundamental innovation in our organisation. We welcome and value all people, and we are committed to the inclusion and sense of belonging of each person who is part of the EDP Group.

What makes us proud as an employer:
• TOP Employer APAC, Singapore 2024 certification
• TOP Employer Europe 2024 certification
• Bloomberg Gender Equality Index 2021
• Top Workplaces US 2021
• Certification in Conciliation (Excellence) by the Más Familia Foundation.