About the job
Aula Energy is building a portfolio of solar, wind and battery assets that will power the clean energy future.
We are looking for a Project Finance Manager to support Aula Energy’s growth by delivering on financing activities, managing debt facilities, and contributing to capital strategy execution.
The role is hands-on and delivery focused, with defined ownership of key workstreams while supporting broader strategic initiatives led by the GM.
You Will
Capital Strategy Support
- Contribute to the development and execution of capital strategy by providing analysis and evaluating financing structures and future funding requirements
- Prepare analysis and materials to support Board and investment decisions
- Provide informed recommendations based on financial and market insights
Transaction Execution
- Support execution of project finance transactions including modelling, due diligence and coordination
- Lead defined workstreams within transactions, including managing advisors and coordinating inputs
- Maintain financial models to support transaction decisions and lender discussions
Debt Facility Management
- Take ownership of ongoing management of debt facilities including reporting, compliance and covenant monitoring
- Manage lender communications for operational matters
- Maintain debt registers and support refinancing planning
Stakeholder & Relationship Management
- Build and maintain relationships with lenders, advisors and internal stakeholders
- Act as a day-to-day contact for selected external stakeholders
- Collaborate across development, finance and commercial teams
You Bring
Essential
Minimum 5-7 years of project finance expertise
Experience gained within a leading commercial bank, investment bank, infrastructure fund, renewable energy developer, energy company, or financial advisory firm.
Demonstrated understanding of the Australian energy market
Successful track record of technical skills in running an end-to-end deal process.
Desirable
Experience in the renewable energy market is highly desirable
Capabilities & Behaviours
Analytical and strategic thinker with the ability to assess complex situations and make effective recommendations.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, especially in collaborating with a wide range of individuals at various levels internally and externally
Power up the future with us.
We love hearing from anyone inspired to build a better future with us, if you're excited about the role or working at Aula Energy we encourage you to apply.
What We Offer
Join a dynamic, collaborative team making a real difference in Australia’s energy transition - and play a role in shaping the people, culture, and capability that will drive our future.
Depending on eligibility and location, Aula Energy employees can access a wide range of benefits, including:
Hybrid and flexible working arrangements
Wellbeing and service bonus leave
Up to 20 weeks paid parental leave
Paid volunteer leave
Range of benefits to support your physical, mental and financial wellbeing
Our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion
Aula Energy is proud to be a certified Great Place to Work, WORK180 Endorsed Employer, and AFR Best Place to Work, and is committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace. We encourage people from all backgrounds to apply and welcome all identities, including race, ethnicity, cultural identity, nationality, gender (including gender identity or expression), age, sexual orientation, marital or partnership status, parental, caregiving or family status, family and domestic violence status, neurodiversity, religion or belief, disability, or socio-economic background.
We are committed to providing reasonable adjustments to individuals who may need support during the recruitment process and in working arrangements. If you require additional assistance, please let us know when applying.
Ready to Make an Impact?
Be part of something bigger. Apply now and help us Power Up The Future.
Aula Energy is an Australian-headquartered renewable energy business. We’re dedicated to developing, building and operating onshore renewable energy projects across Australia with ambition to expand into New Zealand. Established by Macquarie in 2023, we bring together a proud Australian heritage, a specialist team with decades of experience in onshore renewables and a shared mission to provide energy for the future.
We believe that together we can be greater than the sum of our parts. And that it’s through partnership that we can have the most impact. That’s why we prioritise long-term relationships and collaboration in the development of our projects, and operation of our assets. Together, we can help bring about meaningful change for the people who live and work in our communities.
Aula Energy is a new Australian-headquartered renewable energy business. We’re dedicated to developing, building and operating onshore renewable energy projects across Australia. Established by Macquarie in 2023, we bring together a proud Australian heritage, a specialist team with decades of experience in onshore renewables and a shared mission to provide energy for the future.
We believe that together we can be greater than the sum of our parts. And that it’s through partnership that we can have the most impact. That’s why we prioritise long-term relationships and collaboration in the development of our projects. Together, we can help bring about meaningful change for the people who live and work in our communities.
Aula Energy. Energy for the future.
