About us:

Faro Energy is an investment company that identifies, develops, and finances solar energy projects in Brazil for large retail clients. Faro is also B-Corp certified with a strong focus on creating social and environmental impact. Faro’s investment fund has more than BRL 500 million in assets under management and has a pipeline greater than 200 MWs. Our objective is to enhance the growth, sophistication and access to the renewable energy market in Brazil. We bring international capital and project execution best practices to enable our clients in the region to access best-in-class technology, while providing our investors with attractive returns on capital.

Faro Energy is part of the Modern Energy group, a US-based B-Corp that invests, builds, and operates clean energy and energy efficiency businesses to accelerate the global transition to a zero-carbon economy. Modern’s portfolio includes proprietary companies that provide distributed energy solutions to customers and markets in the United States and Brazil. The company is headquartered in Durham, North Carolina.

About The Role

The Investment Analyst will report to the Director of Investments in São Paulo and will have the following day-to-day responsibilities at Faro Energy:

• Investment Evaluation
  1. Evaluate new project investment opportunities using financial and commercial analysis
  2. Prepare financial and commercial reports on investment opportunities for Faro’s investment committee
  3. Lead the evaluation of client and counterparty creditworthiness
• Investor Relations
  1. Develop and prepare recurring and ad-hoc investor reports, collating and communicating financial, operational, and commercial information from across the business
  2. Respond to information requests from current and prospective investors and capital providers on a wide range of subjects
  3. Support the preparation of fundraising materials, including presentations, financial models, written reports, and data room management
• Strategy
  1. Support strategic decision making across the business by conducting research and preparing analysis on business performance, market conditions and new business opportunities
  2. Develop presentations and reports for management and the Board of Directors
  3. Support M&A transactions by assisting at all process stages from initial contact to transaction close

About You

You have sound financial training and take a data-driven approach to solving problems. You are equally comfortable preparing a detailed financial model and communicating your findings succinctly to senior stakeholders. You can effectively make use of language, visuals, and numbers to communicate and tailor your message to your audience. You are organized, able to prioritize effectively, and focused on results. You have strong attention to detail and hold yourself to high standards. You build collaborative relationships with your colleagues and enjoy working in a team. You think strategically about the business and are keen to learn and contribute beyond your immediate area of responsibility. You are passionate about helping to build a business that is at the forefront of the global transition to a low carbon energy system.

Requirements

1. Undergraduate (or higher) degree from well-respected Brazilian or international university, with strong academic results
2. At least 1-2 years of professional experience in banking, private equity, and/or management consulting
3. Significant financial modeling experience and sound understanding of financial statements, with advanced Microsoft Excel skills
4. Experience preparing written reports and Powerpoint presentations
5. Professional fluency in written and spoken Portuguese and English
6. Experience working in Brazil
7. Willingness to live and work in São Paulo, Brazil
8. Legal right to work in Brazil

Differentiators

1. Experience in the energy sector in Brazil
2. Experience in renewable energy sector
3. Experience in reporting, project & corporate finance, and forecasting
4. Experience working with international investment products and investors
5. Experience working outside of Brazil