Last Energy seeks a versatile professional to source, evaluate, and execute strategic transactions and special projects. This role will work on M&A deals, debt offerings, JV agreements, project finance, sales channel partnerships, and other high-impact initiatives. These bespoke finance-oriented projects will require both modeling expertise and sharp judgment to identify edge-case risks and structure favorable terms. You'll work directly with our CEO/CFO and alongside our VP of Corporate Development to execute company-defining deals.
Key Duties & Responsibilities
Source, evaluate, and lead M&A, debt financings, JV structures, project finance, and strategic partnerships Build financial models and conduct scenario analysisIdentify contractual risks and negotiate key termsDrive transactions from sourcing to close and integrationStructure innovative commercial and financial arrangements with Fortune 500 customers, infrastructure investors, and government entitiesExecute special finance projects across the organization including capital raising efforts, institutional investor relations, credit facilities, and government financing programsBuild and maintain stakeholder relationshipsPartner with CEO/CFO on strategic planning and translate engineering/regulatory complexity into executable business strategyMentor junior team members and establish best-in-class processesAdditional duties as assignedQualifications
Bachelor's degree or higher in Finance or related field10+ years in investment banking, private equity, or corporate development including 2 years in investment banking (M&A, capital markets)Post-banking investing experience (energy/infrastructure funds), corporate development at energy companies, portfolio company leadership, or entrepreneurial ventures (4-8+ years)Track record of executing M&A and capital market transactions highly valuedAdvanced modeling and valuation skillsDeep domain knowledge in power, energy, infrastructure, or industrial sectorsStrong business judgment and a keen eye for identifying hidden risks and edge-case scenariosProven ability to structure favorable terms in complex negotiationsTrack record of commitment to organizational goals and seeing initiatives through to completionVersatile operator comfortable with M&A, debt offerings, JV agreements, project finance, sales channel partnerships, and special projectsEnergetic, relationship-oriented, and adaptableDisciplined, thorough, and extremely focused when neededMissionary not mercenary - genuinely excited about nuclear missionBased in or willing to relocate to Austin, TX.
