The CEFC is Australia's specialist climate investor, helping cut emissions in the race towards net zero by ****. We invest in the latest technologies to generate, store, manage and transmit clean energy
About the opportunity
Are you ready to help shape Australia's energy future? Join the CEFC as an Associate, Portfolio Management (RTN) and play a key role in delivering the Australian Government's Rewiring the Nation (RTN) program, a transformative initiative to decarbonise the electricity sector and build a resilient, clean energy grid. As an Associate, you will support the management of investments in nationally significant energy infrastructure projects across Australia.
You'll work across the capital structure with exposure including corporate loans, project finance and hybrids, and collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure successful delivery and performance. This is an opportunity to contribute to the future of clean energy investment in Australia. We're looking for thoughtful, driven professionals who care about sustainability and want to make a real impact. If this opportunity feels like a valuable fit, we'd love to hear from you, even if your experience looks a little different from what is listed.
The role you'll play
As the Associate, Portfolio Management - RTN, you will be responsible for:
Assisting with the transition of investment transactions from the RTN Investment team to Portfolio Management, ensuring strong knowledge transfer and understanding of key project risks and stakeholders.
Assisting to monitor and manage investments through construction and operations,



including performance against financial, sustainability, and social licence targets.
Liaising with internal teams (Investment, Technical, Regulatory, Legal, Finance, Risk, Sustainability, Research) and external stakeholders (project sponsors, financiers, advisers) to drive outcomes.
Undertaking financial and risk analysis, including reviewing financial models, statements, cashflows, and forecasts.
Supporting detailed reviews and reporting to CEFC Management, executive committees, and the Board, with a focus on asset performance, risk, return, and sustainability outcomes.
Assisting with managing and negotiating counterparty requests, ensuring timely approvals and effective stakeholder engagement.
Collaborating with RTN Investment, Sustainability, and Research teams and counterparties to share knowledge, drive decarbonisation outcomes, and oversee climate and sustainability reporting.
To be successful in this role, you will have
An understanding of bank loan, project finance and/or equity investment transactions and documentation, with a minimum of 3 years' experience in project finance, asset management, banking, equity investment, or credit risk.




Exposure to various types of financing and investment structures such as project finance, corporate finance, hybrid and equity investments.
Experience in energy or infrastructure sectors is highly desirable.
Experience in undertaking commercial and financial analysis, including financial modelling, assessing project risks, analysing financial statements and cashflow forecasts, interpreting and using financial models relative to project milestones, management of financial covenants and drawdowns and analysis of capital structures.
Problem solving skills and confidence to propose practical and innovative solutions based on sound analytical and critical thinking.
Relationship‐building skills.
Relevant tertiary qualifications in Business, Finance, Commerce, Engineering, or Law.
Passion for sustainability, decarbonisation, and innovative financing solutions.
Excellent organisational and time management skills, with the ability to work effectively under pressure.
Current Australian work rights.
Will be required to complete background checks, including security clearances if required, prior to commencement.
Equal‐opportunity and diversity
We are an equal‐opportunity employer who is committed to fostering an inclusive work environment. We value diverse thinking, cultures, perspectives, backgrounds, and abilities, and First Nations candidates are encouraged to apply. If you require adjustments to your working arrangements or the recruitment process, please let us know when applying.
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📌 Associate (New South Wales)
🏢 Clean Energy Finance
📍 New South Wales