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Senior Manager, Investment Management
Lightsource bp | Denver, CO or Austin, TX | Hybrid
Department: Finance | Reports to: Head of Regional Finance, US

About Lightsource bp

Lightsource bp is a global leader in onshore renewable energy development, delivering large-scale solar and energy storage solutions that power the energy transition. For over a decade, we’ve been diversifying the way the world is powered through responsible, sustainable renewable energy.

Fully acquired by bp in 2024, Lightsource bp operates under a capital-light investment model — retaining management and equity interest in projects while leveraging third-party capital, including debt, tax equity, and structured equity financing, to fund our growing portfolio.

Our people and projects are focused on long-term sustainable growth, energy security, and a cleaner future.

The Opportunity

Lightsource bp is seeking a Senior Manager, Investment Management to join our U.S. Finance team, based in Denver or Austin.

The Investment Management (IM) team serves as the primary interface between Lightsource bp and its capital partners — from the close of financing transactions through ongoing day-to-day relationship management, reporting, and commercial interaction until potential full exit.

In this role, you will provide critical financial modelling and analytical support across our U.S. renewable energy portfolio, working closely with Structured Finance, Asset Management, Finance, Power Marketing, Legal, and Engineering teams to drive portfolio performance and long-term value.

What You’ll Do

Financial Modelling & Analysis

Build, develop, and maintain robust financial models for individual asset portfolios, including return and valuation calculations, debt sizing, ratio analysis, and scenario sensitivities

Update portfolio models with actuals and maintain monthly, semi-annual, and annual cash flow models

Provide support on debt financing, refinancing, and M&A transactions

Work with independent advisors (technical, legal, tax) and internal teams to develop deep knowledge of asset value drivers

Deliver clear, high-quality financial modelling advice to both specialist and non-specialist stakeholders

Support budgeting, financial planning, and Board presentations

Portfolio Valuation

Regularly review and update the Asset Valuation Framework, including valuation methodology, modelling assumptions, and financial KPIs

Update asset portfolio models on a semi-annual basis with financial actuals and agreed assumptions, delivering outputs in line with the Asset Valuation Framework

Prepare timely valuation reports and provide model updates to support investment and divestment initiatives

Investment Management Team Support

Support IM Portfolio Managers on investor and lender compliance matters, including modelling and presentations for tax equity investors, JV partners, and lenders

Manage covenant reporting, waiver and approval requests, debt service payments, sponsor distributions, and credit support facilities such as Letters of Credit

Contribute ideas for new investment or divestment opportunities, including maintenance capex, operational improvements, and commercial contract enhancements

What We’re Looking For

Skills & Knowledge

Advanced Excel skills are a must, including VBA, Power Query, and Power BI (or similar data analysis tools)

Demonstrated ability to build financial models for project valuations and project-level debt management

Strong understanding of project finance debt sizing, key valuation drivers, and non-recourse financing structures

Experience

3–5 years of relevant work experience in project finance, financial advisory, infrastructure investment, or a related field

Proven track record of independently building financial models, running sensitivities, and challenging assumptions on project finance transactions

Demonstrated experience as the primary modeller on a debt raising transaction within a financial institution, financial advisory, or model auditing firm

Prior experience taking a project through an Investment Committee, including building models to present the business case for investment, is a strong plus

Education

Degree in Engineering, Finance, Business, or a related field

Personal Qualities

Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize effectively across multiple workstreams

Excellent attention to detail with the ability to recognize and question anomalies

Confident communicator and presenter — able to build strong relationships across technical and non-technical teams

Calm under pressure, adaptable, and comfortable operating in a fast-paced, complex matrix environment

A strategic thinker who can connect asset-level detail to broader portfolio and regional insight

What to Expect in This Role

This is a high-impact role in a complex, multi-stakeholder environment. You’ll be expected to think several steps ahead, distill critical matters for senior leadership, and balance regular deliverables with the ability to step up on time-sensitive or high-priority issues. You’ll work across teams globally, leveraging best practices and contributing to Lightsource bp’s continued growth in the U.S. renewable energy market.

Why You’ll Want to Work With Us

Be You: We’re an inclusive workplace where every individual is valued, respected, and empowered to bring their authentic self to work.

Be Responsible: Our culture is driven by our core values — Safety, Integrity, Respect, Sustainability, and Drive — and a commitment to responsible renewable development.

Be Recognized: We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package including:

Competitive base salary 160k to 180k, plus 20% annual bonus

Health, dental, vision, and prescription coverage from day one with zero premiums for employee-only coverage

Four weeks vacation, three weeks sick leave, and 11 paid holidays

401(k) with 3% nonelective employer contribution

Retention bonuses

Hybrid work schedule (Tuesday–Thursday in office; Monday & Friday remote)

Monthly phone reimbursement up to $100

Commuter benefit up to $150 per month

Lifestyle Savings Account and additional wellness benefits

Be Inspired: Join an agile, international team operating across 15 countries, working to accelerate the global energy transition and create lasting positive impact on communities and ecosystems worldwide.

Equal Opportunity Employer: Lightsource bp is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity in our workforce. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, socioeconomic status, neurodiversity/neurocognitive functioning, veteran status, or disability status. Individuals with disabilities may request reasonable accommodations related to Lightsource bp’s recruiting process. Please contact us if you would like to request an accommodation.

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