Director of Capital Markets @ Pachama

INACTIVE

Full-Time

Director of Capital Markets

Posted on 1/12/2023

Pachama

51-200 employees

AI-driven carbon sequestration verification and monitoring

Data & Analytics

Energy

Social Impact

AI & Machine Learning

Senior

Remote

Requirements

8+ years of related experience in capital markets, investment banking, asset management, investor relations, or structured/ project finance
Experience raising first-of-its-kind funds, with expert level knowledge in structuring financing vehicles
Vast network of LPs, institutional investors, and lenders
Superb sales and negotiation skills with external stakeholders
Exceptional analytical and financial modeling capabilities, ability to dive into financial & legal details
Carbon markets and forestry knowledge is a nice-to-have, but not required
Absolute passion for Pachama's mission and a belief that we can make an impact to solve climate change

Responsibilities

Develop capital markets strategy by investigating the full range of innovative financial mechanisms (e.g. fund structures, debt, project financing) to support forest carbon development
Own end-to-end fundraising efforts including investor pitches, presentation materials, structuring, negotiation, due diligence, and legal documentation
Partner with strategic finance and supply teams to create detailed financial return models
Build strong relationships with a variety of financial institutions, investors, and LPs across the capital markets ecosystem
Manage draws, paydowns, and ongoing operational reporting with financing providers

The Role

Pachama is looking for a Director of Capital Markets to drive the creation and execution of our capital strategy to finance high quality forest carbon projects, reporting to the VP of Finance. Pachama is starting to develop the next generation of nature-based restoration and conservation projects using technology, which involves mobilizing billions of dollars from financial institutions and corporations to landowners around the world. You will be digging into various financing structures and raising capital integral to scaling our reforestation and conservation efforts.

The ideal candidate has a demonstrated interest in climate tech and a track record of structuring innovative financing in complex industries.

Location

This role is fully remote. However, being within 3 hours of Pacific time is preferred for this role given cross-functional communication responsibilities.

Who we are

Pachama is a mission-driven company looking to restore nature to help address climate change. Pachama brings the latest technology in remote sensing and AI to the world of forest carbon in order to enable forest conservation and restoration to scale. Pachama’s core technology harnesses satellite imaging with artificial intelligence to measure carbon captured in forests. Through the Pachama marketplace, responsible companies and individuals can connect with carbon credits from projects that are protecting and restoring forests worldwide.

What You Will Help Us With:

Develop capital markets strategy by investigating the full range of innovative financial mechanisms (e.g. fund structures, debt, project financing) to support forest carbon development
Own end-to-end fundraising efforts including investor pitches, presentation materials, structuring, negotiation, due diligence, and legal documentation
Partner with strategic finance and supply teams to create detailed financial return models
Build strong relationships with a variety of financial institutions, investors, and LPs across the capital markets ecosystem
Manage draws, paydowns, and ongoing operational reporting with financing providers

Experience & Skills We’re Looking For:

8+ years of related experience in capital markets, investment banking, asset management, investor relations, or structured/ project finance
Experience raising first-of-its-kind funds, with expert level knowledge in structuring financing vehicles
Vast network of LPs, institutional investors, and lenders
Superb sales and negotiation skills with external stakeholders
Exceptional analytical and financial modeling capabilities, ability to dive into financial & legal details
Carbon markets and forestry knowledge is a nice-to-have, but not required
Absolute passion for Pachama’s mission and a belief that we can make an impact to solve climate change

Pachama

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Pachama stands out as a leader in the fight against climate change, leveraging AI and satellite data to facilitate and monitor global carbon sequestration projects. The company's unique approach has earned it a spot in the AI 50, a list recognizing the top 50 most promising AI-based businesses. Pachama's culture is rooted in its mission to restore nature, fostering a work environment that is both purpose-driven and technologically advanced.

Company Stage

Series B

Total Funding

$88.2M

Headquarters

San Francisco, California

Founded

2018

Growth & Insights

Headcount

6 month growth

↓ -2%

1 year growth

↑ 6%

2 year growth

↑ 55%

INACTIVE