PROJECT Finance Director _ (Important: This position is a Project Finance Director role focused on development project financing, M&A transactions, and financial structuring. This is not a CFO or Head of Finance position) at VeoliaEnvironnementSA

Main Accountabilities The Project Finance Director for Veolia Near & Middle East region is responsible for managing all financial aspects of development projects from inception through to operational handover, including acquisitions, greenfield and brownfield developments, M&A transactions, and asset rotation activities. The role serves as the key financial advisor to Business Development teams and reports directly to the Veolia Near & Middle East CFO, based in Dubai. Detailed Job Description Financial Modeling & Valuation: • Develop comprehensive financial models for new projects and M&A opportunities • Perform detailed valuation analysis and assess financial returns under IFRS standards (including IFRIC 12 and Asset Co/Op Co schemes) • Challenge cost assumptions and build robust business plans for tender submissions • Conduct impairment tests and support Long Term Plan growth projectsRisk Analysis & Management: • Analyze and quantify risks associated with projects including operational (construction and operation), credit default, currency, and interest rate risks • Review contracts from a financial perspective and build comprehensive risk matrices • Coordinate insurance matters for Veolia Middle East operations • Manage bond requirements for projectsTransaction Support & Structuring: • Oversee M&A project management processes including due diligence, financial planning, scoping, closing, and integration • Review and optimize financial and legal structuring of projects, including tax considerations • Structure project financing solutions in collaboration with banks and financial institutions • Support Commercial teams in preparation and optimization of financial offers during prequalification and tender processesDocumentation & Governance: • Review and co-draft finance-related provisions in contractual documentation (share purchase agreements, shareholders agreements, service agreements, financing documentation) with Legal teams • Prepare investment memorandums and presentations for the Group's Investment Committee • Ensure development projects comply with Group standards and criteria • Ensure smooth contract start-up and transition to project CFO for awarded contractsStakeholder Management: • Interface with HQ expertise departments / Matrix management (Investment Control, M&A, Corporate Development, Accounting Standards, Tax, Insurance) • Liaise with external advisors, financial advisors, auditors, and banking institutions • Participate in financial negotiations with external parties • Coordinate research and analysis activities to assess strategic impact of opportunities