Head of Project Finance (f/m/d)

Permanent employee, Full or part-time · München

Come and do your life’s work - Why we do what we do

Build the financial foundation for scalable climate infrastructure.
We're seeking a strategic finance leader to architect the capital structure behind Project Dawn, Phlair’s first large-scale Direct Air Capture deployment—and a blueprint for the future of carbon removal at scale.

As Head of Project Finance, you’ll take ownership of project finance, investor reporting, and internal accounting—while working directly with our CEO, Malte, to structure and close Dawn’s financing.

You’ll also contribute to future fundraising rounds, but the immediate priority is clear: enabling the success of Project Dawn through rigorous, world-class financial strategy and execution. This is a hands-on role at the core of our most critical work, with the potential to grow in scope as Phlair scales.

Your mission at Phlair

Within 3 Months

Take ownership of internal accounting and investor reporting
Lead financial due diligence and closing for Project Dawn
Translate financial narratives into compelling investor materials

Within 6 Months

Support Malte, our CEO, in capital raise discussions—equity and non-dilutive
Structure and close Project Dawn financing (debt, equity, offtake)
Lead development of standalone financial models for Project Dawn

Within 12 Months

Establish repeatable project finance structures (debt, grants, PPAs, etc.)
Build frameworks for scaling DAC deployment: financial modeling, risk assessment, procurement finance
Begin building internal finance capabilities toward leading the overall finance function

What you’ll need

MSc or related degree in Finance, Business Administration, or any STEM field
Background in renewable infrastructure, project finance, or energy investing (e.g. investment banking, infra fund, capital-intensive startup)
Proven track record supporting or leading large-scale financings: debt, equity, structured instruments
Strong financial modeling and advanced Excel skills, with a clear understanding of financial mechanics at scale
You combine analytical depth with the ability to communicate complex financial and technical topics clearly—in both English and ideally German
Ability to manage diverse stakeholder interests across legal, engineering, and investor audiences
High autonomy, hands-on execution style, and comfort operating in ambiguity
Based in Munich or open to relocation (we’ll support you!)

WHAT YOU'LL GROW INTO (STRATEGIC SCOPE)

Become the central person for all things capital structure: equity, debt, grants, commodities
Shape our corporate financial strategy and reporting processes as we scale
Support commercialization strategy by evaluating business model options
Work hand-in-hand with project execution, procurement, legal, and engineering teams
Building and leading a full-stack finance team

Great to have, but optional

Experience with capex-heavy technologies (energy, mobility, industrials)
Exposure to carbon markets, offtake agreements, or long-term infrastructure capital planning
Background spanning both institutional finance and fast-paced startup environments

What we offer you

Competitive compensation package, including stock options
Minimum 30 days vacation, including 2 days of recreational leave
Financial support for relocation to Munich
Free Germany-wide public transport ticket
EGYM Wellpass fitness subscription
Free team lunch every Thursday with our in-house chef

WHY PHLAIR

Worlds first Electrochemical DAC company with offtake agreement with Frontier Climate
Backed by top-tier investors in climate tech and infrastructure such as Extantia, Planet A and Verve
Opportunity to help shape a finance function
High-impact role in a company solving one of the most urgent challenges of our time

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