Investment Associate
Job description
We are seeking a high-calibre Investment Banking Associate to join our Energy Transition team, with a particular focus on German-speaking markets (Germany, Austria, Switzerland). This role sits within a fast-growing advisory platform focused on renewable energy, energy infrastructure, decarbonisation technologies, and broader climate transition sectors.
The successful candidate will play a key role in originating and executing M&A, debt, and equity transactions across the DACH region and wider Europe. You will work closely with senior bankers and clients including renewable developers, infrastructure funds, utilities, industrials, and private equity investors.
Key Responsibilities
Transaction Execution
Lead financial modelling and valuation analysis (DCF, LBO, project finance models, trading/transaction comps)
Prepare marketing materials including teasers, IMs, management presentations and pitch decks
Coordinate due diligence processes and manage data rooms
Support negotiation processes and transaction documentation
Interface directly with clients, lawyers, lenders, technical advisors and other stakeholders
Origination & Client Coverage
Support senior team members in business development across the DACH energy transition market
Conduct sector research and develop strategic insights into renewables, energy storage, hydrogen, e-mobility, grid infrastructure, and decarbonisation technologies
Prepare tailored pitch materials for German-speaking clients
Maintain active dialogue with sponsors, infrastructure funds and strategic buyers active in the region
Candidate Profile
Experience
3–5 years of experience in investment banking, project finance, infrastructure advisory, or a relevant energy-focused advisory platform
Proven M&A or capital markets transaction experience
Exposure to energy transition, infrastructure, renewables, or utilities sectors preferred