Investment Director - Renewable Energies
- Posted 06 May 2025
- Salary Competitive Salary (DOE)
- LocationAmsterdam
- Job type Permanent
- Discipline Renewable Energy & Infrastructure, Energy, ESG & Green Tech Finance
- ReferenceNH-4220518992
Job description
Our client is a leading player in the renewable energy sector, driving the energy transition through strategic investments, project development, and operational excellence. With a growing footprint across Europe, they are seeking a seasoned Investment Director to lead transactions and strategic initiatives from our Amsterdam office.
The Role:
Identify, evaluate, and lead renewable energy M&A transactions (e.g., wind, solar, energy storage, green hydrogen)
Drive direct investments and joint ventures across Europe, aligning with the company’s strategic goals and sustainability mandate
Oversee detailed financial modelling, DCF/IRR analysis, scenario modelling, and valuation of assets and companies
Lead and coordinate commercial, legal, technical, and financial due diligence processes in close collaboration with internal teams and external advisors
Structure and negotiate term sheets, SPAs, shareholder agreements, and financing documents
Monitor market trends, policy developments, and emerging technologies to guide investment strategy
Build and maintain strong relationships with developers, advisors, banks, regulators, and co-investors
Manage junior investment professionals and collaborate cross-functionally with development, legal, finance, and technical teams
The Person:
Minimum 8–10 years of relevant experience in M&A, private equity, project finance, or corporate development, ideally within the renewable energy or infrastructure sectors
Proven track record of closing deals in Europe, preferably in clean energy
Strong knowledge of energy markets, regulatory landscape, and project lifecycle
Exceptional financial and analytical skills, including advanced Excel modeling
Fluent in English; Dutch or other European languages are a plus
Master’s degree in Finance, Economics, Business, Engineering, or a related field