Associate - Energy Transition Investments (d/m/w)

Job Description

Join Energy Transition Investments (ETI), RWEST's in house private equity fund, and help shape how capital is deployed across the energy transition. As part of a small, highly collaborative team, you will contribute across the full investment lifecycle, from market analysis and transaction execution to portfolio development. Working closely with experienced investment professionals, you will gain broad exposure to investment opportunities while helping turn market insights into impactful investment decisions.

• Support the evaluation and execution of investment opportunities, including market screening, financial analysis, valuation and due diligence
• Contribute to the management and development of portfolio companies by supporting strategic initiatives and value creation activities
• Assist in preparing investment recommendations, business cases and decision making materials for internal stakeholders
• Conduct market research and identify emerging trends, technologies and investment opportunities across the energy transition landscape
• Collaborate with internal experts and support functions throughout the investment process
• Build relationships with external partners, advisors and portfolio companies while developing your investment expertise

Job requirements and experience

• 2-4 years of experience in investment banking, private equity, transaction services, corporate finance or a related investment environment
• Strong analytical and financial modelling skills with an interest in investment evaluation and valuation
• A proactive and curious mindset with the ability to take ownership of workstreams and deliver high quality results
• Strong communication and collaboration skills with the ability to build effective relationships across teams and functions
• Comfortable working in a dynamic and entrepreneurial environment with a willingness to learn and take on new challenges

Advantageous, but not essential

• Experience in the power, utilities, infrastructure, resources or wider energy transition sector
• Exposure to M&A, investments, corporate development or strategic projects

What we value most is someone who continuously demonstrates courage, thrives to create impact and seeks to build trusting, collaborative relationships. So, even if you think you do not yet display all of the skills listed above we would still like to hear from you.

Further we welcome applications from individuals who may not be able to commit to full-time roles. At RWEST, finding the right person for the job is our top priority, and we are willing to explore flexible arrangements.

Your benefits

We want to ensure your time with us is fulfilling and rewarding. We offer a comprehensive package designed to support your well-being as well as your personal and professional growth. Here's what you can look forward to:

• A unique opportunity to build investment experience across origination, transaction execution and portfolio development
• A global platform: collaborate with specialists across Europe and the US, leveraging RWEST's deep market data, networks and expertise
• Broad exposure across the energy transition: work on diverse sectors, technologies and investment opportunities while developing your investment skill set

We look forward to meeting you. Of course, you can find us on LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, YouTube and Xing, too.

We value diversity and therefore welcome all applications - regardless of gender, disability, nationality, ethnic and social origin, religion/belief, age, sexual orientation, and identity. #inclusionmatters

RWE Supply & Trading is our connection to the world's energy markets. Headquartered in Essen, Germany, the company operates one of Europe's largest and most advanced energy trading floors. A diverse team of over 2,300 professionals from around 90 countries trades electricity, gas, commodities, and CO2 emission allowances. With precise market analysis and a strong customer focus, we create innovative energy supply solutions and tailored risk management concepts for industrial clients.

We also ensure the commercial optimisation of RWE's power plant portfolio and market the electricity generated by RWE. In addition, legally independent RWE gas storage companies operate in Germany, contributing to a secure energy supply.