Job Title: Investment Banking Associate -Power & Sustainable EnergyLocation: New York, NY
Sector: Sustainable Infrastructure, Power & Renewables, Climate Tech
Role OverviewAs an Associate in our Power, Energy, and Sustainable Infrastructure group, you will sit at the intersection of high-stakes corporate finance and the global energy transition. You will be responsible for leading the execution of M&A advisory, capital raising (equity and debt), and strategic financial analysis for companies disrupting the energy, power, and industrial sectors. You will act as the primary bridge between senior Managing Directors and the Analyst pool, ensuring the highest quality of deliverable execution while managing client relationships.
Key Responsibilities- Transaction Execution: Lead the day-to-day execution of live deals, including sell-side and buy-side M&A, private placements, and IPOs for sustainable tech and renewable energy firms.
- Financial Modeling: Oversee and build complex financial models, including Three-Statement, DCF, LBO, and accretion/dilution analyses, specifically tailored to project finance and asset-heavy energy companies.
- Strategic Advisory: Analyze industry trends such as decarbonization, electrification, and carbon capture to provide high-level strategic advice to clients and potential investors.
- Client Management: Serve as a key point of contact for clients; lead the preparation and presentation of pitch books, management presentations, and CIMs (Confidential Information Memorandums).
- Team Leadership: Manage and mentor a team of Analysts, ensuring technical accuracy and professional development while coordinating with product partners (ECM, DCM, Leveraged Finance).
- Market Intelligence: Stay abreast of regulatory shifts (e.g., IRA incentives), ESG reporting standards, and technological breakthroughs in the power and "GreenTech" space.
Qualifications & Skills- Experience: 3+ years of Investment Banking experience (or 1+ years post-MBA). Direct experience in Energy, Power, Renewables, or Infrastructure is highly preferred.
- Technical Proficiency: Mastery of Excel-based financial modeling and PowerPoint. Experience with Bloomberg, FactSet, and CapIQ.
- Education: Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Engineering, or a related field. MBA from a top-tier program is a significant plus.
- Licensing: Active Series 79 and 63 licenses (or willingness to obtain within 90 days).
- Passion for Sustainability: A demonstrated interest in the sector, including solar, wind, hydrogen, battery storage, and EV infrastructure.
- Communication: Exceptional verbal and written communication skills with the ability to distill complex technical/financial data for senior executives.
Compensation & Benefits (NYC 2026 Estimates)- Base Salary: $185,000 - $225,000 (depending on experience and firm tier).
- Bonus: Discretionary performance-based bonus (typically 50% - 100% of base).
- Total Comp Potential: $300,000 - $450,000+.
- Benefits: Comprehensive health/dental, 401(k) matching, and specialized "Energy Transition" professional development stipends.
