Zurich based, Associate – Private Equity – Energy Infrastructure Investing

The Opportunity

An investment platform focused on energy infrastructure and the energy transition is seeking an Associate to join its investment team.

The platform invests in large-scale, system-critical assets across power generation, transmission & distribution, and broader energy transition infrastructure. Backed by institutional capital, the strategy focuses on long-term value creation and stable, risk-adjusted returns.

This is an opportunity to gain exposure to complex, high-profile transactions within a thematically strong and rapidly evolving sector.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the execution of investments across the full deal lifecycle:
• Build and maintain detailed financial models (DCF, project finance, LBO where relevant)
• Perform valuation analysis and scenario testing
• Coordinate and review due diligence workstreams (technical, commercial, legal)
• Conduct industry and market analysis across energy transition sectors (renewables, grids, storage, integrated platforms)
• Prepare investment materials for internal committees and external stakeholders
• Assist in portfolio management and asset monitoring, including performance tracking and value creation initiatives
• Work closely with senior team members, management teams, and external advisors

Candidate Profile

• 5–7 years of relevant experience in:
• Investment banking (M&A, power & utilities, infrastructure)
• Infrastructure / private equity investing
• Project finance or energy advisory
• Strong financial modelling and analytical skillset
• Clear interest in energy transition and infrastructure investing
• Excellent academic background
• Fluency in English required; additional European languages are a plus
• High attention to detail, strong work ethic, and ability to operate in a lean team environment

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