Associate, Private Climate Investing

About the role

We are seeking a highly motivated and results-driven Associate to join our Private Climate Investing Team. The Climate Innovation Fund (“CIF”) is a growth stage fund investing in companies developing solutions that help mitigate and/or adapt to climate change, typically at the Series B-D stage. The investment strategy spans a broad set of sectors including energy, buildings, smart cities, industrial efficiency/automation, transportation and mobility, and food and agriculture, typically with asset-light tech-enabled solutions involving software, software-enabled hardware, and data/AI.

Responsibilities

• Assisting with outbound market research and company mapping activities
• Performing due diligence on prospective portfolio companies
• Building and maintaining company financial models and other analysis on current and prospective investments
• Drafting investment memos and participating in investment committee discussions
• Attending target company management meetings and relevant industry conferences
• Absisting with quarterly and annual reporting needs for Limited Partners
• Completing complex analytical projects under tight time constraints

Qualifications

• Two to four years of prior experience preferably in investment banking, consulting, or venture capital; strong applicants with other relevant experience (e.g., investment management in public markets) will also be considered
• Strong academic credentials and track record: an undergraduate degree is required
• Strong collaborative nature, including the ability to respectfully discuss and debate the merits and risks of potential investments with colleagues
• Ability to leverage AI tools to accelerate market, industry, and company research, summarize large data sets, and identify patterns that enhance underwriting and monitoring workflows
• Ability to organize, manage, and prioritize time well
• To work independently and make decisions in the face of uncertainty
• Demonstrated analytical, problem-solving ability
• Sound judgment, strong work ethic and highest personal and professional integrity
• A growth mindset with the ability to receive and act on constructive feedback
• A high degree of intellectual curiosity