AVP/VP - Investment Group (Carbon Ecosystem Enablers)
AVP/VP - Investment Group (Carbon Ecosystem Enablers)
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Job Description
Driven by a common purpose to decarbonise for future generations we recognise the need for a holistic and integrated approach to achieve a net zero world. At GenZero we adopt a flexible investment approach across three focus areas to drive climate impact: (i)nature-based solutions that help protect and restore our natural ecosystems while benefiting local communities and biodiversity;(ii) technology-based solutions that deliver deep decarbonisation impact; and (iii) carbon ecosystem enablers which refer to companies and solutions that support the development of an effective efficient and credible carbon ecosystem.
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As an Assistant Vice President (AVP) or Vice President (VP) in the Investments team you will play a key role in sourcing evaluating executing and managing investments for the Carbon Ecosystems Enablers (CEE) pillar. You will work with internal and external stakeholders to identify and evaluate investment opportunities deal execution and managing portfolio companies to drive value creation.
Responsibilities
1. Investment Sourcing & Evaluation
- Identify and screen investment opportunities across the carbon market and broader decarbonisation value chain
- Proactively identify investment themes and thesis-driven opportunities across targeted sectors
- Carry out thematic deep dives and landscape studies to better understand targeted sectors
- Build strong industry networks to support origination and deal sourcing
- Lead workstreams on technical analysis (e.g. financial modelling unit economics analysis valuation benchmarking)
- Conduct in-depth due diligence (e.g. industry dynamics competitive landscape regulatory environment)
- Prepare investment memos and present recommendations to the Investment Committee
2. Deal Execution
- Lead or support transaction execution including structuring negotiations documentation and closing processes
- Collaborate with internal teams (policy & analytics legal & compliance risks finance) throughout the deal lifecycle.
3. Portfolio Management
- Monitor portfolio company performance and support their strategic and operational initiatives
- Work closely with management teams and other shareholders on business plans to drive value creation e.g. operational improvements M&A strategies strategic repositioning etc.
4. Strategic Initiatives / Ecosystem Management
- Contribute to other organisational or institutional work (e.g. investment strategy / portfolio construction thought leadership initiatives).
- Represent the organisation at industry events and foster strong partnerships with ecosystem stakeholders (startups VCs policy groups).
Requirements
- Bachelors degree in Finance Economics Engineering Environmental Science or a related field. MBA or relevant graduate degree is a plus.
- 6 10 years of experience in private equity venture capital investment banking or corporate development. Climate or sustainability-related experience is strongly preferred.
- Strong financial modelling valuation and analytical skills.
- Demonstrated interest in climate change sustainability and impact investing.
- Excellent communication stakeholder management and presentation skills.
Preferred Attributes
- Familiarity with carbon markets climate tech or broader decarbonisation areas.
- Entrepreneurial mindset with a bias for action and collaboration.
- Ability to work independently and under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
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Required Experience:
Manager
Employment Type
Full-Time
