Investment Associate

vertexsolutions; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance-based incentives and bonuses

Comprehensive health and wellness benefits

Opportunities for professional development

Job summary

A leading investment firm in Singapore seeks an Associate to focus on renewable energy investments. The role involves building financial models, conducting detailed financial analyses, and preparing presentations for management. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree, 3–5 years of relevant experience, and strong financial modelling skills. An opportunity for regional travel in Southeast Asia is included, along with competitive pay and benefits.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years experience in renewable energy investment, development, project finance, or infrastructure.
• Solid understanding of valuation principles, project finance, and investment risk analysis.
• Singapore Citizen or Permanent Resident.

Responsibilities

• Build, refine, and maintain project-level and portfolio financial models.
• Perform detailed financial analysis including valuation and project returns.
• Prepare investment memos and presentations for senior management.

Skills

Financial modelling skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Presentation skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in finance, business, engineering, economics, or related field

Job description

Job Title: Associate – Investments (Renewable Energy)

Job Responsibilities

• Build, refine, and maintain project‑level and portfolio financial models from scratch
• Perform detailed financial analysis including valuation, sensitivities, scenarios, and project returns
• Prepare investment memos and presentations for senior management and investment committee
• Support end‑to‑end transaction processes: due diligence, financial structuring, documentation review, and execution
• Evaluate greenfield, brownfield, and acquisition opportunities across solar, wind, hydro, and BESS in Southeast Asia
• Conduct regulatory and market analysis in core SEA markets (for example Vietnam, Philippines, Thailand)
• Work with development partners and internal teams to assess project feasibility and risks (grid, permitting, land, offtake, technical)
• Support lender due diligence, financial close activities, and project finance modelling
• Assist in evaluating and negotiating key commercial terms related to PPAs, EPC/O&M, joint ventures, and land agreements
• Collaborate closely with senior investment leaders, finance, technical, legal, and external advisors
• Travel regionally (30–50 percent) for site visits, due diligence, partner meetings, and transaction workstreams
• Other duties as assigned

Essential Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, business, engineering, economics, or related field
• 3–5 years experience in renewable energy investment, development, project finance, or infrastructure
• Strong financial modelling skills, including ability to build models from scratch (FM test required)
• Solid understanding of valuation principles, project finance, and investment risk analysis
• Exposure to Southeast Asian power markets (for example Vietnam, Philippines, Thailand)
• Sector knowledge across solar, wind, BESS, and hydro
• Excellent analytical, quantitative, and problem‑solving skills
• Strong communication and presentation skills, able to work with senior stakeholders
• Ability to operate independently and collaboratively in a lean team environment
• Singapore Citizen or Permanent Resident

Desired Experience

• Experience in corporate M&A, energy/infrastructure private equity, or principal investing
• Familiarity with SEA electricity markets, merchant risk, and ASEAN regulatory frameworks
• Experience working with multilaterals, DFIs, or export credit agencies
• Prior experience in regional renewable energy project development or investment across Southeast Asia

Salary & Benefits

• Competitive annual salary commensurate with experience
• Performance‑based incentives and bonuses
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits
• Opportunities for professional development and career advancement
• Regional travel and transaction exposure across Southeast Asia

Application Process

If you are passionate about renewable energy investments in Southeast Asia and possess the necessary qualifications, please submit your application along with your resume to [e-mail].