Investment Associate

Sustainable World, Inc.; California, Northern (MO, KY); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary

Annual cash bonus

Comprehensive benefits package

Hybrid work environment

Continuing education opportunities

Job summary

Stryker Corporation in California is seeking an experienced Investment Associate to join their team. This role involves working with senior deal members to evaluate and structure investments in energy storage assets, focusing on project finance.

The ideal candidate will have 4+ years of experience in investment banking or similar roles, strong financial modeling skills, and a commitment to excellence in a fast-paced environment. A generous benefits package is offered, including competitive base salary, 401(k) plan, and continuing education opportunities.

Qualifications

• A minimum of 4 years of experience in project finance, investment banking, or buy-side role.
• Strong analytics and experience with DCF analysis and project finance modeling.
• Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Own and maintain financial model for investment opportunities.
• Manage the due diligence process and prepare consultant reports.
• Prepare presentations and investment memoranda for the Investment Committee.

Skills

Financial modeling skills

Excellent communication skills

Organizational skills

Adaptability

Problem-solving skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in computer science, data science, engineering, or related field

Master's or PhD preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office suite

TEAMS

Excel

Job description

Role Summary

GridStor is looking for an experienced Investment Associate to join our growing team. This role will work closely with senior deal team members to source, evaluate and structure potential investments in energy storage assets. The investment associate will enable the rapid growth of a profitable, entrepreneurial energy storage business by sourcing proprietary project pipelines and negotiating the terms for acquisition. The scope of this role includes significant responsibility across the full deal lifecycle, and exposure to high-profile transactions within a growing, entrepreneurial business.

Key Responsibilities

• Own and maintain financial model for investment opportunities and project financings.
• Implement improvements to the financial model on an ongoing basis in line with changing capital markets.
• Manage the due diligence process and third‑party consultant reports preparation during financings.
• Assist with development of company standards of quantitative and qualitative analyses to support investment decisions and new market opportunities.
• Prepare presentations and investment memoranda for the Investment Committee.
• Support deal execution and take an active role in monitoring of portfolio of development and operating assets.
• Work with existing financing parties to ensure accurate tracking of the projects’ financial performance.

Compensation and Benefits

• Competitive base salaries commensurate with experience with an annual cash bonus (based on Company and individual performance).
• Generous paid leave.
• Employee participation in Long Term Incentive Plan.
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, including coverage for domestic partners and eligible domestic partner children.
• HSA/FSA for participating employees.
• 401(k) plan with company match and immediate vesting.
• Continuing education and professional development.
• Cellphone reimbursement, hybrid work environment, healthy snacks, volunteer opportunities, company outings, and more.

Qualifications & Competencies

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in computer science, data science, engineering, or other quantitative field, with a Masters or PhD preferred.
• Experience: A minimum of 4 years of prior work experience in project finance, investment banking or buy‑side role, within the financial services or the energy industry. Strong analytics and financial modeling skills including DCF analysis and direct experience with project finance modeling. Understanding of project finance debt and tax equity structures a plus.
• Location & Availability: Based in Portland, OR, Denver, CO or LA, CA and available to work a hybrid schedule. Flexibility is required for occasional coordination outside of standard business hours in urgent situations.
• Organizational Skills: Exceptional organizational abilities with keen attention to detail. Capable of managing multiple tasks and projects simultaneously in a fast‑paced environment and seeing delegated projects through to completion.
• Adaptability: Entrepreneurial mindset, ability to be agile and flexible, readily taking on tasks outside the typical scope of the role as needed.
• Confidentiality: Proven ability to handle highly confidential information with utmost discretion.
• Integrity & Judgment: Strong track record of excellent judgment and integrity in previous roles.
• Technical Proficiency: Demonstrated proficiency in the Microsoft Office suite, TEAMS, and advanced skills in Excel.
• Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Problem‑Solving: Adaptable, with the ability to prioritize tasks effectively and approach challenges with a creative, proactive mindset.
• Team Orientation: Highly motivated to support and collaborate with team members, contributing to collective success.