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We offer a challenging position in the Investment team of Energy Infrastructure Partners (EIP), an investment boutique specialized in private equity investments in the energy infrastructure sector. EIP is a pioneer in this field and acts as an investment manager for a number of institutional investment vehicles with around EUR 3bn assets currently under management.

The managed investment vehicles invest directly in energy infrastructure projects or companies that own, operate or develop assets along the entire energy value chain – from hydroelectric power plants, power and gas grids to solar and wind farms, both off- and onshore. With origins in Europe, the EIP team is currently expanding its focus to global investment activities with particular attention to OECD countries in Europe, APAC, the US and Latin America.

In this newly created position, the candidate will support asset managers in a hands-on consulting role to optimize and add shareholder value in existing and new investments (project assets, corporates and portfolios).

The main tasks will consist of:

• Value adding initiatives: identification and execution of measures to improve operational commercial performance of assets across the portfolio
• Strategy: Reviewing and proposing strategies and structures of portfolio companies and assets
• Project management: managing cross-cutting teams to implement initiatives
• Modelling: updating and improving valuation models to track investment performance and coordinating various stakeholders such as external advisors and valuation agent
• Assisting the management, Board of Directors or other EIP representatives with decision-making, by providing qualitative and quantitative analysis (e.g., in changes in capital structure, distribution policy, refinancing, business strategy, hedging policy, governance, regulatory developments)
• Supervision of market environments: interacting with advisors to monitor market and regulatory changes relevant to the investments
• Reporting: writing and developing periodic reports on the managed investments in companies for the attention of the investors and Investment Committees
• Transactions: act as strategy and transformation expert on transactions of new assets or portfolio companies

• Master, preferably MBA or PhD from a top-tier university
• Business-relevant professional experience of min. 2 years, in a top-tier management consulting or private equity firm
• Experience in the energy (particularly renewables) or private equity sector is a big advantage
• Familiar with development and roll-out of strategy concepts
• Detail-oriented, but pragmatic problem solver, capable of tackling and solving complex challenges conceptually and systematically
• Supportive and caring team player
• Proactive and entrepreneurial working approach
• Excellent communicator with the skill to produce compelling presentations.
• In-depth knowledge of corporate finance and financial modelling
• Excellent knowledge Excel and PowerPoint
• Fluent in English, knowledge of German as well as other European languages are a strong advantage

• Fast growing company with unique profile focusing on energy infrastructure investments, with strong Swiss and international footprint
• Motivating corporate culture and a dynamic entrepreneurial environment with flat hierarchies and team orientation
• Competitive salary with performance-oriented compensation models and attractive fringe benefits
• Building expertise in private markets and the energy infrastructure sector from leading experts
• Highly attractive workplace in the heart of Zurich

With headquarters in Zurich, Switzerland, Energy Infrastructure Partners (EIP) is an investment boutique specialized in private equity investments in the energy infrastructure sector. EIP is a pioneer in this field, acting as an investment manager for a number of institutional investment vehicles and currently managing over CHF 4bn of capital.

The managed investment vehicles invest directly in energy infrastructure projects or companies that own, operate or develop assets along the entire energy value chain – from hydroelectric power plants, power and gas grids to solar and wind farms, both off- and onshore. With origins in Europe, the EIP team is currently expanding its focus to global investment activities with particular attention to OECD countries.

This position is based out of our office in Luxembourg.

• Cooperation and coordination with the investment manager
  • Organization of potential acquisitions and disposals of energy assets by assisting with the following actions:
    • Oversight of the tax structuring of new investment vehicles
    • Review of the tax memos and transfer pricing study
    • Ensure the implementation of legal documents
    • Prepare the fund flow based on tax advice
    • Review of legal documents
  • Oversight of fund equity (capital increase / decrease) and dividend distributions

• Coordination of delegated functions
  • Coordinate with and ensure that work with service providers such as auditors, tax and legal advisors and others runs smoothly and effectively

• Financial accounts, financial statements and tax reporting
  • Oversight of tax reporting throughout the structures (VAT/ CIT Compliance)
  • Oversight of the tax exemption in foreign countries
  • Oversee and control the financial accounts of the relevant entities including cash-flows locally;
    • Review of the annual accounts Lux entities
    • Review of the quarterly NAV reporting
  • Coordinate and instruct all payments and contractual regularization of the entities (including bank loans, intercompany facilities, income and expenses, CAPEX measures, etc.);
  • Liaise with external auditors and all involved parties in order to run the external audit smoothly;
  • Ensure compliance with DAC 6 and other EU regulations.

• Degree in accounting/tax/economics/finance (CFA or similar qualification is an asset)
• 4-6 years of professional experience in the sector, preferably in a comparable role
• Project management skills
• Experience in Big4 (audit or tax services) or service providers with  alternative investment companies
• Luxembourg corporate tax knowledge and understanding of VAT/CIT reporting is an asset
• Well organized, rigorous and dynamic with an excellent attention to detail and accuracy
• Strong communication, negotiation and analytical skills are necessary to consult with internal and external stakeholders
• Experience working in an international environment
• Proficiency in English (both written and verbal), knowledge of German and/or French would be a plus.

• Motivating corporate culture and a dynamic entrepreneurial environment with flat hierarchies and team orientation
• Competitive salary with performance-oriented compensation models and attractive fringe benefits
• Building expertise in private markets and the energy infrastructure sector from leading experts

We offer an exciting position within Energy Infrastructure Partners (EIP), an investment boutique specialized in private equity investments in the energy infrastructure sector. EIP is a pioneer in its field, acting as an investment manager for a number of institutional investment vehicles and currently managing over CHF 4bn of capital.

The managed investment vehicles invest directly in energy infrastructure projects or companies that own, operate or develop assets along the entire energy value chain – from hydroelectric power plants, power and gas grids to solar and wind farms, both off- and onshore. With origins in Europe, the EIP team is currently expanding its focus to global investment activities with particular attention to OECD countries.

The Senior ESG Specialist works closely with the ESG Committee, investment teams, portfolio companies and risk & compliance functions to define and implement our ESG strategy in line with the requirements of our institutional client base and applicable regulations.

The role (100%) includes, but is not limited to, the following key responsibilities:

• Defining and enhancing a holistic ESG strategy that anticipates future regulatory reporting requirements, trends and developments
• Improving existing documentation and drafting new ESG Impact Reports, ESG policies, data collection, reporting processes and frameworks
• Assessing and managing ESG risks and opportunities across the investment process lifecycle; from pre-investment due diligence through to active management of our assets
• Supporting portfolio companies to mitigate ESG risks and advance their sustainability strategies, including the provision of technical guidance and support to management teams through coaching and sharing of best practices
• Providing ESG product and performance insights to our Client Solutions team; preparing and attending client meetings
• Identifying relevant ESG labels (products), programs, initiatives and events to position EIP as a leader in ESG
• Serving as subject matter expert for all ESG related topics within EIP
• Identifying and implementing global ESG regulations, opportunities (investments), trends and tools, metrics and KPIs, and sharing updates and implications within EIP

• Sustainability professional with a proven track record and degree from a top tier university or equivalent, preferably in Economics, Mathematics, Sustainability, Engineering or a related field
• Subject matter expert on ESG regulations for the financial industry, reporting and disclosures with strong understanding of the role of ESG data
• Considerable experience in ESG relating to investments/Asset Management as well as strategy development and implementation, with experience gained in either the ESG/sustainability consulting sector or in a corporation, ideally in the infrastructure or energy sector
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills with fluency in English and German; any other languages are a plus
• Broad business and technological acumen to integrate metrics on ESG performance into systems and reporting processes
• Highly organized and results-oriented with demonstrated experience managing complex, company-wide projects with external partners.

• Motivating corporate culture and a dynamic entrepreneurial environment with flat hierarchies and team orientation
• Competitive salary with performance-oriented compensation models and attractive fringe benefits
• Building expertise in private markets and the energy infrastructure sector from leading experts
• Attractive workplace in the center of Zurich

We offer an exciting position within the Operations team of Energy Infrastructure Partners (EIP), an investment boutique specialized in private equity investments in the energy infrastructure sector. EIP is a pioneer in this field, acting as an investment manager for a large number of institutional investment vehicles and currently managing over CHF 4bn of capital.

The managed investment vehicles invest directly in energy infrastructure projects or companies that own, operate or develop assets along the entire energy value chain – from hydroelectric power plants, power and gas grids to solar and wind farms, both off- and onshore. With origins in Europe, the EIP team is currently expanding its focus to global investment activities with particular attention to OECD countries.

• A challenging role as inhouse counsel with a holistic responsibility for all legal matters
• Advising on the legal and governance framework within a regulated environment (FINMA etc.)
• Act as sole legal business partner for EIP and advise on various legal and compliance matters
• Identify and manage legal risks by optimizing processes and corporate governance with a focus on funds, investments and transactions
• Review of legal agreements (e.g. Limited Partnership Agreements or Side Letters) and support in negotiations with the counterparties
• Involvement in a broad range of legal matters including investment transactions and ongoing investment/asset management in collaboration with external law firms
• Support in ad-hoc clarifications and new products and new business initiatives
• Coordinate with internal teams, the outsourced Compliance function and external lawyers
• Become part of a dynamic team and work closely with various stakeholders and the senior management in the company

• Law degree
• Minimum 6 years of relevant professional experience in legal and compliance departments of an asset manager or in law firms with an asset management focus; experiences with an illiquid asset class of advantage
• Profound knowledge of Swiss and EU-regulations (e.g. FIDLEG, FINIG, AIFMD, SFDR) and the current developments concerning the asset management industry
• Structured, proactive, attention to detail and ability to work with tight deadlines and drive matters forward to resolution
• Convincing personality with excellent communication skills
• Fluency in English and German
• Valid work permit for Switzerland

• Motivating corporate culture and a dynamic entrepreneurial environment with flat hierarchies and team orientation
• Competitive salary with performance-oriented compensation models and attractive fringe benefits
• Building expertise in private markets and the energy infrastructure sector from leading experts
• Attractive workplace in the center of Zurich with option to combine with home office depending on business needs

We offer an exciting position within Energy Infrastructure Partners (EIP), an investment boutique specialized in private equity investments in the energy infrastructure sector with a global investment mandate. EIP is a pioneer in this field, acting as an investment manager for a number of institutional investment vehicles and currently managing more than CHF 4bn in capital.

The managed investment vehicles invest directly in energy infrastructure assets, projects and companies that own, operate and/or develop assets along the entire energy value chain – from hydroelectric power plants, power and gas grids to solar and wind farms, both off- and onshore. With origins in Europe, the EIP team is currently expanding its focus to global investment activities with particular attention to OECD countries.

The new Investment Writer will be responsible for the production of recurring and ad-hoc investment commentary across EIP’s full range of investment products, along with writing and editing copy for other documents such as thought leadership pieces and ESG reports. This involves interacting closely with various teams across the company such as portfolio management, analytics, investments, distribution and communications. The role includes, but is not limited to, the following key responsibilities:

• Full ownership of the various reporting processes (recurring and on ad-hoc basis) and ensuring impeccable quality of end products as well as coordinating and maintaining the reporting schedule
• Writing captivating commentary tailored to a variety of audiences and creating easy to follow presentations taking into account asset and portfolio as well as macro level data and information
• Coordinating internal and external contributors, streamlining review workflows and ensuring ongoing quality and consistency of documents produced by the wider team
• Developing best practices for ad-hoc reporting to ensure clear definition of scope, stakeholders, audience, purpose and expectations
• Proactively identifying and producing industry-relevant content creation opportunities in collaboration with the communications team
• Establishing a culture of going above and beyond, anticipating client needs proactively

• Excellent academic background with completed studies in business administration, finance, economics, communications or similar with a Master or Ph.D. degree from a globally recognized top-tier university or business school
• At least 3 years of experience gained in a similar position, as finance journalist within a top-tier leading international media outlet or as a specialized sector research analyst in a bulge bracket investment bank
• Strong working knowledge of asset management in general and real assets and the energy sector in particular
• Ability to write in a clear, concise and stylish manner, transforming complex topics into layman’s terms when needed; flair for writing in a number of voices, curated to the audience and reporting type
• Adept researcher with a knack for filling in missing details from team members and other sources; able to work well within a close team, yet takes initiative to complete independent tasks
• Ability to quickly understand complex topics and quick learner with an eye for detail – even under time pressure
• Excellent communicator, native English speaker and fluent in German is a must – knowledge of French, Spanish or a Nordic language is an advantage

• Motivating corporate culture and a dynamic entrepreneurial environment with flat hierarchies and team orientation
• Competitive salary with performance-oriented compensation models and attractive fringe benefits
• Building expertise in private markets and the energy infrastructure sector from leading experts
• Attractive workplace in the center of Zurich with option to combine with home office depending on business needs

The managed investment vehicles invest directly in energy infrastructure assets, projects and companies that own, operate and/or develop assets along the entire energy value chain – from hydroelectric power plants, power and gas grids to solar and wind farms, both off- and onshore. With origins in Europe, the EIP team is currently expanding its focus to global investment activities with particular attention on OECD countries.

The Investment Analyst will be responsible for supporting both the execution of energy infrastructure investments globally as well as the origination phase of transactions. The role includes, but is not limited to, the following key responsibilities:

• Execution and maintenance of financial modeling and analysis, company and asset valuations and commercial due diligence – both quantitative and qualitative
• Coordination of sub-streams in the acquisition process, particularly due diligence work streams such as technical, legal, financial and tax
• Independent delivery of inputs to investment memoranda as a basis for investment decisions of the Investment Committee
• Independent research on specific markets and investment opportunities including the derivation of possible investment strategies
• Support marketing activities, especially regarding fundraising activities, jointly with the Client Solutions team. This includes the preparation of presentations for existing and prospective clients as well as processing client requests such as RFPs
• Working closely with colleagues in the Investments team to support the transition of investments post-financial close

• Excellent academic background with studies completed in business administration or natural/engineering sciences with a bachelor or master’s degree (preferred) from a globally-recognized top-tier university or business school
• 1-2 years of investment experience working on sizeable infrastructure transactions, preferably in the global energy sector, or recently completed university studies with a master’s degree and experience through internships from another fund, financial investor, or from a leading investment bank, boutique advisor or in the M&A team of an asset developer/utility
• Strong M&A skills from first transaction experience and knowledge in corporate finance, including in-depth understanding of financial modeling and accounting
• Strong analytical and conceptual thinking and ability to quickly familiarize oneself with complex topics
• Independent, proactive, flexible and entrepreneurial action; therefore, self-motivating, and with a positive, can-do approach
• Convincing personality with excellent communication skills
• Fluency in English is a must; knowledge of German, French or Spanish is an advantage
• Excellent MS Office skills, especially in Excel and PowerPoint

• Motivating corporate culture and a dynamic entrepreneurial environment with flat hierarchies and team orientation
• Competitive salary with performance-oriented compensation models and attractive fringe benefits
• Building expertise in private markets and the energy infrastructure sector from leading experts
• Attractive workplace in the center of Zurich

The managed investment vehicles invest directly in energy infrastructure assets, projects and companies that own, operate and/or develop assets along the entire energy value chain – from hydroelectric power plants, power and gas grids to solar and wind farms, both off- and onshore. With origins in Europe, the EIP team is currently expanding its focus to global investment activities with particular attention on OECD countries.

Reporting to the senior investment professionals of the Investments team, the Investment Associate will be responsible for the coordination and execution of energy infrastructure investments globally along with supporting the origination phase of transactions. The role includes, but is not limited to, the following key responsibilities:

• Supervising a junior team of analysts, the Investment Associate is responsible for executing the due diligence process, supporting the structuring of potential debt financing and offtake agreements, leading valuations, taking ownership of financial models and coordinating advisors including inter alia technical, legal, financial, tax and M&A
• Supporting the senior investment professionals with qualitative and quantitative analyses in the negotiation of transaction and governance documentation with (industrial) partners and sellers
• Drafting and preparing investment memoranda as a basis for investment decisions for the investment committee while ensuring timely delivery and accuracy of inputs from junior team members
• Leading independent research on specific markets and investment opportunities and supporting the derivation of possible investment strategies
• Supporting marketing activities, especially regarding fundraising activities, jointly with the Client Solutions team. This includes the preparation of presentations for existing and prospective clients as well as processing client requests such as RFPs
• Working closely with colleagues to help manage the transition of investments post-financial close, especially with regards to business plans and financial modelling

• Excellent academic background with completed studies in business administration or natural/engineering sciences with a master’s degree or Ph.D. from a globally recognized top-tier university or business school
• 3-5 years of extensive investment experience working on sizeable infrastructure transactions, preferably in the global energy sector. This experience will most likely come from another fund, financial investor, or possibly from a leading investment bank, boutique advisor or in the M&A team of an asset developer/utility
• First-rate M&A skills, gained from a track record of transactions, ideally across multiple jurisdictions, through supporting due diligence processes in the infrastructure sector and executing asset or company valuations and analyses
• Familiarity with co-investment structures, project financing and good commercial and technical expertise with a strong understanding of the key value drivers and risks of potential investments and financial modelling
• First experience in project management and leadership of a junior team is a plus
• Strong analytical and conceptual thinking and ability to quickly familiarize oneself with complex topics
• Independent, proactive, flexible and entrepreneurial action; therefore, self-motivating, and with a positive, can-do approach
• Convincing personality with excellent communication skills
• Fluency in English is a must; knowledge of German, French or Spanish is an advantage

• Motivating corporate culture and a dynamic entrepreneurial environment with flat hierarchies and team orientation
• Competitive salary with performance-oriented compensation models and attractive fringe benefits
• Building expertise in private markets and the energy infrastructure sector from leading experts
• Attractive workplace in the center of Zurich

The managed investment vehicles invest directly in energy infrastructure assets, projects and companies that own, operate and/or develop assets along the entire energy value chain – from hydroelectric power plants, power and gas grids to solar and wind farms, both off- and onshore. With origins in Europe, the EIP team is currently expanding its focus to global investment activities with particular attention on OECD countries.

Reporting to Investments team leadership, the new Investment Vice President will be responsible for the appraisal, structuring, negotiation and execution of energy infrastructure investments globally, along with supporting the origination phase of transactions. The role includes, but is not limited to, the following key responsibilities:

• Independently leading a junior team of analysts and associates, the Investment Vice President is responsible for the execution of the due diligence process, the structuring of potential debt financing and offtake agreements, valuations and coordination of advisors including inter alia technical, legal, financial, tax and M&A
• Negotiation of key transaction and governance documentation with (industrial) partners and sellers in cooperation with the team leads
• Preparation of investment memoranda including key risks and mitigants; presenting these to the Investment Committee
• Independent research on specific markets and investment opportunities including the derivation of possible investment strategies
• Support marketing activities, especially in institutional client meetings regarding fundraising activities, jointly with the Client Solutions team
• Working closely with colleagues to manage the transition of investments post-financial close, e.g. through board of director mandates

• Excellent academic background with completed studies in business administration or natural/engineering sciences with a master’s degree or Ph.D. from a globally recognized top-tier university or business school
• At least 6-8 years investment experience working on sizeable infrastructure transactions, preferably in the global energy sector. This experience will most likely come from another fund, financial investor, or possibly from a leading investment bank, boutique advisor or in the M&A team of an asset developer/utility
• First-rate M&A skills, gained from a substantial track record of leading transactions across multiple jurisdictions through conducting due diligence processes in the infrastructure sector and negotiating transactions independently
• Familiarity with co-investment structures, project financing and strong commercial and technical expertise with an excellent understanding of the key value drivers and risks of potential investments
• Experience in project management and leading a junior team with high potential
• Strong analytical and conceptual thinking and ability to quickly familiarize oneself with complex topics
• Independent, proactive, flexible and entrepreneurial action; therefore, self-motivating, and with a positive, can-do approach
• Convincing and senior personality with excellent communication skills
• Fluency in English is a must; knowledge of German, French or Spanish is an advantage

• Motivating corporate culture and a dynamic entrepreneurial environment with flat hierarchies and team orientation
• Competitive salary with performance-oriented compensation models and attractive fringe benefits
• Building expertise in private markets and the energy infrastructure sector from leading experts
• Attractive workplace in the center of Zurich