Website Matrix Renewables
About Matrix Renewables
Matrix Renewables is a global renewable energy platform focused on developing, constructing, and operating renewable energy, energy storage, and other sustainable energy infrastructure. Established by TPG through its impact investing platform, TPG Rise, in 2020, Matrix Renewables leverages expertise across multiple markets including North America, Europe, and Latin America. With a portfolio encompassing 15 GW of diverse stage projects, Matrix Renewables is dedicated to advancing sustainable energy solutions. Matrix Renewables is backed by TPG, a leading global alternative asset management firm headquartered in Fort Worth, Texas. TPG manages over $91 billion in assets and operates across a multitude of investment platforms such as private equity, growth equity, and impact investing.
About this Role
Matrix Renewables is seeking a highly motivated individual to join its fast-growing team as an Investment Associate. This role, ideally based in the Miami office, will be pivotal in leading valuation efforts, creating investment summaries, and making strategic investment and divestiture recommendations to the investment committee within the renewable energy and sustainable fuels space in the U.S. The Investment Associate will handle comprehensive analyses for acquisitions and divestitures of renewable energy and green fuel projects. This role includes preparing investment theses for greenfield projects, drafting investment committee memorandums, and actively participating in reviewing Matrix’s capital efficiency strategies. The individual will work collaboratively with both internal and external stakeholders to conduct project diligence and economic analysis.
Responsibilities
- Lead valuation efforts for renewable energy/green fuels projects.
- Prepare in-depth analysis for acquisition/divestments of renewable energy/green fuel projects based on project fundamentals and market conditions.
- Evaluate and prepare investment thesis for greenfield projects prior to being added to Matrix’s balance sheet.
- Lead the preparation of investment committee memorandums including the proposal of actionable recommendations.
- Actively participate in reviewing Matrix capital efficiency strategy including capital recycling through asset divesture, raising of LCs, hold-co debt, etc.
- Work cross-functionally within the organization and outside advisors to conduct project diligence and source key inputs for economic and qualitative analysis.
- Lead conversations with internal and external stakeholders as well as with potential investors.
- Manage M&A processes including coordinating with key stakeholders and reviewing transaction documentation.
- Prepare analysis supporting Matrix’s portfolio through key equity deployment milestones.
- Assist in the preparation of monthly & quarterly reporting to TPG.
- Work creatively to implement long-term company strategic initiatives.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Mathematics, Finance, or similar preferred.
- 2-5 years of experience in renewable energy project finance / investments / M&A in the U.S.
- High level of proactivity and entrepreneurial mindset.
- Proficiency (2-5 years of experience) in renewable energy financial modeling.
- Expertise in tax equity modeling including capital accounts, depreciation, and buyouts (preferred).
- Highly proficient in MS Excel, MS Word, and MS PowerPoint.
- Strong attention to detail and analytical skills.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Comfortable interacting with internal management and transaction counterparties.
- Basic knowledge of accounting and tax treatments related to renewable energy projects (i.e. tax equity partnership flip mechanics).
- Solid understanding of corporate finance and economic concepts.
- Basic understanding of U.S. power markets.
Benefits
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