Private Equity Director – Head of Investments (C&I Renewables)
Location: Hybrid – [Specify Base City / Remote with regular travel] + travel to Berlin office as required
The firm is a fast-growing private equity platform focused on investing in Commercial & Industrial (C&I) renewable energy projects, accelerating the transition to clean energy while delivering attractive returns. We are seeking a Director – Head of Investments to lead origination, execution, and portfolio management for our C&I renewables strategy.
This is a senior leadership role offering significant autonomy to drive value creation and shape the investment platform.
Key Responsibilities
* Develop and implement the investment strategy for C&I renewable energy platforms (solar PV, battery storage, distributed generation).
* Originate, evaluate, structure, and execute equity and hybrid investments across development, construction, and operational phases.
* Lead transaction execution: oversee due diligence, financial modelling, valuation, negotiations, and documentation.
* Manage and grow relationships with developers, EPCs, co-investors, lenders, and key partners.
* Oversee portfolio companies, supporting management teams to achieve operational excellence and growth.
* Present investment opportunities and portfolio performance to the Investment Committee and Board.
* Build, lead, and mentor a team of investment professionals, fostering a collaborative, high-performance culture.
Candidate Profile
* 10+ years’ experience in private equity, infrastructure, or corporate development, with a strong focus on renewables (C&I preferred).
* Track record of originating and executing complex transactions in energy or infrastructure sectors.
* Strong understanding of renewable energy development, financing, and regulatory frameworks.
* Excellent leadership, negotiation, and relationship management skills.
* Advanced financial modelling and deal structuring expertise.
* Entrepreneurial mindset, comfortable operating in a dynamic, high-growth environment.
* MBA, CFA, or equivalent qualification preferred.
* Fluent in English; German language skills are an advantage.
What We Offer
* A hybrid role offering flexibility to work remotely, with some travel to our Berlin office and project sites as needed.
* Competitive base salary + performance bonus.
* Share options / equity participation to align long-term interests.
* Opportunity to lead a core strategy in a fast-growing sector and make a tangible impact on the energy transition.
* Collaborative, entrepreneurial culture with exposure to senior leadership and decision-making.