Galvanize Credit and Capital Solutions, Investment Associate

New York, NY or San Francisco, CA

About Galvanize Climate Solutions 

Galvanize Climate Solutions (“Galvanize”) is a global investment firm focused on generating long-term value from the energy transition. Founded in 2021 by Katie Hall (“Hall”) and Tom Steyer (“Steyer”), and led by co-executive chairs Hall, Steyer, and Secretary John Kerry – Galvanize invests across asset classes including venture capital and growth equity, public equities, real estate, and credit and capital solutions, to generate attractive risk-adjusted returns for our investors while accelerating commercially competitive climate-positive solutions, products, and services. Built by investors and operators with decades of experience scaling multibillion dollar strategies, Galvanize is structured to identify and execute on investment opportunities across all sectors of the economy faster than others. Its model pairs best-in-class institutional investment talent with domain expertise across technology, science, market development, policy, geopolitics, and other factors shaping climate landscape.

Role 

Galvanize Climate Solutions is seeking an Investment Associate for its Credit and Capital Solutions platform. The Associate should have strong financial modeling and analytics experience and an interest in decarbonization investing. This person will gain experience investing across the capital structure including first lien direct lending, subordinated capital (including mezzanine debt and preferred equity), and structured and opportunistic investments.  This person’s core responsibilities will include deal origination support, deal screening, due diligence, financial modeling and analysis, drafting investment committee materials, and closing for new deals and follow-on investments. Additionally, the Associate may also support portfolio management and fundraising functions. This is an exciting opportunity to help expand a growing platform within a well-established and successful firm.

Essential Job Responsibilities 

  • Support the investment strategy and team with sector deep dives and market analyses 
  • Participate in, manage and potentially lead investment diligence processes including but not limited to management calls, market analysis, articulation of investment thesis, technology maturity assessment, contract review, legal document review, management team assessment, reference calls, and financial modeling 
  • Assist in drafting and negotiating term sheets and propose investment structures 
  • Prepare internal and external presentations & underwriting materials for proposed and executed investments, including investment committee memoranda 
  • Support deal origination process, including prospect outreach, sourcing transactions, conduct reference and management calls 
  • Engage with the Impact Team and portfolio company management teams to support investments 
  • Collaborate with other Galvanize teams to support credit solutions platform (including investor relations, legal, and other investment teams)

Required Qualifications and Competencies 

  • Bachelor’s degree required
  • 2-4 years of experience in investment banking, management consulting, project finance, private credit or private equity, with a preference for experience in energy, climate, infrastructure or sustainability (industry-focus not required)
  • Track record of striving for and achieving excellence
  • A growth mindset, great work ethic, and intellectual curiosity
  • Ability to be a team player, collaborate, operate in and adapt to a rapidly changing environment, and maintain strong attention to detail, initiative, resourcefulness, and problem-solving skills
  • Strong Excel and financial modeling skills with experience developing and managing financial models, ideally involving structured debt/equity investments
  • Strong understanding of a variety of business models and ability to get up to speed quickly on new topics
  • Interest in climate and sustainability investing
  • Excellent communication skills (listening, asking questions, writing, speaking, and open dialogues)
  • Ability and desire to work in a fast-paced, innovative, and entrepreneurial environment

 Compensation and Benefits  

  • Estimated base salary, depending on experience: $125,000 – $150,000
  • Role is also eligible for an annual performance-based bonus 
  • Generous benefits package, including employer-paid health coverage options  
  • 401(k) plan with employer match  
  • 25 days of PTO which is inclusive of vacation, personal time and sick leave  
  • Monthly wellness benefit that covers a broad range of activities  
  • Annual stipend for employer-sponsored professional development opportunities 
  • 16 weeks paid parental leave  

Diversity Statement

Galvanize is committed to recruiting, engaging, and retaining top-tier talent. We will apply our team’s different experiences, backgrounds, and viewpoints to drive better decision-making in advance of scaling vital and urgent climate solutions. This consideration guides our culture, investment strategy, and advocacy efforts, ensuring that we not only develop innovative solutions but also foster an environment where all voices are heard and valued.

 

Base Salary Pay Band

$125,000 - $150,000 USD

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