Senior Investment Analyst, Carbon Projects

Company

Rubicon Carbon is a next-generation carbon solutions provider. Led by a world-class management team, Rubicon is an innovative platform that channels capital to unlock at-scale decarbonization projects and delivers trusted, enterprise-grade solutions for carbon credit purchasers. Rubicon strives to deliver greater scale, confidence, and innovation across all facets of the carbon market and meet the growing demand for end-to-end, high-integrity emissions reduction solutions.

Position Overview

The Project Investment Analyst will be a key member of the Supply team, providing modeling, analytical, and transaction support to the investment team. Key responsibilities will include assessing, documenting, and tracking project investment opportunities and managing portfolio investments. This is a role for an ambitious candidate seeking to apply their existing experience in infrastructure or project finance to carbon projects, with developmental opportunities to build a career as a carbon project investor.

This is a hybrid position - candidates must be based within one hour of our New York City, Los Angeles, or San Francisco office

Key Responsibilities

• Support senior investment team members in the assessment and due diligence of project and portfolio investment opportunities (including green-field development and operating assets).
• Assist with data collection, research, and analysis of financial, industry, and market information relevant to new investments.
• Prepare and update financial models and investment committee presentations.
• Participate in the preparation of portfolio tracking documents and performance evaluations.
• Contribute to the drafting of industry and sector analysis reports, presentations, and investment memos.
• Aid in the documentation of transaction execution and compliance-related tasks.
• Maintain internal databases and ensure that all investment materials are complete and organized.
• Monitor market, regulatory, and industry trends relevant to portfolio assets and future investment opportunities.
• Perform other analyst duties as assigned to provide well-rounded exposure to the investment process.

Required Skills and Attributes

• 2-4 years of experience in project finance related to ideally related to carbon projects, renewable energy, or other sustainable infrastructure
• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Accounting, Mathematics, or a related quantitative field.
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills, with familiarity in financial modeling and Excel.
• Demonstrated interest in infrastructure, renewable energy, sustainability, or investments.
• Detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, while maintaining accuracy and meeting deadlines.
• Effective written and verbal communication abilities; able to present information clearly and concisely.
• Eagerness to learn from senior team members and accept constructive feedback as part of an ongoing development process.
• Ability to gather, organize, and interpret large amounts of data.
• Team-oriented mindset, collaborative approach, and willingness to support various project and administrative tasks.
• High level of integrity, professionalism, and discretion when handling confidential information.
• Proactive work ethic and readiness to take initiative within clearly defined responsibilities.

Compensation

The approximate annual base compensation range for this position is $100,000–$135,000, commensurate with experience. The actual offer will reflect a total rewards package, including long-term incentives and excellent benefits, determined by a variety of factors including the applicant’s experience, knowledge, skills, and equity considerations.