M&A Associate

About the role

esmeraPartners is a specialized M&A and corporate finance boutique focused on the renewable energy and infrastructure sectors. The firm is seeking an Associate to support M&A and financing mandates, working closely with deal leads on complex transactions across Europe. The role involves taking early responsibility for key work packages and contributing to the strategic preparation and execution of deals.

Responsibilities

• Active participation in M&A and financing mandates in the renewable energy and infrastructure sector from preparation to closing
• Independent processing and coordination of key work packages within ongoing transactions
• Creation, review, and development of financial models and valuation of companies, projects, and portfolios
• Preparation of teasers, information memorandums, management presentations, and decision documents
• Analysis and preparation of transaction, financing, and due diligence documentation
• Conducting market, company, and investor analyses
• Direct collaboration with deal leads, clients, investors, and external advisors
• Support in preparing pitches and developing new mandates

Required skills

• Mergers & Acquisitions
• Corporate Finance
• Financial Modeling
• Valuation
• Project Finance
• Excel
• PowerPoint
• German
• English

Nice to have

• Renewable Energy
• Energy Infrastructure
• Transaction Services
• Investment Management
• Corporate Development

Qualifications

• Degree in Economics, Finance, Engineering, or a related field
• 2-4 years of relevant professional experience in M&A, Corporate Finance, or a similar transaction-oriented environment

Benefits

• Flexible working hours
• Parking
• Beverages
• Fitness subsidy

About the Company

esmeraPartners is a specialized M&A and corporate finance boutique focused on advising on the purchase, sale, and financing of companies and projects, particularly in the renewable energy and energy infrastructure sectors. The firm serves institutional investors, asset managers, energy suppliers, family offices, project developers, and industrial companies.