ESG Investment Manager

A leading private equity firm specializing in control acquisitions of mid-sized companies across Germany, Austria, and Switzerland (DACH region). The firm focuses on businesses undergoing transformation, including restructuring, spin-offs, and capital intensive growth. With a strong commitment to sustainable and responsible investing, we are expanding our Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) investment portfolio and seeking a highly motivated Investment Manager to join the team in Frankfurt.

Role Overview:

As an Investment Manager – ESG Portfolio, you will play a key role in identifying, evaluating, and executing investment opportunities with a strong ESG focus. You will support deal origination, due diligence, financial modelling, and portfolio management, working closely with senior investment professionals to drive value creation in sustainable investments.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Conduct market research and analysis to identify ESG-focused investment opportunities in mid-sized companies across the DACH region.
2. Perform financial modelling, valuation analysis, and due diligence on potential investment targets.
3. Assess ESG risks and opportunities in target companies, integrating sustainability criteria into investment decision-making.
4. Support transaction structuring, negotiation, and execution processes.
5. Monitor and analyse portfolio companies, driving ESG improvements and value creation.
6. Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders, including management teams, advisors, and industry experts.
7. Stay up to date with ESG regulations, reporting standards, and best practices in responsible investing.

Key Qualifications:

1. Bachelor’s or master’s degree in finance, Business Administration, Economics, or a related field.
2. 4 + years of experience in investment banking, private equity, management consulting, or corporate M&A, with exposure to ESG investing preferred.
3. Strong understanding of ESG principles, regulatory frameworks, and sustainability trends.
4. Solid financial modelling, valuation, and due diligence skills.
5. Experience in executing M&A transactions and analysing investment opportunities.
6. Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with attention to detail.
7. Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage stakeholders at all levels.
8. Fluency in German and English is required; additional European language skills are a plus.

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Finance

Industries

Venture Capital and Private Equity Principals

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