Project M&A Utility-scale Associate

Overview

RWE Clean Energy, LLC is a leading renewable energy company that supports the nation’s growing energy needs through high‑quality utility‑scale wind, solar, and storage projects.

• Support transaction execution for acquisition and divestment processes by coordinating work streams, organizing due diligence materials, and tracking deliverables and timelines.
• Assist with internal transaction approval processes by compiling analyses, coordinating inputs from stakeholders, and supporting communication for timely reviews and approvals.
• Build, update, and maintain financial models to support valuation of renewable energy acquisitions and divestments, including running sensitivities and reviewing third‑party models.
• Provide day‑to‑day coordination support with internal teams and external counter parties by managing information flow, scheduling, and follow‑ups related to transaction execution.
• Coordinate cross‑functional inputs across RWE business functions to ensure diligence findings, assumptions, and analyses are accurately reflected in transaction materials.
• Prepare draft presentation materials and analyses for internal committees and external counter parties, summarizing financial results, risks, mitigants, and key considerations.
• Support ad hoc analytical and operational tasks related to transactions or portfolio initiatives, including special analyses, data compilation, or process support.
• Conduct market and industry research by tracking transaction activity, pricing benchmarks, and sector developments, and summarizing findings for use by the broader team.
• Assist with process improvement initiatives by following established templates, tools, and workflows, and providing feedback or suggestions to improve efficiency, accuracy, or consistency.
• Maintain transaction documentation and data organization, including managing virtual data rooms, version control, and issue tracking to support diligence execution and team workflows.

• Bachelor’s Degree (required) with background in business, finance, accounting, tax, or an analytical/quantitative field strongly preferred.
• Minimum 1 year of relevant professional experience in investment banking, project finance, renewable energy development, infrastructure investing, or a related transaction‑oriented or consulting role.
• Demonstrated experience building and maintaining financial models and investment presentation materials (e.g., Excel and PowerPoint) in support of transaction analysis or investment decisions.
• Foundational understanding of renewable energy project economics and valuation concepts, including cash‑flow‑based valuation methods and key commercial drivers.
• Exposure to transaction‑based processes, such as M&A, debt financing, tax equity, or similar capital markets or project finance work streams.
• Strong quantitative and analytical skills, with the ability to apply established frameworks, follow instructions, and produce accurate analyses in a fast‑paced environment.
• Clear and effective communicator, with strong written and presentation skills and the ability to tailor outputs for internal review by senior stakeholders.
• Collaborative team player who can work independently on assigned tasks while contributing effectively within cross‑functional teams.
• High motivation and adaptability, with comfort operating in a dynamic, international business environment and working with diverse teams and perspectives.

The annual base salary range for this position in Illinois is $82,000 – $124,000.

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short‑Term Disability, Long‑Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Education Assistance, Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays. Eligible employees also participate in short‑term incentives, in addition to salary.

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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. RWE Clean Energy is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of employment visas at this time.