Director, M&A

At 1st Avenue Power, we are on a mission to deliver simple, fast-to-deploy, customer‑centric and intelligent power systems leveraging the abundance of solar to provide inexpensive and reliable clean energy to global customers from data centers to energy‑starved communities around the world. We envision a future where every community, business, and nation thrives on the limitless potential of clean energy, united in a shared commitment to a sustainable and equitable world.

You will be working with Dr. Tom Buttgenbach, one of the most successful clean energy technology innovators and entrepreneur who has been a driving force in making solar‑based energy solutions the cheapest and most reliable energy option. Tom founded and led Avantus (formerly known as “8minute Solar Energy”), to become one of the largest and most profitable solar and energy storage companies in the United States and the largest in California, delivering over 17% of Los Angeles’ power.

When Tom sold his interest in Avantus’ development business to KKR in mid‑2024, it had delivered over $1 billion in profit and secured over $10 billion in power purchase agreements and project financings with a pipeline of over 30 GW of solar and 90 GWh of energy storage, capable of powering the homes of more than 20 million Americans day and night. Tom’s family office investment firm, 1st Avenue Capital, is building teams for the next generation of advanced solar power system architecture and AI to aggressively drive down the cost of and equitable access to clean and reliable energy.

The Director of Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A) will lead all aspects of the company’s M&A activities, including sourcing, evaluating, negotiating, and executing solar/renewable energy‑related transactions. This individual will collaborate closely with senior leadership to identify potential acquisition targets, strategic partnerships, joint ventures, and divestitures that align with the company’s long‑term growth strategy and objectives. The Director will also oversee due diligence, financial modeling, and integration efforts post‑transaction.

• Leadership Impact
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  Significant influence on key strategic decisions and a vital role in shaping the future of 1st Avenue Power’s energy strategy.
• Growth Potential
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  The company and project pipeline is in high growth mode, offering excellent opportunities for career growth and professional development.
• Co‑Founder Mindset
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  An opportunity for a passionate and driven individual to join a groundbreaking team and contribute significantly to our mission.

• Lead the development and execution of the company’s M&A strategy in alignment with corporate goals and objectives.
• Identify and source potential acquisition opportunities, joint ventures, and strategic partnerships within the solar energy and renewable energy sectors.
• Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders including financial institutions, industry leaders, advisors, and other potential partners.
• Monitor market trends, competitors, and emerging technologies to identify new business development opportunities.
• Conduct thorough financial analysis, including valuation, financial modeling, and risk assessment for potential M&A opportunities.
• Lead the development of business cases and investment memorandums to support decision‑making and present recommendations to the executive team.
• Assess the strategic fit, synergies, and long‑term value of potential transactions and provide actionable insights to senior management.
• Lead and manage the due diligence process, working closely with internal teams (finance, legal, operations, and strategy) and external advisors to assess all aspects of target companies, including financial, legal, operational, and commercial matters.
• Develop transaction structures and negotiate terms, ensuring alignment with the company’s objectives and minimizing risk.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and that all documentation is accurate and aligned with corporate policies.
• Oversee the execution of M&A transactions, including preparing all necessary legal and financial documentation and…