Divestment Associate / Divestment Manager (m/f/d)

Aquila Capital offers compelling investment opportunities that drive global decarbonisation. Specialising in clean energy, green infrastructure and sustainable real estate, we are providing tailored fund vehicles and investment solutions with a focus on sustainability and aim to become one of the leading asset managers for sustainable investment strategies in Europe with a global reach.

For our office in Luxembourg or Madrid we are searching for an Investment Associate (m/f/d) or Divestment Manager (m/f/d)

Your responsibilities

• Conduct market and industry research to assess and benchmark potential divestment opportunities and continuously monitor broader market trends
• Analyse financial statements, valuation models and other financial metrics to evaluate and structure potential divestments
• Build, evaluate and stress test financial models
• Prepare divestment memoranda and presentation materials to support divestment recommendations
• Support the divestment due diligence process, including the identification and mitigation of key risks
• Actively work with internal and external departments to ensure successful due diligence & divestment execution
• Assist with the periodic valuation process
• Provide ad-hoc analytical support to senior members of the team

Your qualifications

• University degree in finance, economics, business or a related field or MBA. Additional qualifications (CFA, CA) highly appreciated
• In-depth knowledge of best practices in financial modelling and continuous readiness for further training in this area
• min. 4 years of professional experience in a private equity or M&A environment. Senior profiles are more than welcome to apply
• Strong understanding of finance and investment principles, including financial modelling and valuation techniques
• Committed interest in the energy transition and / or infrastructure core+ experience will be considered favourably
• High attention to detail, strong analytical and interpersonal skills
• Self-starter with an ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office, especially Excel and PowerPoint
• Fluent in English (written and verbal). Other foreign languages are an advantage

Aquila Capital is an asset manager specialising in sustainable real asset investments. Since 2007, we have been providing compelling investment opportunities focused on driving the energy transition and sustainable infrastructure. Our goal is to deliver resilient returns while supporting clean energy initiatives and contributing to the decarbonisation of global infrastructure.

In 2024, Aquila Capital entered a strategic partnership with Commerzbank, with the ambition of becoming a leading asset manager for sustainable investments in Europe and beyond. The company remains an important part of Aquila Group, leveraging the Group’s industrial network to benefit its investors.

Aquila Capital is headquartered in Hamburg, Germany, and employs a dedicated team of around 200 professionals across seven European countries.

Further information: https://www.aquila-capital.de/en/