Investment Associate (m/w/d)

About the company

aream has focused exclusively on renewable energy for 20 years and has grown into one of Europe’s recognised specialists in this market. From its Düsseldorf Harbour location, the company works with around 50 committed employees and structures renewable-energy funds while also leading the acquisition and management of wind and solar parks across Europe. Its work covers the full investment value chain through three main areas: fund and asset management, project development, and operations management.

Role overview

To support continued growth, aream is looking for an Associate Investment Manager (m/w/d) for its Düsseldorf location or in a hybrid setup. In this role, you will be an integral part of the investment team and contribute across every stage of the investment process.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the assessment of new investment opportunities in wind, solar, and energy storage.
• Evaluate emerging renewable-energy asset classes and related market opportunities.
• Review investment locations, including the relevant regulatory environment.
• Examine quarterly and annual reports from energy-sector companies.
• Help coordinate external advisors in Germany and abroad, such as technical experts, lawyers, and tax consultants.
• Contribute to reporting for banks and investors on existing assets.
• Support acquisition and divestment processes for assets or entities.
• Participate in debt financing work and the structuring of financing solutions.
• Prepare decision papers and briefing materials for the investment committee.
• Create documents and presentations for fundraising activities.

Requirements

• Successfully completed university degree in business, finance, engineering, or a comparable discipline.
• About 3 years of experience as an analyst in investment, M&A, corporate finance, or financial modelling.
• Confident handling of financial models and business analysis.
• Strong analytical ability, a structured way of working, and a proactive mindset.
• Very good command of German and English.
• Interest in renewable energy, technology, and market trends.
• Team-oriented attitude and enjoyment of interdisciplinary collaboration.

What the company offers

• The chance to help shape Europe’s energy transition and contribute to one of today’s most important future-focused topics.
• A rapidly growing company with strong development potential in a dynamic, future-oriented industry.
• An open and highly motivated team with a culture of equality and a very friendly working atmosphere.
• A modern workplace that supports both teamwork and individual responsibility.
• Flexible working hours and the option to work from home.
• An extra day off on your birthday.
• Full support for further training and professional development.
• An in-house restaurant with a varied menu and high-quality meals at attractive employee rates.
• An appealing office location with good transport connections and trust-based working hours.

Why aream

• Work on forward-looking projects in renewable energy and battery storage.
• Join a close-knit, friendly, and highly collegial team culture.
• Benefit from a new-work setup with a fixed on-site presence of 3 days per week, flexible hours, flat hierarchies, agile project management, and cross-functional teamwork.
• Develop your career through challenging work and ongoing growth opportunities.
• Enjoy the advantages of a Düsseldorf Harbour location with strong connectivity and an inspiring environment.

Additional information

This role is based in Düsseldorf, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany, and is full-time with an onsite/hybrid working arrangement. The company operates with a fixed presence requirement of 3 days per week on site. No salary, vacancy count, start date, or application deadline was stated.