Investment Associate

Company Overview

Grid Stor is a rapidly growing, grid‑scale energy storage developer, owner and operator backed by Goldman Sachs Asset Management (“GSAM”) and led by experienced clean energy industry professionals. We acquire and develop battery storage projects in markets across North America. Grid Stor’s mission is to accelerate the transition to a carbon‑free, resilient grid by rapidly deploying stand‑alone energy storage dStor is based in Portland, Oregon, and offers competitive compensation and a wide selection of benefits including unlimited paid time off.

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Grid Stor is looking for an experienced Investment Associate/Sr. Analyst to join our growing team. This role will work closely with senior deal team members to source, evaluate and structure potential investments in energy storage assets. The investment associate will enable the rapid growth of a profitable, entrepreneurial energy storage business by sourcing proprietary project pipelines and negotiating the terms for acquisition.

The scope of this role includes significant responsibility across the full deal lifecycle, and exposure to high‑profile transactions within a growing, entrepreneurial business.

• Own and maintain financial model for investment opportunities and project financings, ensuring consistency and accuracy of results reflecting financial performance, including debt service and projected returns.
• Implement improvements to the financial model on an ongoing basis in line with changing capital markets.
• Develop quantitative and qualitative analysis to support investment decisions and new market opportunities.
• Prepare presentations and investment memoranda for the Investment Committee.
• Assist with the due diligence process and third‑party consultant reports preparation during financings.
• Support deal execution and take an active role in monitoring of portfolio of development and operating assets.
• Work with existing financing parties to ensure accurate tracking of the projects’ financial performance.

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in mathematics, economics, finance, or a related field required.
• Experience: A minimum of 3 years of prior work experience in project finance, investment banking or buy‑side role, within the financial services or the energy industry.
• Strong analytics and financial modeling skills including DCF analysis and direct experience with project finance modeling.
• Understanding of project finance debt and tax equity structures a plus.
• Location & Availability: Portland, OR preferred, willing to consider other locations. Flexibility is required for occasional coordination outside of standard business hours in urgent situations.
• Organizational
  
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  Exceptional organizational abilities with keen attention to detail. Capable of managing multiple tasks and projects simultaneously in a fast‑paced environment and seeing delegated projects through to completion.
• Adaptability: Entrepreneurial mindset, ability to be agile and flexible, readily taking on tasks outside the typical scope of the role as needed.
• Confidentiality: Proven ability to handle highly confidential information with utmost discretion.
• Integrity & Judgment: Strong track record of excellent judgment and integrity in previous roles.
• Technical Proficiency: Demonstrated proficiency in the Microsoft Office suite, TEAMS, and advanced skills in Excel.
• Communication
  
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  Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Problem‑Solving: Adaptable, with the ability to prioritize tasks effectively and approach challenges with a creative, proactive mindset.
• Team Orientation: Highly motivated to support and collaborate with team members, contributing to collective success.

• Grid Stor offers an attractive Total Rewards package, including:
  • Competitive base salaries commensurate with experience with an annual cash bonus (based on Company and individual performance)
  • Generous paid leave
  • Employee participation in Long Term Incentive Plan
  • Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, including coverage for domestic…