About DESRI
DESRI (formerly D. E. Shaw Renewable Investments) is a market-leading owner and operator of renewable energy projects throughout the United States. We have acquired or developed approximately 11 gigawatts of contracted capacity across a portfolio of over 70 renewable energy projects in 24 states.
About the role
DESRI (formerly D. E. Shaw Renewable Investments) seeks talented and highly motivated associates or associate directors (title and compensation commensurate with experience) to work on strategy, analysis, new market identification, M&A and financing transactions and support for all aspects of DESRI’s business. These positions are on both our Finance & Acquisitions as well as Strategy teams.
What you'll do
Strategy Team
You’ll be tasked with supporting the development of DESRI’s market strategy and new project origination decisions by conducting power market research and tracking trends, in addition to supporting various data analysis tasks. This work could include performing comprehensive analyses of electricity market fundamentals in regions across the United States to identify attractive markets for renewable energy and energy storage, researching renewable energy demand opportunities with U.S. corporations and utilities, and conducting/maintaining routine and ad hoc competitive benchmarking and analysis. You’ll work closely with various DESRI teams to gather and disseminate strategic insights across the organization. This role will directly support and inform DESRI’s M&A and financial underwriting processes.
Investment & Acquisitions Team
You’ll be responsible for building and reviewing financial models to support management investment decisions, with a focus on modeling project returns, optimizing capital structure, identifying risks and potential upside, and presenting analytical findings in a clear and concise manner. Additionally, you’ll be responsible for leading due diligence and managing third-party deliverables through deal processes. You will also support transaction leads on negotiating definitive documentation for debt and tax equity financings, acquisitions, and opportunistic sales across both new projects and DESRI’s existing portfolio of projects in development, under construction, or in operation.
Qualifications
- Candidates should have an undergraduate degree and at least two years of experience (Associate), as well as modeling capabilities, preferably in Excel.
- A record of academic and professional achievement, well-developed communication skills, the ability to collaborate well with a small team, proven organizational acumen when working on multiple projects, and a high level of motivation are all vital to this role.
- A demonstrated interest in and experience with renewable energy projects and/or electricity markets in the United States is preferred.
- The expected annual base salary for this position is $100,000 - $160,000. Our compensation and benefits package includes variable compensation in the form of a year-end bonus, guaranteed in the first year of hire, and benefits including medical and prescription drug coverage, 401(k) contribution matching, paid time off, wellness reimbursement, family building benefits, and a charitable gift match program.
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What We Do
DESRI is a leading renewable energy company that develops, owns, and operates utility-scale solar, wind, and battery storage projects throughout the United States. As long-term owners, we’re focused on creating value throughout all stages of a project’s life cycle, including development, construction, financing, and operations. Today, DESRI stands at the forefront of renewable energy, specializing in utility-scale solar, wind, and battery storage projects across the U.S. DESRI is committed to adding value at every project stage, from development to operations. We’ve built a diversified portfolio across 22 states with over 11 GW of generation capacity, enough to power nearly 2 million homes. DESRI has offices in New York City, Denver, and Hyderabad and we have grown to nearly 300 employees globally.
