Investment Management - Private Markets Climate Impact (1GT) - Vice President

The Team recently launched the $750m 1GT Fund to invest in growth stage decarbonization companies across power, mobility, sustainable food & agriculture, and circular economy themes in Europe and North America. By targeting a variety of sectors, the Team can deploy capital in certain sectors of the market that are relatively under-capitalized. The Team maintains deep relationships in climate investing and therefore is a sought-after partner by syndicate participants and management teams seeking to enhance the positive environmental impact of growth companies. When appropriate, the Team provides portfolio companies with sustainability-focused resources from Morgan Stanley's ecosystem, creating a bespoke strategy to maximize the companies' positive environmental impact.

Position Description

The Team is seeking experienced candidates with private equity investing experience for a Vice President position to focus on climate impact growth investing.

Investment professionals at the Vice President level work closely with Partners on 4 to 5-person deal teams and are responsible for opportunity sourcing, investment analysis and execution, and portfolio management. The position is available in London.

Primary Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of an investment including origination, execution, structuring, negotiation, and ongoing management
• Oversee thematic research within key climate themes
• Review financial models, lead the preparation of investment memos, and present opportunities to the investment committee
• Lead due diligence efforts on prospective investments (e.g., commercial, climate impact, ESG, financial, tax, legal, etc.)
• Lead negotiations of legal transaction documentation (e.g., SPA, SHA, MIP, etc.) with support from internal and external legal advisors
• Support portfolio companies throughout the hold period (including the execution and monitoring of sustainable value add initiatives)
• Lead and mentor team of junior professionals in and outside the investment process
• Contribute to LP investor-related activities (e.g., pitches, updates, client service requests, etc.)

Qualifications

• An undergraduate degree from a leading university. MBA from a leading business school preferred
• Significant relevant work experience (e.g., investment banking, management consulting, private equity), including experience in private equity. Background should include support for origination, execution, value creation, and exit preparation
• Prior experience in growth equity and software investing is strongly preferred
• Demonstratable intellectual curiosity in developing knowledge of growth and/or climate impact investing
• Self-motivated and proactive team player with exceptional project management and execution skills
• Strong verbal and written communication skills

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