Associate (Clean Energy Finance)

Position Overview

NYCEEC, the country’s first local green bank, is hiring an Associate for Clean Energy Finance in New York City. In this full-time role, you will support programs and operations to advance the clean energy economy by managing project pipelines, assisting with financing projects, and conducting research. Reporting to senior staff and collaborating closely with team members, you will contribute to Business Development and financing programs in partnership with federal, state, or local agencies.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support in managing a pipeline of prospective clean energy building projects.
• Support NYCEEC’s clean energy financing initiatives alongside senior transaction managers.
• Develop and produce briefing documents and presentation materials for senior staff.
• Develop and maintain project plans, coordinating elements and identifying potential obstacles.
• Conduct research and perform qualitative and quantitative analysis/financial modeling.
• Attend industry conferences and functions to solicit potential business opportunities.
• Participate in drafting and editing grant and project proposals and reports.
• Provide general support for NYCEEC’s operations and special projects as required.

Required Qualifications

• Strong interest in NYCEEC’s mission and the transition to a clean energy economy.
• Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of three years of relevant professional work experience.
• Superior attention to detail with the ability to synthesize a variety of inputs into compelling written materials.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and Adobe Acrobat.
• Excellent organizational, communication, writing, and research skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Data analysis and financial modeling skills.
• Experience with Salesforce or similar CRM platforms.
• Experience at a bank, investment fund, or similar financial institution is a plus.

Compensation and Benefits

• Compensation: Base salary range of $84,000 - $110,000 per year plus a discretionary bonus (~10% pool) based on performance.
• 12 paid holidays.
• Paid time off/paid sick leave (starting at up to four weeks annually, with increases based on years of service).
• Medical insurance Platinum plan (80-90% of the premium paid by NYCEEC) and Dental coverage (85-90% of the premium).
• Vision and life insurance (100% of the premium paid by NYCEEC).
• 401(k) plan with NYCEEC matching employer contributions.
• Pre-Tax Transit Benefit.
• Paid Parental Leave.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).