Climate & Energy Investor (Principal / Partner) @ Equal Ventures in New York City, NY

Position Overview

Equal Ventures, a thesis‐driven early‐stage venture firm focused on bridging the digital divide with an emphasis on Climate & Energy, is seeking a seasoned Principal or Partner to serve as the Product Owner for its climate and energy investing practice. In this role, you will shape investment theses, source and lead investments, support portfolio companies, and represent Equal Ventures within the broader climate ecosystem. This position is based in New York City and offers significant autonomy along with competitive compensation and opportunities to drive impactful investments.

Key Responsibilities

• Own and evolve Equal’s climate and energy investment theses across key sub-sectors.
• Proactively source early-stage opportunities through founder relationships, ecosystem engagement, and outbound research.
• Lead investment diligence including market analysis, expert and customer calls, and memo writing.
• Drive investment decisions and represent Equal on boards or in advisory roles with founders.
• Support portfolio companies on strategy, hiring, go-to-market, fundraising, and partnerships.
• Build Equal’s brand and presence within the climate and energy ecosystem through content, events, and networking.
• Serve as the lead for Equal’s annual Climate Capital Summit.
• Collaborate across the firm to support overall operations and drive firm-wide success.

Required Qualifications

• 7+ years of relevant professional experience.
• Background in venture capital, growth equity, private equity, or a high-impact operating role at a climate or energy startup.
• Strong familiarity with climate or energy markets, technologies, and value chains.
• Proven experience in leading investments or managing detailed diligence processes.

Preferred Qualifications

• Deep industry expertise in the energy/climate sector with the ability to predict trends and assess emerging companies.
• A track record of hustle, professionalism, and unwavering integrity.
• Strong self-direction combined with effective teamwork and collaboration.
• A robust network within the venture capital and energy communities.

Benefits & Perks

• Compensation: Base salary in the range of $200k–$300k, guaranteed fund carry, and an opportunity to earn an annual performance bonus.
• Participation in carry as a firm member.
• In-person collaboration within a dynamic New York City team environment.
• A leadership role influencing the strategic direction of climate and energy investments.