Chief Investment Officer jobs in Germany

Location: Hybrid – | Regular travel to Berlin office required

The firm is a fast-growing private equity platform focused on investing in Commercial & Industrial (C&I) renewable energy projects, accelerating the transition to clean energy while delivering attractive returns. We are seeking a Director – Head of Investments to lead origination, execution, and portfolio management for the C&I renewables strategy.

This is a senior leadership role offering significant autonomy to drive value creation and shape the investment platform’s future growth.

• Develop and implement the investment strategy for C&I renewable energy platforms (solar PV, battery storage, distributed generation).
• Originate, evaluate, structure, and execute equity and hybrid investments across development, construction, and operational stages.
• Lead transaction execution, including due diligence, financial modelling, valuation, negotiations, and documentation.
• Manage and expand relationships with developers, EPCs, co-investors, lenders, and strategic partners.
• Oversee portfolio companies and support management teams to drive operational excellence and growth.
• Present investment opportunities and portfolio performance to the Investment Committee and Board.
• Build, lead, and mentor a high-performing investment team, fostering collaboration and accountability.

• 10+ years of experience in private equity, infrastructure, or corporate development, with a strong focus on renewables (C&I experience preferred).
• Proven track record of originating and executing complex transactions in the energy or infrastructure sectors.
• Strong understanding of renewable energy development, financing, and regulatory frameworks.
• Exceptional leadership, negotiation, and relationship management capabilities.
• Advanced financial modelling and transaction structuring expertise.
• Entrepreneurial mindset, comfortable operating in a dynamic, growth-oriented environment.
• MBA, CFA, or equivalent qualification preferred.
• Fluent in English; German language skills are an advantage.

• Hybrid work model with flexibility to work remotely and regular travel to Berlin and project sites.
• Competitive base salary with performance-based bonus.
• Share options or equity participation aligning long-term incentives.
• Opportunity to lead a core strategy within a high-growth platform and contribute directly to the global energy transition.
• Entrepreneurial, collaborative culture with direct exposure to senior leadership and strategic decision-making.