Chief Investment Officer jobs in Germany

Please note prior to reading, this role requires fluent German speaking, reading & writing skills due to the heavy documentation nature of the role.

We are partnering with a leading middle-market private equity fund based in Germany, focused on long term investments within the Energy space.

With a strategy focused on platforms within energy, infrastructure, and asset-heavy sectors, we are working closely to accelerate their growth going into 2026.

The fund is seeking a Investment Manager or Snr Associate (DoE) to join its Frankfurt office. This is an outstanding opportunity for a motivated investment professional to gain end-to-end deal experience and work directly with senior investment professionals, portfolio company executives, and external advisors.

Candidates with prior exposure to energy, infrastructure, or other asset-intensive industries—either through investment banking, consulting, or private equity—will be particularly well-suited to the role.

• Conduct market analyses to identify attractive investment opportunities across sectors, with a focus on energy transition, infrastructure, and asset-based platforms
• Build and maintain relationships with bankers, advisors, and industry experts to support deal origination
• Support deal execution, including due diligence, valuation, financial modelling, industry research, and transaction structuring
• Prepare and present investment memoranda and recommendations to the investment committee
• Collaborate with portfolio company management teams on value creation initiatives, operational improvements, and strategic growth projects
• Monitor ongoing portfolio performance, including financial and operational KPIs

• 4-8+ years of Investment Banking or fund experience within energy, infrastructure or industrials
• Strong financial modelling, valuation, and analytical skills
• Demonstrated ability to work in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment
• Excellent communication and presentation skills with the ability to work effectively in small, lean deal teams
• Passion for private equity investing and value creation
• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, or a related field (top-tier university preferred) & relevant internships

Frankfurt, DE

Highly competitive base salary + performance bonus

Comprehensive benefits package