M&A Associate

Repsol•Houston, TX

About The Position

At Repsol, we are committed to equality and do not request personal information. We believe that diversity contributes to innovative ideas and provides added value that enables us to benefit from mutual learning and perform our best work. Here, what counts is your experience and your ability to create value. We offer you the opportunity to grow professionally, develop your career with challenging projects and collaborate with talented people worldwide. As a company committed to diversity and inclusion, we encourage all professionals who meet the job description requirements to apply. Company Profile: Repsol is a globally integrated multi-energy company headquartered in Madrid, Spain. With a team of 25,000 employees across more than 20 countries, we proudly serve 24 million customers worldwide. Our diversified renewable energy portfolio totals nearly 3,700 MW of installed capacity, with a strong presence in Spain, the United States, and Chile. As part of our commitment to a more sustainable future, low-emissions generation is at the core of our strategy to achieve net-zero emissions by 2050. Repsol Renewables North America (RRNA) plays a key role in this vision, with aims to increase generation capacity between 3,000 – 4,000 MW by 2027. We are driven by innovation, collaboration, and purpose. Repsol offers a comprehensive Employee Value Proposition (EVP), including a holistic Total Rewards program that supports the wellbeing, growth, and contributions of our people. Join us in shaping the future of energy. Job Summary: An opportunity has arisen to join the M&A team at Repsol Renewables based in Houston. The Analyst role plays a key part in supporting the senior investment professionals in the firm. The core pillar of the role is to support investment transactions across the renewables business. They will support business development with fast, focused analysis and judge the right level of detail required for each decision. In addition, the Analyst will produce insightful analysis and produce clear, concise data for management reporting. Key Stakeholders: Senior Team M&A Repsol Renewables North America. CEO North America Renewables. Other Functional and Corporate Departments especially the Legal Team, Tax Team, Finance Team & the Technical Team. External parties such as banks and investment funds and other external advisers involved in a due diligence process. Person specification: The ideal candidate will have an academic background in Mathematics, Economics, Engineering, Finance or similar degrees. The role requires a proactive, inquisitive and flexible mindset. You will be part of a dynamic young team and will be given a great deal of responsibility and opportunity to develop your career over time.

Requirements

Strong academic background.
1 - 3 years of M&A financial analysis experience preferred.
Demonstrable execution and M&A experience in Renewable Energy, Infrastructure, or M&A department (either a Bank, IPP, utility or any other type of investor).
Financial Modelling Skills.
Familiarity with Microsoft Office (including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint).
Strong attention to detail and accuracy with excellent analytical skills.
Entrepreneurial mindset, proactive and flexible.
Practical and commercial approach.
Ability to manage multiple and shifting priorities.
Team player able to thrive in a cross-cultural environment.

Nice To Haves

Specific experience in the US renewable market.
Familiarity with Project Finance structures and process is a plus.
Experience in Corporate Finance / Accountancy is desirable.

Responsibilities

Prepare analysis for the acquisition/divestment of renewable energy projects based on project-specific characteristics and assumptions.
Collaborate in the periodic valuation of the Renewables portfolio, including updating analysis for the latest assumptions and running sensitivity analysis.
Assist in the preparation of investment committee presentations for new opportunities.
Preparing due diligence questions for company management and external advisors and assist in the preparation of all internal and external due diligence reports.
M&A Data room management support in investment/divestment processes.
Analyze and compare investment opportunities, utilizing discounted cash flow and multiples-based analyses.
Review and assist in the negotiation of investment legal documentation (NDAs, SPAs, SHAs, etc.).
Liaise with external advisers and intermediaries to execute M&A projects
Initial quantitative and qualitative appraisal of transactions to establish whether sectors, countries and specific deals are worth pursuing.
Research and analysis of industry information, technical and financial data.