Director, M A
1st Avenue PowerLos Angeles, California
Full Time
Posted July 16, 2025
$190k - $218k
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Job Description
The Director of Mergers & Acquisitions at 1st Avenue Power is responsible for leading all M&A activities, including sourcing, evaluating, negotiating, and executing solar renewable energy transactions, to support the company's growth and strategic objectives in the clean energy sector.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and execute the company's M&A strategy aligned with corporate goals
- Identify and source potential acquisition opportunities, joint ventures, and strategic partnerships in the solar and renewable energy sectors
- Conduct financial analysis, valuation, and risk assessment for M&A opportunities
- Lead due diligence processes, assessing financial, legal, operational, and commercial aspects of targets
- Negotiate transaction terms and develop transaction structures to align with company objectives
- Oversee the execution of M&A transactions and support post-merger integration efforts
- Advise executive leadership on M&A decisions and strategic initiatives
- Manage and mentor a team of analysts and junior professionals in M&A activities
- Monitor industry trends, market conditions, and emerging technologies to inform M&A strategy
- Provide insights for long-term strategic planning and business development in renewable energy markets
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Business Administration, or a related field.
- MBA or a Master's degree in Finance or a relevant field is strongly preferred.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in mergers and acquisitions, investment banking, corporate development, or private equity, with a focus on the renewable energy, infrastructure, or energy sectors.
- Proven track record in successfully executing M A transactions, including sourcing, negotiating, and closing deals.
- Strong understanding of the solar and renewable energy market, business models, and regulatory frameworks.
- Deep knowledge of financial modeling, valuation, due diligence, and transaction structuring.
- Excellent negotiation and communication skills, with the ability to present complex ideas clearly to senior executives, stakeholders, and potential partners.
- Strong business acumen, strategic thinking, and problem-solving skills.
- Experience with post-merger integration and understanding of operational synergies and value creation post-transaction.
- Ability to lead cross-functional teams and collaborate effectively with legal, finance, operations, and senior management teams.
Benefits & Perks
Competitive compensation salary range of $190,000 to $218,000 USD
Health insurance coverage with 100% of employee premiums paid under a Gold-level PPO plan
Dental and vision insurance with 50% of employee premiums covered
Retirement plan with a 6% employer match on 401(k) contributions
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