Impact Operations Associate

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You will work closely with the investment team to evaluate and analyse the impact of potential investments and engage directly with portfolio companies to provide support and best practices.Your insights guide the investment strategy, add value to investor relations and contribute to our thought leadership in the sector.

SET has been an early adopter of many best practices in the sector, such as integrating ESG in early stage investing and adopting an impact-linked carried interest at the fund level. We have implemented a robust methodology to support our SFDR Article 9 fund status. We are convinced that impact accountability can deliver tangible strategic value for our portfolio companies and our investors.

Working in venture capital means joining a fast-paced and dynamic work environment where no day is quite the same. This role is a great opportunity to join a frontrunner in ClimateTech and become a recognised voice in the conversation about a carbon-free energy system. You will:

• Engage in impact and sustainability due diligence for potential new investments;
• Ensure up-to-date impact & sustainability data and reporting across the portfolio;
• Work with our portfolio companies on impact and sustainability throughout the investment life cycle to implement operational improvements;
• Advance our thought-leadership by maintaining SET's knowledge and resource library on policies, templates, best practices and expertise;
• Represent SET externally at conferences and speaking engagements;
• Foster relationships with key stakeholders, including fund investors, fellow impact, investors, as well as industry forums and regulatory bodies

• At least 3-5 years relevant work experience;
• Competence in data management, research methodologies, business analytics and visualisation;
• Good understanding of impact investing practices such as SDG, SFDR, Theory of Change, and investment reporting;
• Excellent writer and outstanding communication and presentation skills in English;
• Self-directed team player who works well with a broad variety of people;
• Based in our Hamburg or Amsterdam office;
• EU Work permit

• Contribute to tackling climate change through innovation and technology;
• A unique opportunity to see your strategic insights get translated into investment actions;
• Leverage SET’s platform to engage and work with leading figures that drive change in the energy world at a global scale;
• Significant development, mentoring and personal growth opportunities;
• Startup spirit, cohesive, international team culture, and colleagues who are world experts in this sector.

Ready to join a team that is passionate about creating a robust energy system for the future? Then apply through Join and we will be in touch shortly!

We are accepting applications on a rolling basis and encourage you to apply as soon as possible. We will provide an opportunity during the process to answer any questions you may have.

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