Job Description

This position has been created to support Sungrow Renewables’ expansion in Spain. The M&A Associate will be a key member of the Investments & M&A team, playing a hands‑on role in executing buy‑side and sell‑side transactions, originating investment opportunities, and contributing to the company’s strategic growth.

The role focuses on execution – financial modelling, valuation, due diligence coordination, preparation of investment materials, and negotiation support. The M&A Associate will work independently, reporting directly to the M&A Manager, and will not have direct reports.

Key Responsibilities

• Execute M&A transactions – Support the full lifecycle of buy‑side and sell‑side processes, from target origination and valuation to due diligence, negotiation, and closing.
• Financial modelling & valuation – Build and review complex financial models (DCF, project finance, merger models, LBO where relevant), including sensitivity analyses, risk assessment, and value creation plans.
• Due diligence & coordination – Coordinate external advisors (legal, financial, technical) and internal teams during NBO, BO, and transaction execution stages.
• Investment materials – Prepare investment memoranda, teasers, management presentations, and approval documents for senior management and investment committees.
• Greenfield & strategic analysis – Assess greenfield development opportunities, identify key risks and value drivers, and support strategic initiatives and partnership discussions.
• Market intelligence – Build industry relationships, track market trends, and originate investment opportunities in the Spanish and European renewable energy markets.
• Support M&A Manager – Assist in portfolio management, business planning, and ad‑hoc strategic projects as required.

Skills & Qualifications

• Education – MBA or Master’s degree in Finance, Business Administration, Economics, or a related field from a recognised university.
• Experience – Top-tier firm (Investment Banking, Management Consulting (MBB), Big4, Private Equity, or similar)：At least 2 years in M&A, corporate finance, investment analysis, or corporate strategy；Other companies (corporate M&A, energy developers, etc.) ：At least 3–4 years in a similar role

Sector Expertise

• Required: Experience in the Energy or Infrastructure sector , preferably renewables (solar PV, wind, BESS, etc.).
• Required: Proven M&A due diligence experience.

Technical Skills

• Strong knowledge of valuation methodologies (FCFF, FCFE, DCF, multiples, LBO basics).
• Advanced financial modelling skills (ability to build models from scratch and review complex models).
• Solid understanding of accounting, finance, and strategic analysis .

Soft Skills & Mindset

• Handson execution attitude – willing to “roll up your sleeves” and do the work (modelling, presentations, negotiation support).
• Bright, motivated, and curious – able to learn quickly and solve problems independently.
• Strong teamwork – ability to work collaboratively with the Spanish team and Chinese headquarters.
• Excellent time management – capacity to work under minimum supervision, onsite and remotely.
• Strategic vision with high attention to detail – able to see the big picture without missing the numbers.
• Crosscultural communication – comfortable interacting with stakeholders in Europe and China.

Languages

• Fluent in English and Spanish (both business and negotiation level).
• Chinese is a plus but not required.

Values Alignment

• Stewardship, collaboration, innovation, and a spirit of excellence.

What We Offer

• Opportunity to be part of a fastgrowing global renewable energy leader.
• Exposure to highprofile M&A transactions across Europe.
• Collaborative, executionfocused environment with direct access to senior management.
• Competitive compensation package (base salary + performance bonus).
• Career development in a dynamic, international setting.