The earth needs to get back to zero. Zelestra is a purpose-driven global multi-technology company, delivering value across the entire chain to enhance competitiveness and mitigate execution risk in large-scale renewable energy projects.
Our beliefs guide us every day: do things right, take ownership, push ourselves and our clients further, get results that matter, and work together to achieve great things.
Do you want to do more than observe the energy transition in Germany — do you want to help shape it? At Zelestra you will work on projects that drive the expansion of solar, wind and storage, and see first-hand how your analyses influence real-world investment decisions.
YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES
Support the M&A team across the deal cycle (NBO to closing) for acquisitions of Wind, PV+BESS and BESS assets in Germany.
Support due diligence processes, including data room organization, tracking of workstreams, and consolidation of advisor inputs (financial, technical, legal, tax).
Assist in maintaining deal-tracking tools and internal databases.
Provide ad-hoc analytical support to the M&A teams as needed.
Assist in maintaining and sensitizing financial and valuation models (DCF, project finance, cash flow analysis).
Prepare and structure data for investment analyses, business cases, and portfolio valuations.
Help create clear, senior-management-ready presentations and investment memos in PowerPoint.
Conduct market, regulatory, and competitor research on the German renewables landscape and translate findings into concise insights.
JOB REQUIREMENTS
Ongoing Bachelor's or Master's degree in Finance, Economics, Business Administration, Engineering, or a related field, with strong academic performance.
Advanced MS Excel and PowerPoint skills, including building integrated financial models and creating clear presentations.
Solid understanding of financial modelling and valuation principles (e.g. DCF, project finance, cash flow analysis).
Strong analytical skills and structured thinking, with the ability to translate data into clear insights.
Strong interest in investments, M&A, and renewable energy markets (PV, Wind, BESS).
Previous internships in finance, M&A, project finance, consulting, or a related field are a plus.
High motivation, reliability, and attention to detail, with a proactive, hands-on mindset.
Ability to work independently while being a strong team player in a fast-paced environment.