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Location: DC
About the job
Company Overview

Copia Power (“Copia”) is an energy transition company committed to developing, constructing and owning large-scale infrastructure assets in the U.S. Copia is actively developing more than 15 GW of renewable energy generation and storage capacity and 12 GW of data center and industrial load. Copia is backed by Carlyle, one of the world’s largest global investment firms.

At Copia, we pride ourselves on a culture where sustainability is at the heart of everything we do. We are dedicated to making a meaningful impact on the environment, and we believe that achieving this goal requires not just hard work but also enjoying the journey. Our team thrives on connectivity, fostering strong relationships across all levels of the organization. Together, we combine passion and playfulness to drive progress and make a difference.

Job Description

Copia seeks an Associate, Capital Markets with transaction experience in energy, infrastructure, or real estate. Preferred backgrounds include developers, operating companies, private equity, management consulting, or banking. The ideal candidate will be passionate about renewables and skilled in developing financial models to support and structure transactions for growing our renewable asset portfolio.

The Associate, Capital Markets will report directly to the Managing Director, Capital Markets working closely with Copia’s development, asset management, energy markets, legal, and finance teams in an individual contributor capacity.

Key Responsibilities

Support the execution and structuring of financing transactions, including construction and term debt, tax equity, corporate facilities, minority equity sales and interest rate management.
Develop and maintain comprehensive financial models for renewable energy projects, including underwriting analysis and return sensitivities.
Manage financial due diligence processes from initial discussions to closing, working closely with consultants, internal and external counsel, technical, and development teams.
Review project documentation used to support consultant reports and due diligence responses.
Coordinate deliverables and reporting across cross-functional teams in support of financial close.
Communicate professionally with diverse internal and external stakeholders, including C-level executives, financing institutions, and investors.
Support the coordination of amendments, consents, and other requests on executed financing agreements.
Work collaboratively across the business to provide financing guidance and support, including potential project acquisitions and offtake pricing with Commercial teams.

What We Look For

Ability to communicate effectively in verbal and written correspondence.
Highly driven with problem-solving abilities, integrity, and strong work ethic.
Proactive mindset with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
Ability to work effectively within a rapidly changing organization.
Demonstrated collaborative partnerships with peers, management, and vendors.
Resourcefulness and polite persistence.

Minimum Qualifications

2-4+ years of experience with a focus on project finance
1+ years of Renewable Energy experience
Bachelor’s degree in finance, Accounting, or related field; MBA or CFA is a plus
Strong understanding of renewable energy markets, solar energy technologies, and project finance principles
Proficiency and proven experience with Microsoft Office, including advanced proficiency in PowerPoint & Excel.
Ability to work in the Washington, D.C. or Salt Lake City office a minimum of 3 days per week.
Ability to travel up to 15%.
Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without employer sponsorship.

We are partnering with select search firms for this role and are not accepting inquiries or candidates from additional third-party agencies or recruiters.

Our Benefits

We work hard to embrace diversity and inclusion and encourage everyone at Copia to bring their authentic selves to work every day. We offer flexible work hours and generous benefits to all of our employees that include:

Medical, Dental & Vision coverage with no premiums
Company contribution to 401(k) plans
Annual bonus eligibility
Unlimited Paid Time Off (PTO)
Paid company holidays
Wellness and cell phone credits
Life and AD&D Insurance
Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) for community and support
Opportunities for professional development to grow and thrive within the company

About Copia: Copia Power (“Copia”), is a wholly owned portfolio company of the global investment firm, The Carlyle Group. Copia’s platform is focused on developing, owning, and operating utility-scale sustainable infrastructure in the United States. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. For more information, visit www.copiapower.com .

At Copia, we value diversity and are an equal opportunity employer by choice. We consider all qualified applicants equally for employment & do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, protected veteran status, religion, physical or mental disability, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation.

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

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