Associate, Industry Coverage

Location

Remote (US)

Employment Type

Full time

Department

Commercial

Job Description

We’re financing the future of energy

Crux is the capital platform for the clean economy. We modernize capital raising and deployment for clean energy and critical infrastructure with solutions across advisory, investments, technology, and intelligence. Our team of 95+ is composed of experts in energy, tax, finance, government, and technology. We have raised $77 million in capital from some of the best investors, including Andreessen Horowitz, Lowercarbon Capital, New System Ventures, Overture, Ardent Venture Partners, QED, Canapi, and others. These funds are joined by strategic investors including Pattern Energy, Clearway Energy, EDF Renewables, Intersect Power, LS Power, Orsted, Hartree Partners, Liberty Mutual Strategic Ventures, MassMutual Ventures,and OMERS Ventures.

An inflection point in American energy and manufacturing

Energy demand is growing for the first time in decades,d riving an urgent need for more affordable and reliable electricity. More electricity requires new clean energy infrastructure and strong domestic supply chains for minerals and components — as well as large amounts of capital. Traditional project financing is opaque , fragmented ,and analog . At Crux , we’re changing that . Through unmatched insights and expertise , white-glove service , purpose-built tools ,and risk underwriting , we power a more prosperous , clean ,and secure energy future . We are scaling quickly and looking for team members who are eager to combine deep expertise with an AI- and tech-forward mindset.

The Opportunity

We are adding an Associate to our Industry Coverage team. Industry coverage is responsible for building relationships with and advising developers , IPPs , utilities , manufacturers ,and sponsors on capital structure & formation across debt , tax equity , tax credits and future financial products.

What You'll Do

Support senior colleague client coverage , helping with relationship-building , follow-through ,and excellent day-to-day execution .
Build relationships with working-level contacts at client organizations and develop exposure to senior stakeholders over time .
Learn and apply Crux Market Intelligence , product knowledge ,and market context to help clients understand opportunities across the clean energy capital stack .
Support execution across Crux’s capital markets and advisory products , including debt , tax credits , tax equity ,and M&A advisory mandates .
Assist with client onboarding and ongoing engagement with Crux’s software and Intelligence platforms .
Coordinate with internal product groups and partner teams to support active mandates and broader client needs .
Help prepare client-facing materials including pitch decks , market updates , buyer lists , teaser and CIM support materials , process trackers ,and financial analyses (financial models) .
Support transaction execution workstreams such as diligence coordination , process management,and outreach preparation for live mandates .
Gather and relay customer feedback to Product , Operations,and software teams to improve client workflows and Crux’s offering .
Contribute to Market Intelligence content and participate in webinars,event,sand internal knowledge-building over time .

What makes this opportunity distinctive

Opportunity to work across advisory,captial software,and intelligence in a more integrated model than traditional investment banking or project finance roles.
Exposure to senior leadership top-tier sponsors,and strategics,and a wide range of transaction types across the clean energy ecosystem.
Chance to help build Crux’s M&A advisory capability from the ground up while also developing strong client coverage instincts.
Competitive compensation flexible working culture,and a mission-driven environment focused on accelerating the energy transition.
Support the growth of a developing book of business; assist in nurturingand growing buyersandinvestors through the customer lifecycle to help scale tax credit transactionsand reach targeted outcomes.
Serve as a support resource to clients throughout the transaction lifecycle including assisting in developing strategies to meet clients needs.
Help educate buyersandinvestors on risksand assist in proactively addressing transaction issues.
Help generate new leads through conferences networking outreach,and other creative methods.
Begin building credibilityand relationships with key contacts at corporates family offices accountingand tax firms,and banks.
Help educate buyersandinvestors on the critical role of the Crux platform in tax credit transactionsand assist in demonstrating how to utilize Crux for more effectiveand efficient outcomes.

What You Bring

2–4+ years of experience in powerand utilities renewables clean energy finance infrastructure investment banking project finance or a closely related advisory role.
Exposure to transactions across some mix of debt equity M&A tax equity or tax credits with a solid understanding of how deals work even if not yet leading processes independently.
Strong financial modelingand analytical skills including experience with project cash flows valuation sensitivitiesand transaction support materials.
Experience preparing client or investor materials such as pitch books internal memos CIMs teasersand buyer or investor lists.
Strong organizational skillsand attention to detail with the abilityto manage multiple workstreamsand maintain high standardsin a fast-moving environment.
Clear writtenand verbal communication strong professional judgment anda client-service mindset.
Excitement about clean energy technology-enabled financial services,and the opportunityto help build a new M&A advisory franchise within Crux.
Willingness to travel up to 25% of the time.
FINRA SIE Series 79,and 63 or willingnessto obtain them under Crux’s broker-dealer sponsorship.

What We Bring

Backing traction & brand:

We have raised $77 million in capital from some of the best ventureand strategic investors including Andreessen Horowitz Lowercarbon Capital New System Ventures Ardent Venture Partners Pattern Clearway EDFR Intersect LS Power Orsted Hartree Partners Liberty Mutual Strategic Ventures MassMutual Ventures,and OMERS Ventures.
Have been profitableand are growing exponentially
We have closed over 130+ transactionsin just the last 2 years facilitating billionsof dollarsof capital flowing into renewables projects

Culture & working dynamic

Remote-first operating model: Work from anywherein the USand Canada or work outof our optional officesin DC (open) NYC (opening Q1’26). Optional co-working opportunitieswith co-workersin Bay Area Seattle Denver Boston LA,and beyond.
High growth & high ownership culture: We grow quickly by giving extremely talented peoplea lotof responsibility.
Best offinancial services & technology: We have brought togethera team that are expertsin clean energy finance,andthe best technologies. Use your expertise while gettingto be onthe cutting edgeof applying AIto your dayandyour clients’ experience.
Regular team offsites: We sustain culture by bringingthe entire company together3 timesa year. Individual teams may also meet up more frequently.

Benefits

Healthcare: We cover 100% of premiumsfor employeeswith a varietyof planson Aetna (nationwide)and Kaiser (WAand California)andsubsidize70%for dependents(total as agroup) if relevant.
Dental & vision: We cover 100%of premiumsfor employeesand50%for dependents(each) if relevant.
Holidays: 10 company holidays per year.
Paid time off: 20 days per year.
401k: We supporta 401k account but don't havea matching program set up at this time(typical for an early-stage startup).
Parental leave: 16 weeksfor birthing parentsand12 weeksfor non-birthing parents.

Compensation:

Total cash compensation: $150000 - $200000+, depending on years of exp.& revenue scope not inclusiveof equity value. Opportunityto exceed bonus targets basedon teamand individual performance. - Stock options ina rapidly growing company.#### Values - Care for each other: We wantto work ona team where people support each other - intheir growth intheir work,and towards our shared mission. When we do that we have fun. - Buildand improve rapidly: Wemove quickly. To do that we focus consistently ask ourselves if we are prioritizingthe right things,and execute themas best as possible. - Focus unremittingly on customers: Our first obligationis to our customersand partners,and we keep their needs frontand center ineverything we do. - Demonstrate ownership: Weare all ownersof Crux.This is our team our company our product andawe show that toeach other. - Convene a team that reflects the breadth of experiences inthe country: We're buildinga teamwith awide rangeof backgroundsanda culture where everyone can thrive.We provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants without regardto race color religion age sex national origin disability status genetics protected veteran status sexual orientation gender identity or expression or any other characteristic protectedby law.