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Cleantech Finance Specialist 80% - 100%

Emeraldtechno 1BfdddFinance
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Emerald is a globally recognized venture capital firm building a sustainable future at the crossroads of industry and technology. Founded in 2000, it is a pioneer in open innovation, providing multi-national corporations with rich deal flow and insight in the sectors and markets of tomorrow. Emerald has managed and advised assets of over €1 billion from its offices in Zurich, Toronto and Singapore. The firm is dedicated to tackling big challenges in climate change and sustainability via over 500 venture transactions and 5 third-party investment mandates, including loan guarantees to over 200 start-ups.

Since 2014, the company has managed the Technology Fund on behalf of the Swiss Federal Office for the Environment (FOEN). The Technology Fund provides loan guarantees to Swiss cleantech companies developing and commercializing innovative products in the areas of renewable energy, greenhouse gas emissions reduction and resource and energy efficiency. The Technology Fund’s portfolio currently comprises more than 125 companies, with guarantees totaling CHF 266 million (www.technologyfund.ch).

For the Management Agency of the Technology Fund, located in Zurich-Seefeld, we are looking for an entrepreneurial professional to join us as a Cleantech Finance Specialist, starting on 1 June 2027. In this role, you will be responsible for assessing loan guarantee applications and monitoring portfolio companies.
  • Bachelor/Master’s degree in Finance, Business Administration or related field
  • At least 5 years of professional experience in a comparable role in finance (banking, private equity, venture capital, corporate finance or consulting)
  • Experience in reviewing business plans of startups and SMEs with a special focus on financial planning
  • Native- level German proficiency
  • Very good English is a must, knowledge of French or Italian a plus
  • Knowledge of the cleantech industry is a significant advantage
  • Excellent project management skills
  • High level of personal motivation and work ethic
  • Ability to work independently and efficiently
  • High proficiency with MS Office including Copilot and other AI tools
  • Assess applications for loan guarantees in cooperation with technology specialists
  • Perform financial due diligence on applicant companies
  • Write guarantee applications for submission to the Guarantee Committee
  • Manage the process of guarantees to be issued
  • Perform financial monitoring of the guarantee portfolio and ensure appropriate risk management
  • Coordinate measures to prevent or mitigate losses
  • Manage cases after lenders call on the guarantee
  • Perform controlling and reporting activities to the attention of the FOEN
  • Manage relationships with lenders (banks), portfolio companies, investors
  • Assist in marketing and communication activities
  • Engage with potential applicant companies
  • Participate in the development of digital tools and efficiency-enhancing measures
  • Employee first culture
  • Public transportation coverage support
  • Monthly mobile phone allowance
  • Unlimited access to LinkedIn Learning
  • Hybrid work environment
  • Extra paid leave for volunteering, further education and special life events
  • Two weeks annually for remote work from any location
  • Annual budget to support your further education and professional development

Emerald is committed to being a diverse and inclusive company. We consider diversity and inclusion critical to our long-term success. All qualified applicants will be considered equally without regard to their gender, age, culture, nationality, ethnicity, physical abilities, political and religious beliefs, sexual orientation and other attributes.

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