Portfolio Performance Associate

Are you an ambitious self-starter and problem solver who wants to do meaningful work with entrepreneurial companies who are working to solve the world’s water challenges? Join us and play a key role in building a water-secure future!

With over $850 million in Assets Under Management, XPV Water Partners is a leading investment firm dedicated solely to making a difference in water. We manage investment capital from some of the world’s top institutional investors and partner with water-related companies to help accelerate their growth. We are committed to building partnerships that contribute to growing people, sustainable businesses, prosperous communities, and a better planet for everyone. XPV’s culture is an important differentiator and is grounded in the following core values: Walk the Talk; Attentive Urgency; Together We Win; Exhibit Curiosity; Relentless Improvement.

We are looking to add to our Portfolio Performance team with an Associate who will play a key role in supporting the growth and development of XPV’s portfolio companies. This role provides the unique opportunity to gain exposure across several industries that XPV invests in while making a meaningful contribution to the growth of XPV and its portfolio companies. You will have an opportunity to:  

• Execute on the implementation of XPV’s growth system into new portfolio companies while working with the company’s leadership team
• Support XPV’s portfolio company reporting and budget process. This includes finding and executing on opportunities to increase the process’ efficiency and effectiveness
• Play a similar role in executing on the investor reporting process for relevant portfolio companies
• Support the planning, project management and execution of portfolio company value creation projects, including identifying opportunities for growth or value-added projects

Qualifications:

• 2-4 years of experience at a consulting firm, investment firm or in business strategy
• Experience in financial analysis
• Experience in operational and business analysis
• Experience working in a fast-paced environment
• Inquisitive, with a continuous learning and improvement mindset
• Comfortable with ambiguity
• Self-starter and thrives in an entrepreneurial environment 
• Ability to build relationships with relevant stakeholders
• Able to translate a vision into process, and project manage multiple workstreams
• Excellent communication skills
• Strong analytical and strategic thinking skills
• Advanced PowerPoint and Excel skills

Interested candidates may forward a cover letter and CV to hiring@xpvwaterpartners.com.  Only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.