Analyst – BW ESS, German Projects (Zurich)

About the role

BW ESS, a global energy storage owner-operator, is looking for an Analyst in Zurich to support its German battery energy storage system (BESS) projects. The role covers financial modelling, project and market analysis, investment materials and direct support to live negotiations, with a focus on the German market and exposure across the wider BW ESS portfolio.

Key responsibilities

• Build and maintain project models and assess valuations, returns, sensitivities and risks
• Evaluate project feasibility and performance across commercial, technical, regulatory and market dimensions, with a strong understanding of the German power market
• Produce analysis, reports and presentations that turn complex data into decision-ready recommendations
• Support commercial negotiations with development partners, suppliers, financial institutions and technical, legal and market advisors
• Work with internal and external stakeholders to analyse project performance and recommend improvements

Required profile

• Background in investment banking, consultancy, infrastructure, energy, project finance or a similar analytical commercial environment
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in Finance, Economics, Engineering, Business, Mathematics or a related field
• Professional fluency in German and English, with German skills sufficient to work with German-market materials and counterparts
• Experience or demonstrated interest in energy, renewable energy, infrastructure or power markets; exposure to BESS, power markets or infrastructure transactions; experience in the German market

Required skills

• Data analysis, financial modelling and report preparation
• Strong proficiency with Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint
• Knowledge of project finance and investment analysis
• Strong analytical and problem-solving ability, excellent written and verbal communication, and ability to work independently and in teams
• Interest in using AI tools responsibly and effectively