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Growth Equity Investing at Astanor:

Astanor aims to foster a transformative agrifood ecosystem, addressing climate change, biodiversity loss, and the well-being of humanity and the planet. The vision is an agrifood system capable of supporting a global population of 10 billion, while also regenerating natural resources and aiding in decarbonisation.

The Astanor Growth Fund (AG I) is positioned uniquely to fill the growth capital gap in the bioeconomy and guide winning ventures to their next growth stages. Astanor's proposition on growth equity encompasses an investment thesis focused on backing companies that alleviate the strain on nature including resources management, energy transition, and clean tech sectors. AG I will focus on sustainable food and agriculture, green chemicals, biotech and materials, sustainable food and materials production, agrifood digital platforms and software, circular systems, waste management, and regenerative agriculture.

The min. targeted fund size for AG I is €500m, with a target portfolio of 10-12 companies. Headquartered in Paris, this fund will be global in its investment strategy but with the majority of participations expected in Europe.

As we continue to grow and expand our impact, we are seeking a highly motivated Senior Associate to join our Paris-based team and help shape the firm’s next chapter of success.

Key Responsibilities:

Investment Strategy and Execution

• Participate to the sourcing of high-potential investment opportunities in agrifood tech across Europe and globally, leveraging Astanor’s established network and reputation.
• Conduct rigorous due diligence, including business model evaluation, financial analysis, and impact assessment, with a focus on innovation and scalability.
• Build detailed financial models and valuation frameworks to assess investment opportunities.
• Negotiate and structure deals, ensuring alignment with Astanor’s financial and impact objectives.

Portfolio Management

• Partner with the management of portfolio companies to drive operational growth, strategic decision-making, and the achievement of key performance indicators (KPIs), including measurable impact outcomes.
• Provide strategic support to founders and management teams, helping them scale their businesses while staying true to their mission.
• Monitor and report on the financial and impact performance of portfolio companies, ensuring alignment with Astanor’s values and goals.

Fundraising

• Contribute to Astanor’s fundraising efforts by engaging with existing and prospective investors, preparing fund materials, and articulating the firm’s impact-driven vision.
• Act as a key member of the team, driving initiatives to strengthen Astanor’s brand awareness, culture and operational excellence.

Qualifications:

• Experience:
• Min. 8 years of experience in private equity, venture capital, investment banking, or strategy consulting, ideally with exposure to clean tech, sustainability, or related sectors.
• Demonstrated track record in leading investments, managing transactions, and working directly with entrepreneurial teams.
• Skills:
• Strong financial acumen, with expertise in financial modeling, valuation, and deal structuring.
• Exceptional relationship-building and communication skills, capable of engaging founders, partners, and investors.
• A strategic mindset with the ability to evaluate both financial and impact metrics and integrate them into investment decision-making.
• Education:
• Degree in finance, economics, engineering or a related field.
• Language Skills:
• Fluency in English is required; fluency in French is strongly preferred, given Astanor’s Paris-based location and European focus.
• A 3^rd European language is a plus.
• Mission-Aligned:
• A deep commitment to sustainable food systems, climate resilience, and positive environmental and social outcomes.

Why Join Astanor?

• Impact at Scale: Contribute to transforming global food systems by helping build innovative businesses that are solving critical challenges for people and the planet, creating measurable change in food and agriculture.
• Global Reach with Local Roots: Work from our Paris headquarters while engaging with a global network of entrepreneurs and partners.
• Leadership Role: Take on a pivotal role in shaping AG I’s portfolio, strategy, and impact.
• Collaborative Culture: Join a dynamic team of experts committed to excellence, collaboration, and delivering meaningful results.

How to Apply:

Interested candidates should submit their resume and a cover letter detailing their experience and passion for agrifood tech and impact investing.