Capstone
Vice President, Energy, Power & Utilities- Policy & Investment
Capstone, Houston, Texas, United States, 77246
Vice President, Energy, Power & Utilities- Policy & Investment
Capstone is seeking a highly motivated Energy Analyst with specialized expertise in electricity, power generation, and utilities policy. This individual will develop differentiated investment ideas grounded in rigorous policy and regulatory analysis. The successful candidate will regularly engage with policymakers, regulators, and industry leaders, as well as institutional investors across the U.S. energy sector.
As part of Capstone’s energy research team, you will analyze complex policy developments, evaluate their financial and strategic implications, and communicate your insights through clear, actionable investment theses. This is a unique opportunity to sit at the intersection of policy, markets, and investing, helping clients anticipate key inflection points in the evolving U.S. energy landscape.
Key Responsibilities
Conduct in-depth policy and regulatory analysis across electricity, utilities, power generation, and grid infrastructure sectors
Identify and articulate investment-relevant insights from legislative, regulatory, and market trends
Build and maintain relationships with regulators, policymakers, industry stakeholders, and investors
Develop and present equity research ideas and differentiated opinions supported by robust, data-driven analysis
Collaborate with colleagues across Capstone’s policy and research teams to provide comprehensive, cross-sector perspectives
Produce high-quality written reports, policy briefings, and client presentations
Qualifications and Attributes
Exceptional analytical and creative thinking skills
The ability to form and clearly express independent, well-supported opinions
Strong communication and interpersonal skills for client engagement
Excellent writing and presentation abilities
A proven track record of self-motivation and independent project execution
A genuine passion for connecting policy and politics with investing
Education and Experience Requirements
Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree preferred (e.g., in Public Policy, Economics, Finance, or Energy-related disciplines)
Minimum 5 years of experience in equity research, consulting, investment banking, or policy analysis, ideally within the power and utilities or energy sector
Demonstrated expertise in electricity markets, power generation (renewable and conventional), grid regulation, and energy transition policy
Must be eligible to work in the U.S. without sponsorship
Preferred Background
Familiarity with regional transmission organizations (RTOs/ISOs) and utility regulatory frameworks
Background in equity research or policy-focused financial analysis
Based in or open to relocation to Washington, D.C., New York, or Houston
Seniority Level Mid-Senior level
Employment Type Full-time
Job Function Research
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As part of Capstone’s energy research team, you will analyze complex policy developments, evaluate their financial and strategic implications, and communicate your insights through clear, actionable investment theses. This is a unique opportunity to sit at the intersection of policy, markets, and investing, helping clients anticipate key inflection points in the evolving U.S. energy landscape.
Key Responsibilities
Conduct in-depth policy and regulatory analysis across electricity, utilities, power generation, and grid infrastructure sectors
Identify and articulate investment-relevant insights from legislative, regulatory, and market trends
Build and maintain relationships with regulators, policymakers, industry stakeholders, and investors
Develop and present equity research ideas and differentiated opinions supported by robust, data-driven analysis
Collaborate with colleagues across Capstone’s policy and research teams to provide comprehensive, cross-sector perspectives
Produce high-quality written reports, policy briefings, and client presentations
Qualifications and Attributes
Exceptional analytical and creative thinking skills
The ability to form and clearly express independent, well-supported opinions
Strong communication and interpersonal skills for client engagement
Excellent writing and presentation abilities
A proven track record of self-motivation and independent project execution
A genuine passion for connecting policy and politics with investing
Education and Experience Requirements
Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree preferred (e.g., in Public Policy, Economics, Finance, or Energy-related disciplines)
Minimum 5 years of experience in equity research, consulting, investment banking, or policy analysis, ideally within the power and utilities or energy sector
Demonstrated expertise in electricity markets, power generation (renewable and conventional), grid regulation, and energy transition policy
Must be eligible to work in the U.S. without sponsorship
Preferred Background
Familiarity with regional transmission organizations (RTOs/ISOs) and utility regulatory frameworks
Background in equity research or policy-focused financial analysis
Based in or open to relocation to Washington, D.C., New York, or Houston
Seniority Level Mid-Senior level
Employment Type Full-time
Job Function Research
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