Investment AssociatePrincipal

Pivot HR Services is pleased to present this exciting Investment Associate/Principal opportunity on behalf of our valued client NorthX Climate Tech.

NorthX Climate Tech

Investment Associate/Principal

Office Location: Vancouver BC (Hybrid)

Position Type: Permanent Full-time

Annual Starting Salary: between $90000 - $140000

About NorthX Climate Tech

At NorthX Climate Tech we dont just fund projects - we fuel breakthroughs. Were a bold catalyst for climate action investing in the hard-tech solutions that transform industries create jobs and build a prosperous sustainable future.

Founded in 2021 with $105M in backing from the Government of BC Shell Canada and the Government of Canada were rooted in BC but driven by a global vision: scaling technologies that drive deep decarbonization and deliver lasting impact. Like the X on a map NorthX acts at that pivotal point where immense potential meets scarce capital. This is where innovation turns into real-world solutions.

The Opportunity

This is your opportunity to:

• Shape the future of clean energy by working with cutting-edge climate tech ventures.
• Be part of a fast-moving entrepreneurial team where your insights directly influence Canadas climate competitiveness.
• Grow your career at the intersection of technology finance and climate - with exposure to leading innovators industry partners and investors.

Join a fast-paced transformational organization thats helping to build a more sustainable future.

Position Overview

NorthX is seeking an Investment Associate or Principal (depending on experience) to join our investment team. This individual will play a key role in building Canadas leading climate hard tech platform.As an Investment Associate/Principal you will work across NorthXs capital pools to support and finance early-stage technologies at the forefront of decarbonization electrification and industrial transformation. Were looking for someone with strong intellectual curiosity an entrepreneurial mindset sound and independent judgement and a driven motivation to advance climate solutions.

The ideal candidate operates with urgency and takes ownership over their work proactively navigating ambiguity with confidence and is comfortable underwriting thoughtful well-reasoned risk in pursuit of transformative climate solutions.

Key Responsibilities

Deal Sourcing

• Stay abreast of market technology investment and policy trends to help shape NorthXs strategic investment priorities (e.g. decarbonization energy storage grid optimization critical minerals).
• Proactively source and evaluate early-stage hard tech companies aligned with NorthXs investment thesis.
• Build and maintain strong relationships across the industry ecosystem to enhance access to high-quality deal flow.
  

Due Diligence & Deal Execution

• Rapidly develop domain expertise in emerging sectors and lead thorough high-quality due diligence processes.
• Conduct technical financial and commercial assessments across both of NorthXs capital pools (grants and investments) leveraging external experts as needed.
• Prepare clear concise investment memos and present recommendations to the investment committee.
• Lead or support the negotiation and structuring of investment and funding agreements.

Portfolio Support

• Develop trusted value-added relationships with portfolio companies and contribute to their growth and success.
• Monitor investment performance including milestones KPIs and reporting requirements.
• Leverage networks across climate hard tech and investment ecosystems to create strategic opportunities for portfolio companies.
• Represent NorthX as a credible and engaged ambassador at industry and ecosystem events.

Core Competencies and Qualifications

• Associate: 34 years of experience in venture capital private equity investment banking or a related field.
• Principal: 5 years of experience in venture capital private equity or investment banking with demonstrated deal leadership experience.
• Bachelors degree in engineering finance or a related discipline.
• Proven track record across the full investment lifecycle including deal sourcing due diligence execution and post-investment support.
• Strong financial modelling and analytical capabilities including evaluating company projections valuation methodologies and cap table dynamics.
• Sector expertise in decarbonization clean fuels battery energy storage critical minerals processing or industrial solutions is considered an asset.
• Experience operating within a startup environment in a related field is highly valued.
• Ability to prepare and present clear concise investment materials for investment committees.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to engage effectively with diverse stakeholders including senior executives.
• High attention to detail and ability to deliver quality work under tight timelines.
• Experience using AI tools responsibly to support research due diligence and workflow efficiency.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities independently in a fast-paced lean environment.
  

What We Offer

We believe great work happens when people feel supported inspired and empowered. At NorthX youll enjoy:

• Flexible work schedule to balance life and impact.
• Hybrid work model combining the best of remote and in-person collaboration.
• Professional development funding to grow your skills and career.
• Health and wellness benefits Group RRSP program.
• Competitive compensation package.
• Networking opportunities at premier local and national climate events.
• Entrepreneurial culture collaborative environment and a team committed to making real climate impact.
  

Application Details

Pivot HR Services is pleased to lead this search on behalf of NorthX. Interested candidates are asked to submit their cover letters and resumes by 5:00pm PDT on May 28 2026. We thank you for your interest.

We greatly appreciate interest from individuals belonging to equity-seeking groups and we encourage individuals to self-identify if they wish.

We strive to ensure that our online application system and recruitment process are accessible to individuals with different abilities and we have various accommodations available if you need them. If at any point during the application and/or recruitment process you require an accommodation please do not hesitate to reach out to us at

At Pivot HR Services we use artificial intelligence to improve all of our services and recruitment AI helps us streamline the process for greater efficiency. However weve built our systems to ensure that a human always reviews AI-generated output and we never make automated hiring decisions.

Upcoming Applicant Information Session Investment Associate/Principal Opportunity

In response to the significant interest and number of inquiries regarding the Investment Associate/Principal opportunity NorthXs Chief Investment Officer Ka-Hay Law will be hosting an open information session via Microsoft Teams to provide additional context about NorthX the role and to answer candidate questions. To support candidate privacy and participation the session will be held via audio conference only.

Session Details

• Date:Thursday May 21
• Time:1:00 p.m. 1:30 p.m. PDT
  

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We ask that candidates submit questions in advance to help streamline the session. Questions can be submitted to by Wednesday May 20 at 5:00 p.m. PDT. There will also be a limited amount of time available for live questions during the call.

We look forward to connecting with interested applicants.

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Staff IC

Employment Type : Full-Time
Experience: years
Vacancy: 1
Monthly Salary Salary: 90000 - 140000