Associate, Capital Markets and Formation

About Crusoe

Crusoe's mission is to accelerate the abundance of energy and intelligence. We’re crafting the engine that powers a world where people can create ambitiously with AI — without sacrificing scale, speed, or sustainability.

Be a part of the AI revolution with sustainable technology at Crusoe. Here, you'll drive meaningful innovation, make a tangible impact, and join a team that’s setting the pace for responsible, transformative cloud infrastructure.

About the Role

We are seeking a highly motivated and analytical professional to join our Corporate Finance team as an Associate, Capital Markets and Capital Formation. In this critical role, you will be effectively managing the company's financial structure by determining where we source our capital and how we strategically deploy it.

This role requires a unique blend of financial structuring expertise, capital allocation discipline, and world-class relationship management to secure and optimize the financing essential for our high-growth initiatives.

This role will be required being based in San Francisco, CA or New York, NY.

What You'll Be Working On

• Capital Formation & Transaction Execution
  • Financing Strategy: Support the development and execution of the company's capital strategy across various financing avenues, including debt facilities, asset-backed securitizations, private placements, and corporate credit lines.
  • Transaction Lead: Act as a key execution team member on new debt and equity issuances, coordinating due diligence, managing legal documentation, and overseeing the closing process.
  • Financial Modeling: Build, maintain, and stress-test complex financial models to evaluate new financing proposals, analyze pricing, and assess the impact of different capital structures on the balance sheet and overall cost of capital.
  • Market Intelligence: Monitor global debt and equity capital markets, interest rate environments, and peer company financing activity to inform and shape internal strategy.
• Relationship Management & Investor Relations
  • Create and maintain key relationships across the banking and buy-side community. Attend relevant conferences and events to establish strong ties into the capital markets. Lender and Investor Relationship Management: Cultivate and maintain strong, high-touch relationships with commercial banks, investment banks, institutional investors, credit rating agencies, and financial partners.
  • External Representation: Prepare high-quality, professional marketing materials (pitch books, deal teasers, investor presentations) to articulate the company's financial story and financing needs to external capital providers.
  • Negotiation Support: Assist senior management in term sheet negotiations and structuring discussions with capital partners.
• Internal Capital Allocation & Treasury
  • "Internal Bank" Function: Work closely with treasury and broader finance organizations in order to help manage capital flows and capital availability for new projects (e.g., Corporate Development, Operations, and Business Units) as well as understanding and evaluating internal capital requests, applying a rigorous, return-focused allocation framework.
  • Liquidity & Risk Management: Support the Treasury function by analyzing short- and long-term cash flow forecasts, monitoring liquidity levels, and managing interest rate and foreign exchange risk exposures.
  • Reporting and Research: create and distribute internal research papers for executive leadership and the Board of Directors on market activity, peer financings and their pricing, as well as important precedent transaction summaries.

A Day in the Life

A typical day for an Associate, Capital Markets and Formation at Crusoe might involve:

• Analyzing financial statements and market data to identify potential financing opportunities.
• Building and updating financial models to evaluate the impact of different capital structures.
• Preparing presentation materials for meetings with investors and lenders.
• Participating in due diligence meetings with potential financing partners.
• Monitoring news and trends in the capital markets to inform internal strategy.
• Collaborating with internal teams to manage capital flows and liquidity.

Why San Francisco or New York?

San Francisco and New York are leading financial hubs, offering access to a vast network of investors, lenders, and industry experts. These locations provide unparalleled opportunities for professional growth and development in the capital markets field. Being located in either city allows for direct interaction with key financial institutions and facilitates building strong relationships with capital providers.

Career Path

The Associate, Capital Markets and Formation role provides a strong foundation for a successful career in corporate finance. With experience and strong performance, you can advance to roles such as:

• Senior Associate, Capital Markets and Formation
• Vice President, Capital Markets and Formation
• Director, Capital Markets and Formation

Crusoe is committed to providing opportunities for its employees to grow and develop their skills, fostering a culture of continuous learning and advancement.

Salary & Benefits

Crusoe offers a competitive salary and benefits package, commensurate with experience. The estimated salary range for this position in San Francisco or New York is $120,000 - $180,000 annually. In addition to salary, Crusoe provides comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) plan with company match, generous paid time off, and professional development opportunities.

Crusoe Culture

At Crusoe, we foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and sustainability. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected. We encourage our employees to be creative, take risks, and challenge the status quo. We believe in empowering our employees to make a difference and contribute to our mission of accelerating the abundance of energy and intelligence.

How to Apply

To apply for the Associate, Capital Markets and Formation position, please submit your resume and cover letter through our online application portal. We encourage you to highlight your relevant experience, skills, and qualifications, and explain why you are interested in working at Crusoe.

FAQ

1. What is Crusoe's mission? Crusoe's mission is to accelerate the abundance of energy and intelligence.
2. Where is this position located? This position is located in San Francisco, CA or New York, NY.
3. What are the key responsibilities of this role? The key responsibilities include supporting capital formation, managing relationships with investors and lenders, and assisting with internal capital allocation and treasury management.
4. What qualifications are required for this role? A bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, or a related field, and 2-4 years of experience in investment banking, corporate finance, or a related field.
5. What is the salary range for this position? The estimated salary range for this position is $120,000 - $180,000 annually.
6. What benefits does Crusoe offer? Crusoe offers comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) plan with company match, generous paid time off, and professional development opportunities.
7. What is the career path for this role? With experience and strong performance, you can advance to roles such as Senior Associate, Vice President, and Director, Capital Markets and Formation.
8. What is Crusoe's culture like? Crusoe fosters a culture of innovation, collaboration, and sustainability.
9. How do I apply for this position? To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter through our online application portal.
10. What is the interview process like? The interview process typically involves a phone screening, followed by in-person or video interviews with members of the Corporate Finance team.