Asset Investment Manager

Pontoon; Greater London; Remote; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Pontoon is supporting a client in recruiting an Asset Investment Manager for a 6‑month remote contract. The role focuses on developing robust investment plans aligned with strategic objectives and communicating decisions to diverse stakeholders.

The ideal candidate will translate objectives into actionable UM engineering justifications, collaborate across teams, and articulate investment narratives with clarity and impact.

Qualifications

• Strategic thinker capable of translating objectives into investment plans.
• Collaborator who builds cross‑function relationships and optimises narratives across engineering disciplines.
• Clear communicator who justifies investment decisions with stakeholder input.
• Adaptive and agile, able to balance urgent tasks with long-term goals.

Responsibilities

• Lead development of Investment documentation and justifications.
• Communicate investment decisions clearly to internal and external stakeholders.
• Collaborate across departments to strengthen investment narratives.

Skills

Strategic thinker

Strong collaborator

Clear communicator

Adaptability

Education

Engineering/science degree or numerate background

Job description

Job Title: Asset Investment Manager

Location: Remote

Contract Type: 6 months contract

About the Role

The Asset Investment Manager will play a crucial role in developing robust investment plans that support the organisation's strategic objectives. This position is integral to navigating the evolving energy landscape and ensuring that investment decisions are effectively communicated to both internal and external stakeholders.

Key Accountabilities

• Lead the development of robust Uncertainty Mechanism (UM) Engineering Justification documents, translating strategic objectives into actionable investment plans.
• Communicate investment decisions clearly and evidence-based to a diverse array of stakeholders.
• Collaborate across departments to build relationships that enhance team outputs and strengthen investment narratives.

Essential Knowledge, Skills, and Experience

• Strategic Thinker: Ability to navigate complex, conflicting requirements while providing justifications for investment decisions in a rapidly changing energy industry.
• Strong Collaborator: Proven experience in building relationships across the organisation, optimising narratives across various engineering disciplines and asset types.
• Clear Communicator: Exceptional ability to articulate and justify investment decisions, incorporating stakeholder feedback to enhance the quality of UM submissions.
• Adaptability/Agility: Capable of adjusting to shifting priorities and balancing urgent tasks with long-term objectives.

The ideal candidate will also have

• A knack for storytelling, with a passion for research and writing.
• Experience in engineering and/or asset management, with knowledge of Gas Transmission plant and equipment.
• Familiarity with regulated businesses and investment/business case development, including Cost Benefit Analysis and Whole Life Cost Analysis.
• Experience in stakeholder management and working with technical experts.

A degree or equivalent education in a relevant engineering, numerate, or science discipline is preferred but not essential.

Why This Role Matters

This role is not just about knowledge; it's about ambition and the potential to elevate the organisation's mission. The Asset Investment Manager will contribute to delivering safe, reliable services while pioneering carbon-neutral solutions for the future.

Join the Journey

If you are ready to make a significant impact in the utilities sector and drive the transition toward a sustainable energy future, this position is for you! Our client offers a vibrant work environment, a collaborative culture, and the opportunity to be at the forefront of the energy transition.