Assistant Director - Private Investment

National Wealth Fund; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 90,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

The National Wealth Fund is seeking an Assistant Director - Private Investment to lead the execution of complex financing transactions across debt, equity and guarantees. The role involves supporting Directors, analysing opportunities, negotiating documentation and guiding due diligence and investment approvals.

Hybrid work with a Leeds office at least three days a week. You will build relationships with investors, developers, banks and government partners while mentoring junior team members and

Qualifications

• Proven experience in complex financing/investment roles.
• Strong financial modelling and market terms understanding.
• Excellent negotiation and due diligence capabilities.
• Ability to build stakeholder relationships.
• Strong written and presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Support Directors in investor engagement and investment opportunities.
• Originate and screen projects; prepare IC papers.
• Structure financing solutions using debt, equity and guarantees.
• Lead deal teams in structuring, negotiations, due diligence.
• Collaborate across teams and build external relationships.
• Mentor junior team members.

Skills

Financing experience

Investment analysis

Negotiation skills

Financial modelling

Stakeholder management

Due diligence

Communication skills

Job description

Shape the Future with the National Wealth Fund

At the National Wealth Fund, our mission is to swiftly and effectively mobilise trusted sector insights and investment expertise to unlock billions in private finance for projects across the United Kingdom. Providing £27.8bn of capital and an expanded mandate, we are ready to help the market invest with confidence, continue to drive forward the Government's growth ambitions.

We are looking for skilled and results oriented individuals who are motivated to help us build the National Wealth Fund into an industry-leading institution.

Job Purpose

An Assistant Director - Private Investment in the Investment & Advisory Team will focus on the execution of complex, bespoke transactions deploying debt, equity and guarantees.

The role involves supporting Directors, deputising as necessary, in analysing investment opportunities, collaborating with co-investors, negotiating documentation and driving the due diligence and investment approval processes. The role holder will act as an ambassador for the National Wealth Fund.

Location: Hybrid working with a minimum of 3 days per week in the Leeds office Deadline to Apply: 9th September 2026. Early submission is encouraged, and applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis.

Core Responsibilities

• Market Engagement: Support Directors in engaging with investors, developers, banks, and industry to enhance the profile of the National Wealth Fund. Attend industry events and roundtables and proactively generate new investment opportunities.
• Originate and Screen Projects: Assist in identifying and evaluating potential projects. Prepare Investment Committee papers commenting on commercial viability, impact and policy credentials.
• Develop Strategic Solutions: Utilise the full product suite, including debt, equity, and guarantees, to deliver financing solutions aligned with the organisation’s strategic objectives.
• Deal Team Participation: Work as a proactive member of deal teams, leading day-to-day on structuring, negotiation, and due diligence processes.
• Internal Collaboration: Work collaboratively to share expertise, contribute to sector strategies, and assess the suitability of prospective deals.
• Build External Relationships: Develop positive working relationships with external stakeholders, including government departments, similar arms-length bodies, investors, advisers, and project sponsors.
• Lead and Mentor: Act as a role model and mentor for junior team members, fostering a culture of knowledge sharing and continuous learning.

Knowledge, Skills & Experience

• Career Experience: Proven experience in complex financing/investment roles, including lending, investment, advisory, or asset management.
• Technical Knowledge: Deep understanding of market terms, demonstrating strong financial acumen.
• Commercial Insight: Commercially astute with evidence of negotiation skills from involvement in complex transactions.
• Analytical and Modelling Skills: Strong analytical and numeracy skills, including advanced financial modelling.
• Relationship Building: Confident in building and maintaining relationships with a diverse range of internal and external stakeholders.
• Due Diligence Expertise: Proficient in understanding and analysing complex information and data as part of the due diligence process.
• Communication Skills: Excellent presentation and communication skills, including strong written and report writing abilities.

A career with us offers a unique opportunity to make a lasting impact and work on cutting-edge technologies that will drive the UK’s future. We value diversity in our people and inclusion is at the heart of what we do.

We offer competitive benefits and unique learning opportunities from combining both private and public sector skills and experience.

Please note, referencing and background checks are carried out for all roles here at the National Wealth Fund.