Corporate Development Analyst

RWE Renewables, Americas; London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading renewable energy company is seeking a Market Intelligence Analyst in London. The role involves gathering market data, supporting M&A activities, and financial analysis. Ideal candidates should possess analytical and communication skills, with a proactive mindset for insights throughout the deal process.

Qualifications

• Curious, analytical mindset and strong attention to detail.
• Confidence in financial analysis and modeling.
• Excellent research and presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Gather and analyze data on markets, sectors, and companies.
• Support the end-to-end M&A process.
• Monitor execution of investment plans.

Skills

Analytical mindset

Financial analysis

Research skills

Presentation skills

Communication

Project coordination

Job description

Responsabilities
Research & Market Intelligence

• Gather and analyze data on markets, sectors, and companies using online tools, databases, and direct outreach (banks, advisors,etc.).
• Maintain and update our Corporate Development pipeline, tracking new acquisition targets and project progress.
• Build and manage detailed databases on the company's industry and transaction multiples in this sector
• Identify strategic growth opportunities aligned with the vision.
• Create compelling presentations and market studies for internal stakeholders.
• Conduct in-depth analysis of regions and sub-sectors (e.g., regulations, trends, competitors, barriers to entry)

Acquisitions & Investment Analysis

• Support the end-to-end M&A process, including LOIs, IM reviews, due diligence, structuring, negotiation, and integration planning.
• Manage the transaction data room and collaborate with external advisors and internal teams.
• Analyze financial data and build sophisticated financial models to assess acquisition impacts.
• Benchmark potential acquisitions against our existing portfolio of schools.
• Prepare high-quality investment cases for executive and board-level approval.
• Track and manage transaction budgets.

Integration & Project Monitoring

• Collaborate with Corporate Development, central support teams, and regional offices on integration planning and reporting.
• Monitor the execution of investment plans (budget vs actual vs forecast).
• Support strategic initiatives, including budgeting, long-term planning, reporting, and tax planning.
• Contribute to developing best practices in acquisition and integration processes.
• Deliver comprehensive target analyses and market studies.
• Develop a strong understanding for this particular market to support informed decision-making

What You'll Bring

• A curious, analytical mindset and strong attention to detail
• Confidence in financial analysis and modeling
• Excellent research and presentation skills
• Strong communication and project coordination abilities
• A proactive approach, ready to contribute insights and ideas throughout the deal process