Investment Analyst

Selby Jennings; City Of London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Une société d'investissement spécialisée recherche un Analyste d'Investissement motivé pour travailler à Londres. Le candidat sélectionné soutiendra des investissements transformant le secteur de la nourriture et de l'agriculture à travers la modélisation financière et l'analyse de marché dans un environnement collaboratif axé sur la durabilité.

Benefits

Compensation compétitive avec incitation à long terme

Exposition à un éventail diversifié d'investissements privés

Travail collaboratif avec des investisseurs expérimentés

Qualifications

• 2 années d'expérience en M&A Investment Banking.
• Compétences exceptionnelles en modélisation financière et analyse.
• Excellentes compétences en communication écrite et verbale en anglais.

Responsibilities

• Construire et maintenir des modèles financiers détaillés.
• Effectuer des recherches de marché et des analyses concurrentielles.
• Supporter les processus de diligence raisonnable.

Skills

Financial Modelling

Market Analysis

Analytical Skills

Stakeholder Management

Communication Skills

Education

Top-tier university degree

Job description

Job Title: Investment Analyst
Location: London, UK
Salary: Competitive & Candidate Dependent

About the Firm

A specialist investment firm focused on sustainable food and agribusiness is seeking to expand its London-based team. The firm invests across the food value chain, targeting companies that leverage transformative technologies and resource-efficient models. With both growth equity and venture strategies, the firm supports scalable businesses and late-stage agrifood tech ventures that address global challenges such as climate change, food security, and supply chain resilience. The team takes a hands-on approach to value creation, emphasising margin expansion, sales growth, and capital efficiency.

The Role

This is a unique opportunity for a highly motivated and analytically strong Investment Analyst to work at the intersection of sustainability and private equity. The successful candidate will support investments that are reshaping the future of food and agriculture, working closely with senior team members on financial modelling, market analysis, and strategic initiatives across portfolio companies.

Key Responsibilities

• Build and maintain detailed financial models (DCF, LBO, scenario analysis) to support investment decisions
• Conduct market research, industry mapping, and competitive analysis across the food and agribusiness sectors
• Assist in the preparation of investment committee materials, memos, and presentations
• Support due diligence processes, including commercial, financial, and ESG assessments
• Collaborate with portfolio company management teams on strategic and operational initiatives
• Track and analyse portfolio performance, KPIs, and value creation metrics
• Contribute to internal investment pipeline tracking and deal origination efforts
• Engage with external stakeholders including advisors, consultants, and co-investors
  
  

Candidate Requirements

• 2 years of experience in M&A Investment Banking
• Exceptional financial modelling and analytical skills, with the ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
• Outstanding academic background from a top-tier university
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English
• Additional European language skills are a plus but not essential
• Strong interpersonal and stakeholder management skills
• Self-starter with the ability to work independently and collaboratively in a small, high-performing team
• Full right to work in the UK
  
  

Why Join?

• Be part of a mission-driven investment platform focused on sustainability and innovation
• Gain exposure to a diverse range of private equity and venture investments
• Work closely with experienced investors and entrepreneurs in a collaborative environment
• Competitive compensation with long-term incentive alignment through carried interest