Investment Analyst

British Business Bank plc; South Yorkshire; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial institution in the UK seeks an Investment Analyst to join its team in Sheffield or London. This role offers the chance to engage in diverse investment activities supporting UK SMEs' access to finance. Ideal candidates will have a degree in a quantitative field, demonstrate financial understanding, and possess data analysis experience. Opportunities for professional development and flexible work arrangements are included.

Benefits

30 days annual leave plus bank holidays

15% employer pension contribution

Flexible working

Cycle to work scheme

Healthcare cash plan

Group Income Protection and life assurance

Paid voluntary days

Benefits for lifestyle needs

Qualifications

• Educated to degree level in a numerical or analytical field, preferably 2:1.
• Experience in analyzing datasets and summarizing outputs.
• Demonstrated understanding of finance and macroeconomic principles.

Responsibilities

• Develop as an investment professional with rotations across areas of Investment.
• Support UK SME businesses to access finance and fulfill growth potential.
• Engage in both direct and indirect investment and portfolio management.

Skills

Understanding of finance

Data analysis

Use of MS Office

Education

Degree level in quantitative field

Job description

Investment Analyst

Application Deadline: 3 November 2025

Department: Investment

Employment Type: Permanent

Location: Sheffield

Compensation: £30,000 (Sheffield), £35,000 (London)

Description

Location: Sheffield / London / Hybrid Working

Contract: Permanent

Hours: Full time 37.5 hours per week / flexible days and/or hours (Mon-Fri)

Salary: £30,000 (Sheffield), £35,000 (London)

THE ROLE

The British Business Bank’s Investment Business is the largest investor in UK venture and venture growth capital funds, and alongside an expanding in-house capability we currently manage £6bn of total capital, with an additional £5.5 billion to be deployed across the next few years.

This is an opportunity to join us on the next stage of this exciting journey and to contribute to a key part of the national growth agenda.

In this role, you will have the ability to develop as a investment professional, with rotations across all areas of the Investment Business over a period of time. This includes both direct (equity) and indirect (e.g. Fund-of-Funds, Funds, FinTech platforms and Angel Syndicates) investment and portfolio management across a variety of asset classes (e.g. Venture Capital, Growth and Debt) and sectors, ultimately supporting UK SME businesses to both have better access to finance and help them fulfil their growth potential.

Educated to degree level or above, (or with equivalent work experience), in a numerical or analytical based subject quantitative field, preferably (or predicted to be) at a minimum of 2:1, you will be able to demonstrate an understanding of finance and macroeconomic principles and have experience in analysing datasets and summarising outputs or conclusions. Practical experience of using MS Office software is also essential. Ideally you will also be able to demonstrate an interest in technology, venture capital or debt.

During your initial induction period you will be required to attend the office a minimum of 3 days per week to benefit personally and professionally from being present in a collaborative working environment.

The starting date for this opportunity will be September 2026

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Key Benefits

• 30 days annual leave plus bank holidays, opportunity to buy and sell up to 5 days holiday
• 15% employer pension contribution
• Flexible working
• Cycle to work scheme,
• Healthcare cash plan,
• Group Income Protection and life assurance
• Paid voluntary days, Study, maternity, paternity, adoption, and shared parental leave
• Benefits designed to suit your lifestyle - from discounts on retail and dining, to health and wellbeing, travel, and technology...and plenty more