Investment Associate

JR United Kingdom; York; Hybrid; GBP 85,000 - 98,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the renewable energy sector is seeking an Investment Associate to support its growth strategy. The role involves identifying and executing investment opportunities across the energy transition industry, collaborating closely with senior leadership, and managing the complete transaction lifecycle.

Benefits

Bonus structure

Professional development opportunities

Collaborative culture

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of experience in investment banking, private equity, or similar.
• Exposure to energy, renewables, or infrastructure sectors is desirable.
• Strong financial modelling and valuation skills (DCF, IRR, etc.).

Responsibilities

• Support end-to-end execution of investments, including due diligence.
• Research and analyze market trends in renewable energy sectors.
• Develop financial models to assess investment returns and project viability.

Skills

Financial Modelling

Analytical Skills

Problem-Solving

Communication Skills

Market Analysis

Job description

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The Green Recruitment Company is working with a large Renewable IPP recruiting for an Investment Associate, to work at the forefront of the Green Energy Transition.

Role Overview

• As an Investment Associate, you will play a critical role in supporting the company's growth by identifying, analyzing, and executing new investment opportunities.
• You will be involved across the full transaction lifecycle – from origination and due diligence to structuring, execution, and asset management – particularly within the energy transition and distributed energy sectors.
• You will work closely with the senior leadership team and other key internal stakeholders to help drive the expansion strategy.

Key Responsibilities

• Transaction Execution: Support end-to-end execution of investments, including conducting due diligence, building financial models, preparing investment memorandums, and assisting with negotiations.
• Market Analysis: Research and analyze market trends, competitor activity, and regulatory developments across renewable energy, energy storage, and e-mobility sectors.
• Financial Modelling: Develop and maintain detailed financial models to assess investment returns, project viability, and business case scenarios. • Origination Support: Assist in sourcing and evaluating new investment opportunities, working closely with external advisors, developers, and partners.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Coordinate with internal teams (technical, commercial, legal) and external advisors (banks, consultants, lawyers) during the investment process.
• Portfolio Management: Monitor the performance of existing assets and support the optimization of portfolio returns through active asset management initiatives.
• Presentation Preparation: Prepare materials for internal investment committee meetings and external presentations to potential partners or investors.
• Risk Assessment: Identify key risks associated with potential investments and assist in developing appropriate mitigation strategies.

Role Requirements:

• 2–5 years of experience in investment banking, private equity, project finance, corporate finance, or a similar environment.
• Exposure to the energy, renewables, infrastructure, or energy transition sectors is highly desirable.
• Strong financial modelling and valuation skills (DCF, IRR, sensitivities, etc.)
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Self-starter with a proactive mindset and the ability to manage multiple workstreams in a fast-paced environment.
• Passionate about the energy transition and sustainability.

The role offers a salary of £85K + bonus structure | London-based hybrid and flexible working options | Professional development and career growth opportunities |Collaborative and mission-driven culture