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The Senior M&A Analyst will play a critical role in supporting the execution of mergers, acquisitions, joint ventures, partnerships, and capital investments across the company’s UK and European battery storage portfolio. The role will combine strong financial and analytical expertise with sector knowledge to drive high-quality decision-making and value creation. Working closely with the Corporate Development, Finance, and Strategy teams, the Senior M&A Analyst will provide end-to-end support on deal execution, including financial modelling, due diligence, valuations, and investment case development.

Transaction Execution

• Support the end-to-end execution of M&A, divestitures, partnerships, and investment transactions in the BESS sector.

• Assist in the preparation, review, and negotiation of commercial terms and transaction documentation in collaboration with legal advisors.

• Manage data rooms, coordinate deliverables, and ensure smooth communication between internal stakeholders and external advisors.

Financial Analysis & Valuation

• Build and maintain detailed financial models for acquisitions, partnerships, and investments.

• Conduct sensitivity analysis, scenario planning, and risk/return assessments specific to battery storage assets.

• Prepare investment papers and presentations for the executive team, investment committee, and Board.

Market & Strategic Analysis

• Conduct sector research and competitive benchmarking to identify emerging market opportunities in BESS.

• Analyse regulatory and policy developments impacting M&A opportunities.

• Support the development of long-term corporate strategy and pipeline growth initiatives.

Due Diligence

• Manage financial due diligence processes across acquisitions and partnerships.

• Coordinate with technical, legal, and commercial advisors to ensure robust assessment of risks and opportunities.

• Summarise findings and provide recommendations to senior leadership.

Stakeholder Management

• Work closely with external advisors (investment banks, consultants, technical experts, and lawyers) to support transactions.

• Collaborate with internal teams across finance, legal, and operations to ensure alignment on M&A activity.

• Assist in preparing high-quality materials for investors, lenders, and strategic partners.

Skills & Experience

• 3–6 years of experience in M&A, corporate finance, investment banking, or private equity, ideally within energy, infrastructure, or renewables.

• Strong financial modelling and valuation skills (DCF, precedent transactions, comparables, project finance).

• Demonstrated experience in transaction execution, including due diligence and negotiations support.

• Knowledge of the renewable energy sector (battery storage experience advantageous).

• Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills.

• Highly organised with strong project management capabilities.

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Engineering, or related field.

• Professional qualifications (CFA, ACA, or equivalent) preferred but not essential.