Financial Modeller

THE ROLE

As a key member of the Investment Management team, you will take a lead role in the development and operation of financial tools to analyse opportunities in the solar energy and battery storage sectors across several jurisdictions. You will be responsible for the valuation of NextEnergy’s OECD-focused investment funds (NPIII, NPV), including quarterly update of the fund/transaction models and presentation of the valuation to key stakeholders.

As an integral member of the Investment Management team, you will also contribute to all areas of the M&A lifecycle for investment and financing activities, which will allow for accelerated progression towards a lead investment management role if this direction is sought.

This is an excellent opportunity to gain exposure to a dynamic and rapidly growing renewable energy sector. The role demands an interest in learning more about this industry and contributing to NextEnergy’s mission towards a more sustainable future.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Reporting to the Investment Director, this role will include supporting across the following areas:

• Ownership of the various financial models, including quarterly valuation updates and presentation of results to various levels of management;
• Develop and maintain new financial models/business tools for investment and financing transactions in new jurisdictions and ;
• Lead the evaluation and support the management of new investment opportunities;
• Work closely with the M&A team to prepare, brief, structure and drive extensive due diligence activities;
• Take a proactive approach to understanding key deal drivers and be prepared to offer suggestions for improvement and enhancement of returns, risk mitigation and the continual development of the acquisition process;
• Ownership for the preparation and finalisation of IC Papers and marketing materials used for financing, co-investments or sell side processes;
• Become a student of the industry; collect and analyse macro/micro data on an ongoing basis to broaden market knowledge and enhance corporate decision-making.

SKILLS & COMPETENCIES

To be successful in this role, you will demonstrate:

• Share our passion and mission of ‘generating a more sustainable future by leading the transition to clean energy’
• Have strong analytical, financial modelling and valuation skills, preferably with some knowledge of Visual Basic and experience with Tax equity modeling is a plus;
• Have the ability to identify trends and give insights/recommendations for action;
• Be a committed team player with ability to work on own initiative and under pressure;
• Have excellent interpersonal and communication skills – both written and verbal;
• Be able to manage large volumes of information and distil the salient facts into a summary format;
• Have the ability to develop relationships and positively influence key internal and external customers and stakeholders;
• Have proficient project planning and self-management skills;
• Have an ability to adapt to and manage frequently changing priorities;

EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS 

• 3-5 year financial modelling experience preferably within a Big four or Advisory boutique;
• Existing infrastructure asset valuation experience (preferably solar and/or battery storage);
• Have a strong academic record with a degree qualification from a top-tier institution in engineering or finance;
• CFA/ACCA or similar financial qualifications and/or previous experience in transaction advisory/accounting would be advantageous.

 WHAT WE OFFER

• A busy role in a supportive team, with plenty of opportunities to learn
• International scope – we operate in over 8 countries
• Hybrid working – we will need you in the central London (Mayfair) office at least twice a week, but you will normally be able to work remotely for the remainder of the week
• 30 days’ holiday per year (3 of which are taken during the festive shutdown in December)
• Private pension
• BUPA Healthcare for you and qualifying dependents
• Cycle to work and electric vehicle leasing schemes
• Annual discretionary bonus.

HOW TO APPLY

If you are interested in this opportunity, please follow the link to apply or send your application to careers@nextenergygroup.com. If you have been shortlisted for the next stage, we will be in contact within 14 days. 

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