Investment Associate

THE ROLE

As a key member of the International Investment Team of NextPower V, the Investment Associate will take a lead role in all areas of the M&A lifecycle, including acquisition, development, management and disposal, across the global solar energy sector. The main responsibility will be to support the Investment Vice-President and Investment Director through relevant acquisition and management activities.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

The ideal candidate will: 

• Work closely with the Transaction Team, taking ownership for leading on deals using the company’s investment models/business tools and systems.
• Prepare, brief, structure and drive extensive Due Diligence activities against strict timescales, often with multiple counterparties; be able to articulate key deal terms, assumptions and sensitivities to other colleagues as necessary, orally and in writing.
• 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 Investment Committee Papers and other presentation materials (Deal Summaries etc.) as required.
• Ownership of pipeline reporting and financial models used to assess investment opportunities in multiple jurisdictions.
• 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.
• Develop independent relationships with external brokers/agents/industry counterparts to support the collection of market intelligence and, where possible, potential deal leads.
• Other duties as assigned by Senior Management as necessary to support the business.
• Development and assist in training of junior analysts, in particular reviewing financial models and investment thesis.
• Proficiency in full suite of Microsoft Office products (Excel, PowerPoint, and Word).

SKILLS & COMPETENCIES

To be successful in this role, you will demonstrate:

• Time management & prioritization skills - things can get a little hectic, so the ability to effectively manage yourself and your workload is critical.
• Excellent communication skills (in English or/and other European languages) - you must be able to organize your thoughts in a way that others find clear and compelling. You will be expected to together well-written, grammatically correct emails and other communications. When communicating verbally – whether over the phone, on video calls, in person or in meetings – you will need to be articulate, warm and engaging.
• Flexibility - being an effective team player means being flexible in your approach and open to getting involved with new things, even if they are not spelled out in your job description.
• Intellectual Curiosity – Investment Management is a broad and nuanced field, and we are looking for someone who is truly interested in our profession and has the intellectual curiosity to delve deep into topics and bring fresh ideas into the team.
• IT Literacy - you need to be comfortable with IT systems and working with data (you should have at least intermediate-level excel).
• Delivery focus – it may sound obvious, but the ability to proactively churn through work at pace and deliver quality outputs really matters!
• Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Passion for our mission ‘to generate a more sustainable future by leading the transition to clean energy.
• Our values: be a leader, build trust, be responsible, be innovative and ‘bring your alpha’.

EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS  

• 3 – 5 years M&A with Renewable Energy, preferably solar experience;
• A strong academic record with a minimum of a Bachelor degree.
• Strong analytical financial modelling and valuation skills;
• Experience in international markets, including additional language skills;
• Ability to identify trends and give insights/recommendations for action;
• Excellent analytical skills;
• Project planning skills;

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 office at least twice a week, but you will normally be able to work remotely for the remainder of the week.
• 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. By selecting “Apply” or sending us your CV, you indicate you have read and acknowledged NextEnergy Group’s Candidate Privacy Notice.

DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION

Our approach to diversity and inclusion is a natural extension of our values. Our entrepreneurial culture inspires us to try new things, be open to different viewpoints and be bold. Our Group is committed to cultivating and preserving a culture of connectedness that values difference and gives space for individual expression. The collective sum of our individual differences, life experiences, knowledge, innovation, self-expression, and talent and hard work form the bedrock of who we are and who we aspire to be.

We are committed to equal employment and advancement opportunity irrespective of race, color, ancestry, social background, religion, gender, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability and gender identity.