Investment Analyst

ppJoin to apply for the bInvestment Analyst /b role at bSosteneo Infrastructure Partners /b /p pAn investment manager established in 2022 with a specialist focus on greenfield energy transition infrastructure and two locations across Milan and Sydney. /p pFounded by senior executives from the renewable energy and funds management industries in partnership with a leading global insurance company headquartered in Europe, the founding partners bring together over 55 years of aggregate investment experience in energy transition infrastructure across a range of technologies, geographies, and industrial partners. /p pbOur purpose /b /p pWe accelerate the transition to clean energy by investing in the best greenfield projects. /p pbOur vision /b /p pTo be the manager of choice in energy transition infrastructure investments. /p h3Job Role: Investment Analyst /h3 h3Key Responsibilities /h3 ul libOpportunity Assessment Valuation: /b Collaborate with the investment team to identify and evaluate new investment opportunities in the sustainable infrastructure sector, spanning multiple technologies and across various European countries. /li libFinancial Modeling: /b Build and interpret complex financial models, including discounted cash flow (DCF) analysis, sensitivity analysis, and scenario planning. /li libDue Diligence: /b Participate in comprehensive due diligence processes (technical, financial, legal, tax, accounting, market and ESG) to assess investment risks and opportunities. /li libBusiness Case Preparation: /b Develop and present comprehensive business cases for potential investments, including the preparation of high-quality decks and supporting materials for the Investment Committee and Board decision‐making processes. /li libStakeholder Engagement: /b Liaise with internal and external stakeholders—including technical advisors, legal counsel, and project partners—to facilitate smooth transaction execution and project delivery. /li libProject Execution Monitoring: /b Support project execution, monitor project performance, and supervise operational activities to ensure alignment with investment objectives. /li libAsset Disposal Analysis: /b Analyze and support the process of asset disposal when required. /li libMarket Research Trend Analysis: /b Conduct ongoing research into market trends, regulatory developments, and emerging technologies in the sustainable infrastructure sector. /li /ul h3Activities connected to the role (day‑to‑day) /h3 ul libPipeline screening pre‑diligence: /b Review teasers, NDAs, and initial project information; run quick screens to assess fit with the fund’s strategy and risk/return profile; prepare opportunity notes for the Investment Team. /li libFinancial model ownership: /b Build, maintain, and version‑control DCF models; refresh assumptions (capex/opex, tariffs, merchant curves), and run sensitivity/scenario analysis to support valuation and decision‑making. /li libRisk analysis: /b Support risk assessment and updates, also through regular update of the internal platforms and regular interaction with CRO’s team. /li libInvestment case materials: /b Draft Investment Committee and Board memos and slide decks summarizing the business case, key risks/mitigants, returns, and proposed structure; incorporate stakeholder feedback and secure approvals. /li libDue diligence coordination: /b Set up and manage the deal QA log; coordinate technical, financial, legal, tax, commercial, and market workstreams; track deliverables and findings; organize site visits and expert sessions. /li libFinancing support: /b Prepare lender packs and model outputs; respond to bank/investor QA; contribute to covenant analysis and financing scenarios across debt, mezzanine, and equity structures. /li libTransaction execution closing: /b Maintain timetables, manage data rooms, liaise with external counsel on CP checklists and term sheets, and support closing documentation and sign‑offs. /li libProject monitoring operations interface: /b Track construction/operations KPIs, analyze variances versus budget, escalate issues, and work with partners/operators to implement corrective actions. /li libMarket regulatory watch: /b Monitor policy, grid, and pricing developments in target markets; maintain internal trackers on auctions, subsidies, and permitting timelines. /li libESG impact analytics: /b Support sustainability KPI definition, data collection, and impact narratives for investments; coordinate inputs for internal/external reporting (e.g., responsible investment frameworks). /li libExit readiness asset disposal: /b Map potential buyer universe, support vendor due diligence, prepare information materials, and contribute to valuation ranges and deal positioning. /li libCross‑functional collaboration: /b Facilitate smooth handoffs between investment, finance, and operations; foster constructive teamwork and accountability across the deal cycle. /li libProcess discipline innovation: /b Apply a disciplined approach to risk management while proposing innovative solutions and structures that enhance returns in an evolving market. /li /ul h3Requirements /h3 ul li1‑3 years experience in a similar role in renewable infrastructure related market. /li liStrong competencies in financial modelling and due diligence processes; good understanding of project finance structures and financing mechanisms, including debt, mezzanine and equity financing; developing project execution and operations management skills. /li liKnowledge of one or more core technologies in the target portfolio in the European Market. /li liStrategic thinking skills and strong commercial acumen. /li liDedication and reliability, ability to work effectively in a team environment and collaborate with other professionals. /li liFluent in English and competent in Italian. /li /ul h3Other info /h3 pAs a start‑up organization, you will be working in a fast‑moving environment, where some of what we have outlined above may change as the team grows and changes. /p pThis role is also a hands‑on one, requiring the successful person to find a balance between analysis and insights and “doing the doing work”. /p h3Seniority level /h3 ul liEntry level /li /ul h3Employment type /h3 ul liFull‑time /li /ul h3Job function /h3 ul liFinance and Sales /li /ul pReferrals increase your chances of interviewing at Sosteneo Infrastructure Partners by 2x. /p /p #J-18808-Ljbffr