As part of our UK and European BESS investment team, you will support the origination, evaluation and execution of energy storage investment opportunities, with a particular focus on standalone and co-located BESS projects. Working closely with colleagues across Development, EPC, Finance, Legal, Tax and Strategy functions in both Europe and China, you will play a key role in transaction execution, due diligence, financial analysis and preparation of investment recommendations. This role offers exposure to a broad range of energy storage investments across the UK and Europe, supporting transactions from origination through to closing and portfolio transition. The successful candidate will gain experience across complex cross-border transactions, sophisticated financial analysis and direct interaction with senior stakeholders, developers, lenders and advisers. Support the identification and screening of new BESS investment opportunities through developers, brokers, internal teams and direct market outreach. Conduct market and regulatory research on the UK and European energy storage sector, including power markets, ancillary services, capacity market mechanisms and emerging policy developments. Review project opportunities against the company’s investment strategy, target returns and risk parameters. Financial Analysis & Valuation Prepare initial investment summaries and recommendation materials for internal discussion. Perform valuation analysis, including discounted cash flow, comparable transaction and sensitivity analysis. Analyse project assumptions, revenue drivers, downside scenarios and investment risks. Support preparation of internal approval papers, investment committee materials and management presentations. Coordinate and support the due diligence process across technical, legal, financial, tax, ESG, land, permitting and grid workstreams. Manage data room setup, document organisation and information requests. Coordinate with external advisers, including legal, technical, commercial and tax advisers. Maintain due diligence trackers, issue logs, transaction timetables and risk registers. Support the negotiation of transaction documentation, including SPA, SHA and ancillary agreements, in close coordination with Legal and senior transaction team members. Prepare mark-ups, track redlines, maintain key commercial issue lists and coordinate internal comments. Support the review of key project agreements, including EPC, O&M, LTSA, land lease, grid connection and route-to-market agreements. Prepare regular transaction updates and risk reports for senior management. Coordinate with EPC and technical teams to assess project readiness, commissioning status and construction-related risks. Collaborate with Finance, Legal, Tax, ESG and Strategy teams throughout the transaction process. 5–8 years in renewable energy M&A, project finance, transaction advisory, infrastructure investment or related field. ~ Experience supporting transactions involving renewable energy or infrastructure assets, ideally including BESS, solar or wind. ~ Understanding of UK and European regulatory frameworks applicable to standalone and co-located BESS projects. Strong financial modelling and valuation skills, with advanced Excel capability. Solid understanding of project finance and cash flow-based valuation methodologies. Understanding of key project contracts, including EPC, O&M, land lease and grid connection agreements. Strong analytical, organizational and project management skills. Demonstrable experience in leading deal and asset management teams, with a strong commercial mindset. Sound knowledge of the full investment life cycle, from origination and acquisition through to asset management and exit. Breadth of knowledge across private equity, infrastructure and energy markets, particularly across mainland Europe. Commercially focused, with demonstrable investment acumen and excellent relationship-building skills. Pay range and compensation package Willingness to travel regularly between China and the UK / Europe. We are committed to diversity and inclusivity.
M&a Analyst / Associate in England
