Role: 12 month fixed-term contract, with potential for extension
About the Green Finance Institute (GFI):
Established in 2019, the Green Finance Institute (GFI) is an independent advisor to governments and investors. It is at the forefront of shaping how finance can be used to facilitate a real economy transition, by designing, testing, and scaling financial solutions that enable capital to flow where it can deliver the greatest impact in the real economy.
The GFI delivers positive outcomes for climate and nature by aligning policy, capital and pipeline development. As a commercially focused philanthropic organisation working with governments and partnering with financial institutions, corporates, NGOs, policymakers, academics and civil society experts, the GFI has mobilised over £80bn in committed capital to date.
The GFI is headquartered in London and has a presence in eight countries including Belgium, Brazil, Denmark, Indonesia, the Philippines, Scotland, South Africa and Spain, and its missions work across the built environment, carbon dioxide removals, industrial decarbonisation, energy, transportation and nature.
What's the role?
You will apply your financial expertise to mobilise investment into clean technology sectors and nature-based solutions, helping to unlock commercially scalable solutions. This is a unique opportunity for an experienced finance professional to play a pivotal role in advancing the net-zero and nature-positive transition across the UK, EU and globally.
You will bring strong financial modelling experience gained within a financial institution, corporate or consultancy environment, alongside expertise in financial analysis, due diligence and/or deal execution. We are seeking a proactive and engaged individual with this experience and a passion for driving innovation in the energy transition.
Based within the GFI’s Financial and Investment Analysis Team, you will lead financial modelling and analysis to:
- Identify barriers to the scaling of clean technologies and nature-based projects.
- Develop solutions to de‑risk investments and accelerate deployment.
Your work will span multiple sectors, including:
- Renewable energy development in the Global South through the Global Clean Power Alliance.
- Critical infrastructure to support the energy transition including grids development, EV charging networks, and energy storage.
- The built environment, from residential decarbonisation to industrial‑scale programmes such as heat networks.
- High‑integrity nature restoration and other nature‑positive solutions.
- Hard‑to‑abate sectors such as aviation and maritime.
As an Associate, we’ll trust you to:
- Build and maintain advanced financial models for valuation, structuring and risk assessment.
- Use sensitivity and risk analysis to inform and optimise the design of financial products and structures.
- Collaborate with banks, investors, industry, and government to test and refine financing models.
- Monitor market trends, regulatory developments, and emerging financing opportunities.
- Contribute to project strategy and manage day‑to‑day delivery under senior team guidance.
- Build deep expertise in relevant sectors and contribute to policy formation that enables innovative financing models.
- Participate in external working groups, steering committees, and taskforces.
This role offers the chance to combine technical financial skills with mission‑driven impact, supporting the creation of scalable markets that accelerate the global transition.
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If this sounds like you: Please apply by submitting your CV and a short cover letter (of no more than two sides). Your cover letter should include details of:
CVs without a cover letter will not be considered. Please apply by 9am on 23rd November 2026. Please note:
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Associate - Financial and Investment Analysis in London employer: Green Finance Institute
The Green Finance Institute (GFI) is an exceptional employer, offering a unique opportunity to work at the forefront of sustainable finance in a hybrid environment that balances home-working with access to our vibrant London office. With a strong commitment to employee growth and a collaborative culture, GFI empowers its team members to drive impactful change while contributing to a mission that aligns financial solutions with climate and nature outcomes. Join us to be part of a dynamic organisation that not only values diversity but also reinvests profits to accelerate the transition to a clean and resilient economy.
