Investment Analyst

Hydrogen Equity Partners (HEP) | London | Permanent | 5 days onsite

Hydrogen Equity Partners (HEP) is a specialist private equity fund investing in companies active in the energy transition, with a focus on building a self-reinforcing ecosystem of energy producers, distributors and end users capable of delivering affordable, zero-carbon energy at scale.

HEP's portfolio spans clean technology, hydrogen, renewables, eFuels and zero-emission transport infrastructure.

This is an analyst-level role within HEP's investment team, suited to a high-potential individual with a minimum of 2 years' relevant experience, a genuine passion for the energy transition and an ambition to build a career in private equity.

Reporting to senior members of the investment team, you'll contribute to both new investment evaluation and the ongoing management of HEP's existing portfolio from day one.

• Provide analytical and administrative support across live investment processes, including new investments, follow-on transactions and divestments
• Assist in the execution of due diligence workstreams, covering financial, commercial and technical analysis under the direction of senior team members
• Prepare concise first-pass investment assessments, deal summaries, sector snapshots and company profiles evaluating fit with HEP's investment criteria
• Support the preparation of investment committee papers, transaction documentation and fundraising materials
• Help manage data room organisation, document tracking and version control throughout transaction processes
• Assist in coordinating with external advisers including legal, financial and technical consultants as directed
• Conduct primary and secondary research on energy transition technologies, market dynamics, policy developments and regulatory frameworks across HEP's target sectors
• Monitor sector news, deal flow, M&A activity and market developments on a continuous basis, flagging relevant items to the wider investment team
• Produce sector maps, company profiles, technology assessments and market landscape analyses to support the team's thematic investment work
• Provide scientific and economic input into investment strategy, bringing an analytical lens to sector trends and emerging opportunities
• Maintain and regularly update sector databases and market intelligence reference materials
• Support the investment team in building and maintaining financial models for portfolio investments, including revenue models, cost structures and scenario analysis (e.g. DCF)
• Assist in the preparation of returns analysis, sensitivity analysis and portfolio valuation updates under the direction of senior team members
• Gather and organise financial data from portfolio companies for inclusion in quarterly performance reports and Board packs
• Develop financial modelling skills progressively with mentorship from senior colleagues
• Assist in the ongoing monitoring of portfolio companies, preparing performance update summaries and tracking financial and operational KPIs against the investment case
• Support the preparation of investor reports, Board packs, investment committee papers and internal performance updates
• Engage with portfolio company management teams in a professional capacity, building relationships and supporting value creation initiatives
• Help coordinate Board meeting logistics, including preparation of materials and follow-up on action items

What We're Looking For

• Minimum 2 years' relevant professional experience, ideally within investment banking, private equity, corporate finance, transaction services, investment analysis or a related analytical environment
• Strong academic record: a degree in a numerate, scientific or economics-related discipline (minimum 2:1), with fields such as engineering, mathematics, physics, chemistry, natural sciences, economics or finance preferred
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, with demonstrable financial modelling experience (e.g. DCF, scenario analysis)
• Excellent written communication skills, with the ability to produce clear, well-structured analysis, summaries and reports with high attention to accuracy and detail
• Strong verbal communication and interpersonal skills, confident engaging professionally with colleagues, portfolio company teams and external advisers
• Demonstrable organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously, prioritise effectively and deliver to deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Knowledge of the UK energy sector, in particular cleantech, renewables and hydrogen, is desirable
• An understanding of valuation and M&A/financial markets is desirable
• Ability to work onsite in our London office 5 days per week

What You'll Get

• Up to 12% match of your pension contribution via NEST
• 30 days holiday + Bank Holidays
• Group Life Assurance at 4x your basic salary
• Income protection covering up to 70% of salary for up to 5 years
• Medical and dental insurance provided by BUPA
• Critical illness cover
• Employee Assistance Programme, available 24/7, 365 days a year
• Referral bonus
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Salary sacrifice electric car scheme
• Will writing/Power of Attorney services (available after probation)
• Retail discounts and cashback via Fizz Benefits