At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead investment decisions that shape the future of energy and infrastructure.
- Company: Join SSE, a leader in energy solutions with a focus on sustainability.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, performance bonuses, flexible working, and wellness perks.
- Other info: Enjoy a dynamic work environment with opportunities for growth and development.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in the energy transition while advancing your career.
- Qualifications: Experience in corporate finance, investment appraisal, or portfolio management required.
The predicted salary is between 59800 - 89800 £ per year.
Base Location: Reading - Hybrid working arrangement Salary: 59,800- 89,800 + performance-related bonus + a range of benefits to support your finances, wellbeing and family.
Permanent | Full Time | Flexible First options available Apply your investment expertise to decisions that shape SSE's future As a Senior Investment Manager, you'll sit at the heart of strategic decision-making within SSE Energy Customer Solutions (ECS), combining investment expertise, commercial insight and Financial discipline to influence how capital is deployed across a diverse portfolio of energy and infrastructure opportunities.
You'll help shape investment priorities, improve commercial decision-making and maximise value creation across the ECS portfolio.
You'll provide independent challenge, commercial leadership and investment discipline from opportunity inception through to investment approval.
What you'll be doing Lead the appraisal and evaluation of complex investment opportunities, providing recommendations that support portfolio optimisation and long-term value creation.
Develop and shape investment cases, commercial structures, partnership models, joint ventures and strategic transactions.
Assess investment, divestment and portfolio management opportunities, influencing capital allocation decisions across a diverse portfolio of infrastructure and energy projects.
Challenge business cases, commercial assumptions and financial models to ensure investment decisions are robust, evidence-based and aligned to strategic priorities.
Develop and shape investment cases, commercial structures, partnership models and joint venture arrangements for strategic projects and initiatives.
Work closely with senior leaders, project teams and finance stakeholders to drive high-quality investment decisions, strengthen commercial governance and support strategic decision-making.
What we're looking for We welcome applications from individuals with experience in corporate finance, investment appraisal, capital allocation, portfolio management, infrastructure investment or M&A gained within capital-intensive industries.
This may include experience working in, or advising clients across, sectors such as energy, utilities, infrastructure, power generation, oil and gas, transport, telecommunications, real estate or other industries where large-scale investment decisions, value creation and capital deployment are critical to business success.
Significant experience in investment appraisal, corporate finance, portfolio management, capital investment or a similar commercially focused environment.
Strong financial modelling, valuation and commercial analysis skills, with the ability to translate complex information into clear strategic recommendations for senior decision-makers.
Experience assessing investment portfolios, capital allocation decisions and value creation opportunities within large-scale or capital-intensive organisations.
An ability to evaluate risk, challenge assumptions and provide commercially sound recommendations that influence strategic investment decisions.
A strong understanding of business cases, investment structures, partnerships, joint ventures and investment governance and approval processes.
About SSESSE's purpose is to provide energy needed today while building a better world of energy for tomorrow.
We do this by developing, building, operating and investing in electricity infrastructure and businesses needed in the energy transition.
Our Transforming for Growth investment plan sees us investing 33bn in critical electricity infrastructure across the five years to 2030.
We help our customers accelerate their net zero ambitions by providing energy and low-carbon energy solutions.
These include EV hubs, solar systems, smart technologies, and heating and cooling networks.
Flexible benefits to fit your life Enjoy discounts on private healthcare and gym memberships.
Wellbeing benefits like a free online GP and 24/7 counselling service.
Interest-free loans on tech and transport season tickets, or a new bike with our Cycle to Work scheme.
As well as generous family entitlements such as maternity and adoption pay, and paternity leave.
Start your online application using the Apply Now box on this page.
We only accept applications made online.
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Senior Investment Manager (Contract) in Reading employer: Scottish and Southern Energy
SSE Thermal is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment in Perth where you can thrive as a Risk Manager. With a strong commitment to employee wellbeing, flexible working options, and a culture that promotes inclusivity and continuous improvement, SSE provides ample opportunities for professional growth while contributing to the energy transition. Enjoy competitive salaries, performance-related bonuses, and a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your financial and personal needs.
Contact Details:
Scottish and Southern Energy Recruitment Team
