Job Description
Company Description
Statkraft is Europe’s largest generator of renewable energy from hydro, wind and solar power. We have around 6,500 employees in 20 countries. We have been making clean energy possible for over 130 years, with unrivalled expertise in supplying the world with what it needs most. We envision a world that runs entirely on renewable energy.
The business area Europe (E) is responsible for the development and ownership of hydro, wind, solar and grid services assets in Europe (excluding the Nordics).
The Investment and Execution unit currently consists of 20 employees located across Europe and is responsible for providing support related to commercial aspects of business, project and portfolio development in Europe. The unit is also responsible for investor assumption used for valuation of sell-down cases and for developing and maintaining a network, relations, and partnerships with institutional investors relevant for the Business Area.
This role will be fixed term for 12 months to cover parental leave and can be based in either the London, UK or Cork, Ireland office.
Job Description
As Investment Associate:
Business case management & analysis: Set-up the business case and financial model for various use cases, such as valuations of land lease acquisitions or M&A projects as well as for internal decision making and reporting. Be the owner of latest commercial assumptions and update those through dialogue with various internal and external stakeholders such as investors or market analysts. Update and enhance valuation tools.
Commercial structuring: Support contract negotiations for cooperation, lease or service contracts. Take a leading role in analysis of route-to-market activities through auctions or power purchase agreements (PPAs). Be the first point of contact to the development team for commercially sensitive questions.
Transaction management: Be an integral part of the transaction team, execute market screening and drafting of short and long lists, manage data room and Q&A processes for acquisition or sell-down activities, support in contract structuring and negotiations.
Qualifications
- University degree within relevant area, such as finance, economics, engineering or similar.
- Experience in valuation, M&A, commercial development functions or related fields, preferably in Renewables at a bank, advisor or developer / corporate
- Profound understanding and some experience in financial modelling and knowledge of main value drivers of renewables
- Positive attitude with an ability to work on various ad hoc projects concurrently with a demonstrated ability to manage a large workload
- Professionalism and integrity
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English. Proficiency in other main European languages would be an advantage
Additional Information
A career with Statkraft is a career filled with purpose – meaning that every employee is not just making a living, they are making a real difference to the planet, our communities, and the future. With us, you’ll shape a career that is truly forward-facing with many amazing opportunities and offerings to match. This includes:
- An opportunity to work with renewable energy and contribute to a low emission society
- Professional and personal development in an exciting global company
- A working environment characterized by competence, responsibility, innovation and a strong commercial culture
- A diverse workplace with regards to gender, age and cultural background
- Competitive terms of employment and benefit schemes
- Career and learning opportunities at various levels of the organisation
- The chance to grow your career alongside a truly global network of experts, leaders, specialists and graduates from different countries and background
- Hybrid working
Statkraft manages critical infrastructure and services in several countries. The applicant must be eligible for security clearance and authorisation.
Statkraft’s vision is to renew the way the world is powered. To navigate the complex journey ahead, we need every voice at the table. We therefore work actively to be a diverse and inclusive workplace and welcome all applicants regardless of background, gender, age, sexual orientation, religious belief, ethnicity, nationality or disability.
