Finance Earth is the UK’s leading environmental impact investment advisor and an FCA-regulated investment manager, working in partnership with a range of organisations to protect and restore the natural environment utilising market-based mechanisms. We design and implement bespoke financing solutions and develop high-impact investments that mobilise investment for nature, climate and communities. We are an employee-owned social enterprise and have advised on over 150 projects, operate in more than 40 countries, and have mobilised more than £100 million for environmental impact.
We are a recognised leader in the UK’s emerging ‘nature markets’, supporting the Government’s aims to scale private investment into nature recovery in England to at least £500 million a year by 2027, and over £1 billion by 2030. We are also an experienced impact fund manager, having designed, raised and managed several impact funds to date, including Community Owned Renewable Energy (“CORE”), a £50 million fund raised in 2017 that invested in community solar farms, successfully exited in 2023 generating commercial-level returns alongside a projected £20 million in local community benefits. We are the manager of the UK Nature Impact Fund, an innovative blended finance vehicle targeting commercial-level returns from high-impact investments into nature-based solutions (NbS) initially across England.
We have a growing international presence, including: delivering the UK Government-backed Carbon Accelerator Programme for the Environment (CAPE) in partnership with FSD Africa; launching the Blue Catalyst Fund with Fair Carbon Foundation; managing our Fisheries Improvement Fund; and implementing multi-year advisory and capacity-building programmes across regions such as the South-West Indian Ocean and the UK Overseas Territories.
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We are looking to recruit an Associate to help our growing environmental impact investment advisory and fund management team. The role offers the chance to work with market-leading clients on the cutting edge of the emerging conservation investment market in the UK and internationally, and to become a recognised expert in the field.
The Associate will contribute to and lead a range of projects, which may include:
Developing a range of natural capital investment projects and opportunities, covering:
- Review and assessment of natural capital revenue and investment model opportunities
- Preparing business plans and financial models
- Preparing investor pitchbooks
- Developing impact measurement and reporting strategies
- Carrying out industry research on environmental markets
Contributing to our mission by:
- Identifying and pitching for new opportunities
- Creating publications to highlight key sectors / investment themes
- Attending industry events and developing a network of contacts
You will have three to five or more years’ work experience in one or more of: corporate finance, investment banking, accountancy, venture capital, private equity, management consultancy, advisory and/or project management.
It is essential that you can demonstrate experience of and an interest in the wider environmental and conservation finance sector.
Personal attributes that we are looking for include:
- Enthusiastic self-starter and strong team player
- A willingness to present ideas to peers and senior colleagues
- Excellent communication and relationship building capabilities, and an adaptable style
- Ability to operate in a dynamic working environment, handling multiple tasks and deadlines
- Highly committed individual looking to take ownership of projects and to create meaningful value for the long term
- Energetic with the ability to work well independently where required
Specific skills, competencies and experience that we are looking for include:
- Business planning, analysis and commercial development
- Financial modelling and sensitivity analysis
- Structuring and executing financial transactions
- An understanding of the business advisory and capital raising arena
- Experience working with the environmental sector and/or charities and social enterprises
- Experience of structuring and executing financial transactions for small and medium-sized businesses
- Well-developed analytical skills including the ability to assimilate complex information, identify and prioritise key issues
- Strong skills across project management and client relationship management, research and presentation, structured problem solving, business coaching and mentoring
- Proficient writing capability and presentation skills
- Strong IT skills, proficient in Microsoft Office
We do not expect candidates to possess all of these skills and competencies; importantly, what we are looking for is someone who can creatively show how their skills and experience could be adapted to fit this profile, if/where there are gaps. Technical financial experience is essential.
Our people are our business; we work hard to ensure that they have fulfilling careers and a good work-life balance. We encourage training to make sure our people are equipped to do their jobs to the best of their abilities and offer flexible working and generous holidays so that staff can both meet client expectations and personal goals.
As a market leader, the talent and passion of our people is critical to our success. Together, we share a common set of values rooted in integrity, excellence and strong team ethic. Finance Earth can provide a superior experience for building and maintaining a professional career in finance – a place for people to learn, achieve and grow whilst delivering work that is highly impactful and beneficial for our planet. A philosophy that balances personal lifestyles, perspectives and needs is an important part of our culture.
- Base salary of £44,000 – £55,000 per annum (dependent on experience)
- Up to 20% of salary discretionary bonus and Christmas bonus (up to £1,000)
- Opportunity to become a shareholder after 12 months with a potential dividend allowance
- 25 days’ holiday plus English bank holidays, 2-3 days at Christmas, and up to 5 additional ‘length of service’ days (pro-rata)
- Potential for hybrid and flexible working
- Generous training and development budgets
- Private medical insurance, Group life insurance, and 3% pension contribution
- Monthly team socials
If you think that you are the right person for this important role in our business, please submit your application by Sunday, 3rd May, by clicking this link: https://app.beapplied.com/apply/xludqjnhhr
As part of the application process, you will be asked to answer some questions and to upload a comprehensive CV. If you have any questions about the role or how to apply, please click the “Email us” link below.
Only applications submitted via the link above will be reviewed for this role.
Finance Earth is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where individuals are supported to reach their full potential and are recruited, developed and progressed based on skills and talent.
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