Investment Analyst
Job Title: Investment Analyst
Location: London, UK
Salary: Competitive & Candidate Dependent
About the Firm
A specialist investment firm focused on sustainable food and agribusiness is seeking to expand its London-based team. The firm invests across the food value chain, targeting companies that leverage transformative technologies and resource-efficient models. With both growth equity and venture strategies, the firm supports scalable businesses and late-stage agrifood tech ventures that address global challenges such as climate change, food security, and supply chain resilience. The team takes a hands-on approach to value creation, emphasising margin expansion, sales growth, and capital efficiency.
The Role
This is a unique opportunity for a highly motivated and analytically strong Investment Analyst to work at the intersection of sustainability and private equity. The successful candidate will support investments that are reshaping the future of food and agriculture, working closely with senior team members on financial modelling, market analysis, and strategic initiatives across portfolio companies.
Key Responsibilities
- Build and maintain detailed financial models (DCF, LBO, scenario analysis) to support investment decisions
- Conduct market research, industry mapping, and competitive analysis across the food and agribusiness sectors
- Assist in the preparation of investment committee materials, memos, and presentations
- Support due diligence processes, including commercial, financial, and ESG assessments
- Collaborate with portfolio company management teams on strategic and operational initiatives
- Track and analyse portfolio performance, KPIs, and value creation metrics
- Contribute to internal investment pipeline tracking and deal origination efforts
- Engage with external stakeholders including advisors, consultants, and co-investors
Candidate Requirements
- 2 years of experience in M&A Investment Banking
- Exceptional financial modelling and analytical skills, with the ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
- Outstanding academic background from a top-tier university
- Strong written and verbal communication skills in English
- Additional European language skills are a plus but not essential
- Strong interpersonal and stakeholder management skills
- Self-starter with the ability to work independently and collaboratively in a small, high-performing team
- Full right to work in the UK
Why Join?
- Be part of a mission-driven investment platform focused on sustainability and innovation
- Gain exposure to a diverse range of private equity and venture investments
- Work closely with experienced investors and entrepreneurs in a collaborative environment
- Competitive compensation with long-term incentive alignment through carried interest
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