Investment Associate - 6 Month FTC

About the opportunity:

Looking to accelerate your career in a high‑impact investment role within one of the UK’s most exciting growth sectors? OWGP (Offshore Wind Growth Partnership) is expanding as it becomes the Industrial Growth Plan (IGP) Delivery Body — and we’re looking for an Investment Associate who’s ready to play a key part in shaping the future of the UK offshore wind supply chain.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an aspiring investment professional with strong analytical skills, a grounding in financial modelling, and a passion for UK industrial growth. You’ll join a highly collaborative, mission‑driven organisation making a tangible impact on innovation, jobs and economic value across the UK.

What you’ll be doing:

As part of the Investments Team, you’ll support the full lifecycle of evaluating and managing offshore wind supply chain funding proposals. Your role will include:

Due Diligence & Account Management

• Acting as the main point of contact for companies undergoing the OWGP due diligence process.
• Preparing summary papers for the Preliminary Investment Committee, outlining proposal quality and identifying DD requirements.
• Coordinating internal and external due diligence workstreams and managing supporting documentation (checklists, Q&A, DD information lists).
  

Financial & Commercial Analysis

• Carrying out internal financial, commercial and market‑based due diligence on a wide range of supply chain propositions.
• Building, reviewing, and upgrading financial models for internal use and project evaluations.
  

Portfolio Reporting & Forecasting

• Supporting the creation of reporting frameworks and forecasting tools used for internal management and OWGP Board updates.
  

Cross‑functional Collaboration

• Working closely with colleagues across the organisation to ensure investments support the goals of the Industrial Growth Plan.

Who we are looking for:

• 2 years’ experience in financial analysis, corporate finance, investment, or a closely related discipline.
• Strong financial modelling capability.
• Understanding of financial statements and due diligence processes.
• Degree in finance, economics, or a technical/scientific discipline followed by experience in financial services or investment work.
• Clear, confident communication and stakeholder engagement skills.

If you have the right attributes, skillset and feel you will be able to add value, then what are you waiting for…hit that apply button to find out more!