About NextStep

NextStep connects top consulting talent with high-potential opportunities through smart, AI-powered matching. We partner with ambitious companies across sectors to place experienced professionals in roles where they can have a real impact. On behalf of a client in our partner network, we are currently looking for a Financial Analyst to join their team.

About the Company

Our client is a PE-backed infrastructure investment and asset management business headquartered in London, with a portfolio of operational assets across renewable energy, transport, and utilities in the UK and Europe. Managing over £3bn in assets under management, the business is growing its Finance function to support an active acquisition pipeline and upcoming fundraise. The CFO is looking for a high-calibre analyst to join a lean, high-performing team.

The Role

As a Financial Analyst, you will support the Finance team across financial modelling, reporting, and transaction analysis. You will work closely with the CFO, FP&A lead, and deal team, producing the rigorous analysis that informs investment decisions, board presentations, and lender negotiations. This is a role for someone who wants to develop deep financial expertise in a substantive, asset-rich business.

What You'll Do

- Build and maintain complex financial models for existing portfolio assets, acquisitions, and refinancing scenarios, including DCF, LBO, and project finance structures.
- Support the preparation of monthly management accounts, board packs, and lender reporting, with clear variance commentary and performance narrative.
- Conduct sector and market analysis to support investment theses, competitive benchmarking, and strategic planning.
- Assist with due diligence processes on new acquisitions, coordinating with external advisors and internal stakeholders.
- Identify opportunities to improve financial reporting processes and automate routine analysis tasks.

What We're Looking For

- 2–4 years of experience in financial analysis, investment banking, infrastructure finance, or a top-tier strategy or financial advisory firm.
- Exceptional financial modelling skills - advanced Excel is essential; experience with project finance or infrastructure asset models is a strong advantage.
- Strong academic background, ideally in Finance, Economics, Mathematics, or Engineering.
- Highly analytical with an eye for detail and the ability to present complex information clearly.
- Genuine interest in infrastructure, energy transition, or real assets.

Compensation & Benefits

- Base salary of £55,000 – £70,000, depending on experience.
- Annual discretionary bonus.
- Pension contribution and private health cover.
- 25 days holiday and hybrid working from London (3 days in office).

How to Apply

To be considered for this role, please create your profile at getnextstep.com. Once your profile is complete, our matching system will evaluate your background against the role criteria and match you with the company if it's a strong fit. No cover letter required.

This role is listed by NextStep on behalf of our client. All applications are handled with confidentiality.