Senior Financial Analyst

Investment Modelling Manager

This role is critical in supporting the transition and growth of our organization, ensuring business cases are aligned with market realities, commercial priorities, and governance requirements.

• Business Case Development & Investment Support

Lead the development of commercial business cases for new investments, projects, and strategic initiatives. Build detailed and flexible financial models to support route-to-market decisions, revenue projections, sensitivity testing, and risk analysis. Prepare high-quality investment packs and documentation for internal Stage Gate approvals and Investment Committee review. Ensure business cases meet internal governance standards and reflect the latest market and regulatory conditions.

• Market Analysis & Regulatory Updates

Monitor and analyse key developments across the Irish and EU energy markets, including regulatory changes, auction frameworks (e.g. RESS, CfDs), carbon pricing, and capacity market dynamics. Track competitor activity, market trends, and external risks/opportunities to inform strategic decisions. Provide regular updates and briefings to senior leadership and functional teams on market outlook and implications for our investment pipeline.

• External Advisor & Stakeholder Interface

Act as primary point of contact for engagement with external commercial and market advisors. Manage external inputs into market studies, commercial due diligence, and modelling support to ensure consistency and value. Coordinate delivery timelines, review outputs, and ensure alignment with internal assumptions and business needs.

• Governance & Approval Process Support

Lead the preparation of documentation required for investment governance processes, including Stage Gate reviews and Investment Committee submissions. Support responses to follow-up queries and ensure clarity of assumptions, data sources, and methodologies used. Work closely with Finance, Legal, and Commercial teams to ensure accuracy and alignment across functional inputs.

• Public Sector / State Engagement

Support the preparation and submission of business case materials for shareholder engagement. Coordinate responses to queries and provide detailed analysis as required to support public sector investment oversight. Ensure all submissions reflect the strategic fit, commercial viability, and long-term value for money of proposed investments.

• Education:

Degree in Finance, Economics, Business, Engineering, or a related discipline. Postgraduate or professional qualification (e.g. CFA, ACA, MBA) is an advantage.

• Experience:

Minimum of 5+ years' proven experience in business case development, financial modelling, or commercial strategy, ideally within the energy, infrastructure, or regulated sectors. Experience preparing investment appraisals and business cases for senior leadership or governance committees. Exposure to government-facing investment processes is highly desirable.

• Technical Skills:

Advanced financial and analytical skills, with demonstrated ability to translate complex data into actionable insights. Strong quantitative and modelling capability, with experience applying sensitivity/scenario analysis and investment evaluation techniques. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the preparation of board-level materials and presentations.

• Market & Regulatory Knowledge:

Understanding of Irish and EU energy markets, relevant policy frameworks, and regulatory bodies.

• Stakeholder Engagement:

Proven experience engaging with senior internal stakeholders and external consultants/advisors.

• Professional Memberships:

Membership of a relevant professional body (e.g. CFA Institute, Chartered Accountants Ireland, ACCA, Energy Institute) is desirable.

This role offers a unique opportunity to work in a dynamic organisation, driving business growth and expansion while contributing to the development of sustainable energy solutions.

The ideal candidate will be a self-motivated individual with excellent analytical and communication skills, able to work effectively in a fast-paced environment and collaborate with cross-functional teams.