Investment Lead (x2 Roles)

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Great British Energy is looking for a Supply Chain Investment Lead to join our Supply Chain Team. This role will play a key part in contributing to projects, objectives, and wider organisational goals.

Location: Aberdeen (also open to applicants based in Edinburgh; advertised separately on LinkedIn).

Key Responsibilities

  • Manage delivery and project management of supply chain investments
  • Lead engagement with companies to screen initial investment propositions
  • Support commercial negotiations and lead on the production of supporting materials to drive the decision‑making process through GBE and government – including DESNZ and HMT
  • Engage across the DESNZ, GBE and public financing ecosystem to develop relationships and identify investment opportunities
  • Prepare briefings, analysis, and documentation for senior leaders
  • Engage and coordinate with stakeholders across government and industry
  • Support on the design of the Investment fund and wider strategy for GBE’s supply chain team
  • Lead discrete workstreams and potential line management of Band B Investment Support Officers

Qualifications and Experience

  • Experience delivering commercial agreements with the private sector
  • Experience in structuring and managing investments or other financial transactions, for example within but not limited to equity investments, concessional finance or debt financing
  • Excellent communication, analytical, and organisational skills
  • Confidence managing stakeholders and multiple priorities
  • Good team‑working and leadership potential
  • Ability to work under pressure and adapt quickly
  • Knowledge of UK energy sector or supply chain investment
  • Familiarity with legal or financial documents, experience of commercial negotiations, or leading/managing due diligence or valuations
  • Experience of financial modelling, either building or analysing models to assess investment scenarios
  • Experience supporting or managing staff
  • Awareness of industrial strategy or net zero policy
  • Recognised financial qualifications, e.g. CFA or equivalent experience

Personal Qualities

  • Takes ownership, shows confidence in decision‑making, and is willing to challenge constructively
  • Focuses on delivering meaningful outcomes and making a positive, lasting impact
  • Works collaboratively, valuing different perspectives and building inclusive relationships
  • Proactive and adaptable, with a curiosity to explore new ideas and improve ways of working
  • Resilient and resourceful in a fast‑paced environment

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Company: Great British Energy
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Location: Scotland
Job Description:

Great British Energy is looking for a Supply Chain Investment Lead to join our Supply Chain Team. This role will play a key part in contributing to projects, objectives, and wider organisational goals.

Location: Aberdeen (also open to applicants based in Edinburgh; advertised separately on LinkedIn).

Key Responsibilities

  • Manage delivery and project management of supply chain investments
  • Lead engagement with companies to screen initial investment propositions
  • Support commercial negotiations and lead on the production of supporting materials to drive the decision‑making process through GBE and government – including DESNZ and HMT
  • Engage across the DESNZ, GBE and public financing ecosystem to develop relationships and identify investment opportunities
  • Prepare briefings, analysis, and documentation for senior leaders
  • Engage and coordinate with stakeholders across government and industry
  • Support on the design of the Investment fund and wider strategy for GBE’s supply chain team
  • Lead discrete workstreams and potential line management of Band B Investment Support Officers

Qualifications and Experience

  • Experience delivering commercial agreements with the private sector
  • Experience in structuring and managing investments or other financial transactions, for example within but not limited to equity investments, concessional finance or debt financing
  • Excellent communication, analytical, and organisational skills
  • Confidence managing stakeholders and multiple priorities
  • Good team‑working and leadership potential
  • Ability to work under pressure and adapt quickly
  • Knowledge of UK energy sector or supply chain investment
  • Familiarity with legal or financial documents, experience of commercial negotiations, or leading/managing due diligence or valuations
  • Experience of financial modelling, either building or analysing models to assess investment scenarios
  • Experience supporting or managing staff
  • Awareness of industrial strategy or net zero policy
  • Recognised financial qualifications, e.g. CFA or equivalent experience

Personal Qualities

  • Takes ownership, shows confidence in decision‑making, and is willing to challenge constructively
  • Focuses on delivering meaningful outcomes and making a positive, lasting impact
  • Works collaboratively, valuing different perspectives and building inclusive relationships
  • Proactive and adaptable, with a curiosity to explore new ideas and improve ways of working
  • Resilient and resourceful in a fast‑paced environment

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Posted: May 15th, 2026