Investment Analyst

BAT is evolving at pace into a global multi-category business. Our purpose is to create A Better Tomorrow by Building a Smokeless World. To achieve our ambition, we are looking for colleagues who are ready to join us on this journey! Tomorrow can’t wait, let’s shape it together!

British American Tobacco UK has an exciting opportunity for an Investment Analyst in London What are the key objectives and expectations from this role?  We are seeking an ambitious and motivated Investment Analyst to join our dynamic Btomorrow Ventures (BTV) team at our London headquarters (Globe House). As a key member of our investment team, you will be responsible for supporting the deal process from start to finish, including sourcing new prospects, running introduction meetings, conducting in-depth financial/technical/strategic analysis, and presenting the prospects to the Investment Committee.

Your key responsibilities will include:
Support origination activities, including conducting desktop research and attending industry events to build relationships across the start-up ecosystem and pipeline for investment opportunities.

Support the development of an internal network within BAT to source deals.

Maintain a pipeline tracker of potential investment opportunities.

Support the evaluation of deals through a process of commercial, financial and technical due diligence.

Develop templates articulating key information of proposed investments for business sponsorship.

Build financial models and use financial valuation methodologies to assess company valuation, funding requirements, and structures for potential investments. Support with the development of investment cases for opportunities to be presented to the Investment Committee and preparation of relevant Investment Committee materials.

Support with preparation of thought leadership (insights, investment thesis) materials for areas relevant to Btomorrow Ventures’ investment mandate.

Support with the monitoring of post-investment portfolio development and provide value-added help to portfolio companies.

Help with securing strategic partnerships with corporate to deliver on strategic imperative of Btomorrow Ventures.

Help secure exit opportunities for portfolio companies.

Create presentation materials for prospects and portfolio companies.

Engage in relationship building externally with other investors and investment community.

Build and champion a high-performance team, encouraging a culture of innovation, collaboration and pace.

Embrace BAT Values (Truly inclusive, Stronger together, Do the right thing, Love our consumer, Passion to win and Empowered through trust). What are we looking for? ESSENTIAL Experience, Technical / Functional / Leadership Skills Required Demonstrated interest in working with start-ups.

Financial modelling understanding.

Familiarity with VC process and key terms used in the negotiation and structuring of transactions.

Excellent analytical skills with the ability to solve challenges in a logical way.

Ability to think critically and to perform in a fast-paced environment and deliver under pressure/timelines.

Highly collaborative with the ability to work in a team-oriented mind-set.

A self-starter able to operate with limited need for close supervision or guidance.

Strong communication and interpersonal skills to build effective relationships.

Initiative-taking, proactive, and eager to take on new challenges.

Ability to act as an owner and adopt a growth mindset.

Highly collaborative and contributes to effective teamwork and culture within BTV.Education / Qualifications / Certifications Required Bachelor’s degree preferred.
1-2yrs of experience from (Corporate) Venture Capital, Investment Banking, Private Equity, Strategy Consulting.

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