Job Description

ABOUT US
Echelon Data Centres is a leading European hyperscale data centre developer, building and operating large-scale data centre and power generation infrastructure in Ireland, the UK and Continental Europe. The Company was established in 2017 and is headquartered in Dublin, Ireland. At Echelon our data centre campuses are responsibly designed, sustainably powered and will benefit from our investment in renewable and alternative power sources.
Echelon Data Centres is now seeking an Investment Analyst to join the Investment Team, based in London or Dublin. The Investment Analyst role provides an excellent opportunity to join a rapidly growing international company and will report to the Chief Investment Officer. The Investment team is responsible for debt and equity raising, capital allocation and new acquisitions. The successful candidate can expect a broad role with experience of equity investment opportunities across multiple European geographies and working with leading global banks, financing parties and equity investors in a fast moving, dynamic and success driven environment.
- Responsibilities:
Build, maintain, and enhance complex financial models to evaluate data centre developments, acquisitions, and other investment opportunities.
Support the end-to-end investment process including due diligence, site screening, commercial analysis, and preparation of internal investment committee materials.
Analyse potential new development sites, including assessing power availability, connectivity, zoning, permitting, and construction costs.
Prepare high-quality presentations and investment memos for internal and external stakeholders, including executive leadership and potential investors.
Maintain and update internal financial and operational databases to support ongoing business planning and reporting.
Support strategic initiatives, market research, and ad hoc financial analysis across the portfolio.
Collaborate cross-functionally with development, finance, legal, and operations teams.
- Skills and Experience:
1.5-3 years of experience in investment banking, private equity, corporate finance, or a similar high-paced investment environment.
Very strong financial modelling skills are required, including DCF, leveraged buyout, and sensitivity/scenario analysis.
Experience analysing infrastructure, real estate, or energy assets is advantageous; experience with digital infrastructure or data centres is a strong plus.
Track record of preparing professional-grade presentation materials (e.g., PowerPoint) for senior stakeholders.
Solid understanding of key financial and operational metrics relevant to infrastructure or real assets.
Experience with data analysis tools and research platforms is helpful.
- Competencies and Behaviours:
Strong analytical and critical thinking capabilities.
High attention to detail and strong organisational skills.
Self-starter with a proactive, problem-solving mindset.
High degree of personal responsibility and ownership.
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic, and team-oriented environment.
Commercial acumen and the ability to assess and articulate risk/reward trade-offs.
- Education and Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Business, Engineering, or a related field with minimum 2.1 grade.
Progress toward or completion of CFA, ACA, or similar professional qualification is an advantage but not required.
Echelon-DC is an inclusive organisation and we actively promote equality of opportunity for all with the right mix of talent, skills and potential. We welcome all applications from a wide range of candidates. Selection for roles will be based on individual merit alone. If you require reasonable accommodations to participate in the employee selection process, please contact Dawn Leane ( ) directly.