Head of Valuations

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Octopus Energy Generation is one of Europe’s leading and most experienced specialist renewable energy and energy transition investor, investing since 2010 and we currently manage investments in energy generating assets valued at nearly £7 billion.

Our energy investment, portfolio and asset management team of over 140 professionals are one of the most experienced in Europe and the team is structured to support our rapid growth ambitions and long-term ownership of energy assets.

We are committed to delivering best-in-class responsible investment activity, offering like-minded investors the means and products to invest their capital sustainably.

It is our ambition to change the entire energy lifecycle and make every green electron matter, delivering the best outcomes for customers, investors, the environment and society, accelerating the transition to net zero.

About this position:
As we continue to expand our portfolio and enhance our market presence, we are seeking a senior

and experienced individual to join the team in this exciting and impactful role.

The Head of Valuations will own our valuation strategy, methodology and policies and drive valuation

processes ensuring accuracy, efficiency and compliance. You will be part of the Funds team,

although independent of any specific fund/product, reporting directly to the Head of Funds and

Sustainability who sits on the Executive Committee.

The role will be a voting member on the Octopus Energy Generation Valuation Committee. This role would suit a Senior Manager / Director level individual who either works in another investment manager with real asset experience or someone who comes from a professional services company working in valuations looking for the next step in their exciting career.

**What you'll do**:

- **Valuation methodology and strategy**: Develop and implement robust valuation policies, models and methodologies for current assets and new investment opportunities in the energy sector to drive consistency in valuations across all products. This will include renewable and energy transition infrastructure and private equity portfolio company valuations.
- ** Market Analysis**: Conduct comprehensive market research and analysis to identify trends, opportunities, and risks in the renewable energy sector. Work alongside the investment teams and product teams to collect benchmark data to develop robust data driven proposals. Understand sector trends and changing dynamics including macro factors that need to be considered in the valuation methodology and maintain a robust valuation assumption book.
- ** Valuation oversight**: Own and lead the valuations process. Drive and oversee the valuation process for the entire portfolio, ensuring all assets are accurately valued by the fund/product teams in compliance with relevant policies, methodologies, standards, assumption books and regulations in the appropriate timelines. Look to make improvements and seek efficiencies in the established processes.
- ** Leadership and Stakeholder Management**: In leading the valuation methodology and processes, you will need to balance the needs of multiple funds/products across the business. You will drive commercially balanced valuation proposals and work closely with internal teams, including investments, funds, finance, asset management and risk management, to provide valuation insights and support strategic decision-making. You will communicate effectively to create consensus across the Product Heads / Fund Managers, Investment Committee and Valuation Committee. You will also communicate effectively with external stakeholders, including auditors, regulators, and investors, to ensure transparency and build trust. You will lead external valuation model audits and engagements with external valuers.
- ** Valuation committee**: Own the Octopus Energy Generation Valuation Committee terms of reference and associated processes ensuring a balance of voting members to provide independence and robust challenge. This committee will be the delegated Valuation Committee for AIF’s managed by the Octopus Energy Generation AIFM, as well as all other non-AIF products. Ensure appropriate papers are put forward to the Octopus Energy Generation Valuation Committee for approval. Attend and vote on valuations proposed and presented by the specific product/fund teams.
- ** Regulatory Compliance and Reporting**: Ensure all valuation activities and reports comply with applicable laws, regulations, and industry best practices. Prepare and present valuation reports to the executive team, board of directors, and investors.
- ** Independence from Investment Teams**: Maintain independence from investment teams to ensure unbiased and objective valuations. Implement policies and procedures that safeguard th