Investment Analyst Circular Plastics, Student Worker

Do you want to work for a purpose-driven organisation - and have engaging tasks and real "on the job" training? We are currently looking for a part-time Investment Analyst for our Circular Plastics (“CP”) Investments Team.

KIRKBI Climate addresses global climate change by investing in and building high-impact businesses rooted in KIRKBI’s vision of building a better future for all children. KIRKBI Climate focuses on addressing two of the biggest global climate issues of our time: Climate change and pollution from non-sustainable plastic materials. KIRKBI Climate is owned by KIRKBI A/S, the holding company of the LEGO Group and other companies owned by the Kirk Kristiansen family.

Exposure to many aspects of circular plastics investments

The Circular Plastics Investments team is part of KIRKBI Climate and invests in companies that contribute to reducing CO2e emissions and plastic waste to create impact, while generating financial returns. This position is a great opportunity to develop your personal and professional skills-set while getting real “on-the-job” training and exposure to key investment disciplines. You will become an integral and valued member of the CP Team and work with many different aspects of circular plastics investments, in collaboration with other members of the team. You will work in an organisation driven by purpose and well-established values, where quality, integrity, and people are of utmost importance.

Your key tasks include:

• Assist on in-depth technology, company and industry analysis of potential investment opportunities.

• Work with the team to build and maintain origination, pricing and financial models to support investment decisions.

• Support the team in the preparation of materials for the KIRKBI Climate Board of Directors on new investment opportunities.

• Various ad-hoc assignments related to deal screening selection, portfolio management, and other administrative tasks.

Analytical student to engage in impact investing

You are studying finance, strategy, data science, or natural sciences and have a keen interest in impact investments. You are in your final year of your bachelor’s degree or the first year of your master’s degree with an interest in bridging your educational background with real investment experience.

Moreover, your qualifications are the following:

• You are fluent in English (written and spoken)

• You are accustomed to Microsoft Office - especially Excel and PowerPoint

• Keen interest in the investment and the sustainable materials sector

• Great analytical and financial skills

• A team-oriented coworker with a curious nature and a commitment to ongoing development

The position is 15-20 hours per week with flexibility during holiday and exam periods. Your place of work will be our Copenhagen office.

What can we offer?

At KIRKBI Climate, our emphasis is on cultivating an environment that encourages both personal and professional growth. We collaborate with openness and mutual respect across a broad span of competencies. We work actively with sustainability, diversity and inclusion, e.g., by bringing diversity of thoughts, capabilities and experiences into play. Moreover, we have a clear focus on health and well-being, offering a suite of benefits to support this.

When we hire, we look for people whose values resonate with KIRKBI Climate’s culture. We seek a diverse and engaging working environment with different skills, approaches, and backgrounds – giving all our current and future colleagues opportunities to thrive and develop in KIRKBI Climate. 

KIRKBI Student Forum

Moreover, we offer you to be part of the KIRKBI Student Forum, a team of student workers who arrange meetings, events and activities where you will have a great opportunity to engage with other students across the organisation.

Ready to join us on our journey?

If you would like to join our motivated and engaged team, please send us your complete application, including your CV, grade transcript and a short letter indicating your interest. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled with interviews being conducted on an ongoing basis.

If you have questions regarding the position, you are welcome to contact: Senior Investment Manager, Steffen Løvgreen Stjernholm: [email protected].

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About KIRKBI Climate

KIRKBI Climate is owned by KIRKBI A/S, the holding company of the LEGO Group and other companies owned by the Kirk Kristiansen family. With a purpose of building a better future for children, KIRKBI Climate addresses global climate change by building high-impact businesses focused on the energy transition, circular plastics, and land sustainability. KIRKBI Climate builds businesses based on proven and mature technologies, while also exploring and investing in emerging and promising solutions that require long-term capital to scale and make a meaningful impact on climate challenges.