Investment Analyst Hybrid role: based in Basildon, Essex (3 days office, 2 days home) Salary: Competitive Benefits Bonus If you have great analytical skills, initiative, and a determination to want to progress your career with a fast-growing, agile, and imaginative global pharma business then we want to hear from you This role would suit a recent graduate with relevant work experience gained in corporate finance or a post graduate/masters level candidate who can demonstrate exceptional critical thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making skills. Join us to help improve peoples' lives and make healthcare better for everyone Why Pharmanovia? Pharmanovia is a dynamic, fast-growing international pharmaceutical company with a portfolio of over 20 brands across more than 160 markets. Our mission is to improve patient health globally through the revitalisation of niche, tried-and-trusted medicines. Our core behaviours are: We act decisively but we never compromise on quality. We keep our promises and do as we say. We value our heritage and foster an entrepreneurial spirit. We reinvest in our future - in our products, our brands and our people. We give back to our communities. Since its inception in 2013, Pharmanovia has grown consistently year on year, focusing on delivering high-quality branded prescription medicines to patients, prescribers, and healthcare providers across the world. Our growth has enabled the company to reinvest in its products, brands, people, and to give back to its communities. A people business with a strong, supportive culture that encourages innovation and entrepreneurial spirit, our team comprises over 300 employees and 29 nationalities, operating from offices in the UK, Denmark, Netherlands, Switzerland, U.A.E., India, Singapore, Italy, Spain, and South Korea. We are an agile and imaginative global specialty pharma business and a preferred partner for innovator pharma companies, instigating a paradigm shift in the life cycle management of iconic medicines. We seek to extensively engage with clinical communities to communicate product improvements and prioritise environmental, social, and governance considerations across the business and workforce. Pharmanovia's therapeutic areas include Cardiovascular, Oncology, Endocrinology and Neurology. About the role: We are seeking a versatile, detail-oriented graduate to join our investments team, focusing on financial modelling for new M&A and licensing opportunities. This role involves cross-functional collaboration to gather insights and assumptions to evaluate value and potential risks. Main responsibilities and duties: Develop advanced proficiency in MS Excel and PowerPoint, along with a strong understanding of corporate finance principles and the pharmaceutical industry Build and maintain bespoke financial models and valuation analyses, including DCFs, LBOs, and precedent transactions for M&A, licensing, and organic growth opportunities Collaborate cross-functionally to refine modelling assumptions across various areas such as epidemiology/market share modelling, pricing and reimbursement, regulatory, product development, clinical, commercial, and operations Become proficient with databases like IQVIA and Global Data to drive commercial analysis and gain a deeper understanding of market dynamics and landscape Support financial, operational, and commercial due diligence processes, working with internal subject matter experts to incorporate key risks into valuation methodology Create key investment materials, including board papers, integration plans, pitch decks, and other supporting documents Present findings and recommendations to senior stakeholders to inform and guide strategic decision-making Prepare investment case reviews for existing projects, comparing actuals vs planned forecast and reporting on variances About you: We are also looking for: Bachelor's and /or master's degree in Finance, Mathematics, Economics, or a related quantitative field Strong knowledge of Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint, programming languages are a plus Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret and analyse complex financial and technical data Basic understanding of M&A and Licensing processes Basic understanding of pharmaceutical industry, with a willingness to develop in-depth expertise Highly detail-oriented and organized, capable of managing multiple tasks and meeting deadlines Excellent written and verbal communication in business English, with the ability to engage effectively with stakeholders at all levels and from different cultural backgrounds Great organisational and project management skills Ability to work diligently, and under pressure, to tight deadlines Team player, also able to work independently What we offer: We offer a competitive salary plus bonus and rewards package including holiday, health & wellbeing program, employee recognition awards, social events, pension scheme and hybrid working. There will be the opportunity to work on occasions from our London office. By applying for this role, your details will be sent to Ortolan People, who are engaged to provide recruitment support in processing applications. We will endeavour to respond to all applicants within three working days. Occasionally for roles with a very high volume of applicants, this may not be possible.