Uniper is investing €8bn to ensure security of energy supply whilst delivering on ambitious decarbonisation goals. As part of the Valuation Team within our Finance function you will support the investment appraisal process and help Uniper decide where and when it should make those investments to best meet its strategic objectives.
We are Uniper
At Uniper, we are pro-actively transforming the world of energy whilst at the same time ensuring security of energy supply. As an internationally operating company, we work in very diverse teams with the greatest possible working time flexibility for our employees. Our corporate culture is characterized by equal opportunities, mutual appreciation, and respect. With us, you will be able to develop new business models, work on technological solutions for a modern, sustainable, and future-oriented energy supply as well as pro-actively help to shape changes. Interested? Then we will look forward to meeting you!
Your responsibilities
Uniper is investing €8bn to ensure security of energy supply whilst delivering on ambitious decarbonisation goals. As part of the Valuation Team within our Finance function you will support the investment appraisal process and help Uniper decide where and when it should make those investments to best meet its strategic objectives. We are looking for an undergraudate to join us on a 48-52 week placement, starting in Summer/Sept 2025
The Valuation team is responsible for the appraisal process for major investments into UK energy assets.
The successful candidate will undertake the typical tasks as outlined below:
Support the team in building the business case for investment decision, challenging the underlying assumptions through stakeholder engagement and developing financial models
Reviewing the key value drivers that drive the profitability of projects in energy markets
You will undertake scenario analysis and help identify the impact of risks and opportunities on valuation metrics
You will support, organise and prepare presentations of financial modelling results to internal stakeholders
We would also like you to help us develop standardisation of modelling tools and implement recommendations on best practice
You will gain invaluable experience by modelling several investment cases, attending stakeholder meetings and presenting the results
Please note that we will provide training and support on achieving the above tasks.
Your profile
Essential
Current students who are required to undertake a year in industry as part of their degree programme
This placement will suit students studying either other relevant degree
The role will be based in the Birmingham office along with the occasional trip to our Head Office in Dusseldorf.
Problem solving skills and open-minded with a positive attitude
Desirable:
Some knowledge of the energy industry would be desirable but is not essential
Proficiency in MS Office programs (Excel, PowerPoint)
Your qualities
At Uniper, we not only reward our employees with attractive salaries, an excellent company pension and health related benefits for their hard work and dedication to shaping the future energy transition. You can also expect a supportive working culture that offers a wide range of creative and innovative ideas. We enable various flexible working arrangements, whilst also supporting with home office equipment.
Through regular training and workshops, together we work towards visualising yourself in our company as if it were your own. We support you in highlighting your individual potential, achieving your personal goals, and reaching your ambitions. We invite you to become part of our diverse company with international colleagues from more than 80 countries. As an employer, Uniper has committed itself to providing special support to certain areas:
Competitive salary
Personal development and Learning opportunities
Enhanced company pension – With up to 12% company contributions
26 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays
Electric vehicle charging at our sites
In house Occupational Health Services
Company funded Private Medical Insurance including free GP service
Performance related benefits
Access to a range of flexible benefits such as Share Incentive Plan, Dental, Critical Illness and Life Insurance, Cycle2Work or buy and sell extra holiday
Future career opportunities (UK & International) with a strong focus on Diversity Equity and Inclusion
Our employees are the reason for our success. Therefore, you will find many other benefits at the local level to help you reach your potential. Energy evolutionary wanted!
Your contact
Should you have any questions about this opportunity, please contact ResourcingUK(at)uniper.energy
Please note, any CV’s sent via email would not be taken into consideration. All CV’s must be submitted via the online application process only.
Job information
Contract type:
Working Hours:
Start Date: Summer/September 2025
Deadline: 31.12.2024
Salary: £25,000
As an employer, Uniper is committed to diversity and equal opportunities. Therefore, we encourage applications from suitably qualified individuals whose capabilities match the role requirements regardless of gender, origin, disability, age, religion, ideology, sexual identity or marital status. We live inclusion and support flexible working.
