Do you have great analytical skills and a genuine interest in sustainability, finance, and investments? Do you want to work for a purpose-driven organisation? We are currently looking for an Investment Manager for our Circular Plastics Investments Team.

KIRKBI Climate addresses global climate challenges by investing in and building high-impact businesses rooted in KIRKBI’s purpose of building a better future for generations to come. KIRKBI Climate focuses on driving impact by addressing two of the biggest global climate issues of our time: Climate change and pollution from non-sustainable plastic materials. 

Global plastic consumption is on track to triple by 2060 and predominantly comes from virgin, fossil-based feedstock such as oil and gas. This trajectory exacerbates CO2e emissions and environmental pollution. The Circular Plastics team is part of KIRKBI Climate and exists to invest in businesses that develop and scale circular plastics solutions to reduce CO2e emissions and avoid virgin plastics. Our strategy focuses on investments such as plastic recycling, CO2 or bio-based plastic, and enabling equipment and technologies.

Your role

As an Investment Manager in the Circular Plastics team, you will support in identifying investment opportunities, and you will be involved in all aspects of the investment process, from research and financial modelling to supporting decision-making. Your role will also involve engaging with the existing investment portfolio. You will work in an organisation driven by purpose and well-established values, where quality, integrity and people are of utmost importance.

Acquisition work

• Identification, screening and assessment of new investment opportunities
• Undertake financial and strategic analysis and valuation modelling
• Preparation of investment proposals as well as impact, industry, market, and company research and analysis
• Engage in due diligence processes and participate in discussions to review and challenge deals with a diverse set of stakeholders
• Manage deal execution with a broad set of both internal and external stakeholders

Active ownership work

• Support impact and long-term value creation through active ownership engagement
• Collaborate with the executive management teams of our portfolio companies on corporate strategy, reporting, M&A opportunities, and sustainability strategies
• Opportunity to engage in both board- and owner-level dialogues

What sets this role apart

• Broad exposure: Gain experience with a range of investment types, from minority financial investments, fund investments and co-investments, to investments with active ownership and business building
• Unique ecosystem: Work at the centre of KIRKBI Climate’s investment organisation and tap into the global network and brand reach of the LEGO Group ecosystem
• International reach: Benefit from a high degree of international exposure and engage with top-tier investment partners, investment banks, law firms, and consultancies worldwide
• Meaningful purpose and long-term perspective: Engage with a genuinely long-term investment approach, contributing to sustainable outcomes and value creation
• High degree of responsibility: Enjoy a high degree of freedom and responsibility in your work
• Flexibility: Plan your own time and enjoy a good work-life balance

Who are we looking for

We seek candidates with a profound interest in impact investing and long-term value creation, bringing 2-3 years of experience, e.g. from roles in management consulting, private equity, investment banking, legal advisory, or corporate development/M&A.

You can also identify with the following qualifications:

• A proficient problem-solver with keen attention to detail, capable of analysing and dissecting complex financial data, conducting financial modelling, and deriving valuable insights.
• Effective time management skills, with the ability to take the initiative and deliver results in a high-autonomy environment.
• The ability to navigate complexity while communicating with clarity and simplicity, ensuring ease of understanding.
• A collaborative approach, working well with a diverse range of stakeholders and leveraging communication skills to build trusted professional relationships that realise meaningful outcomes.
• A genuine curiosity and desire to learn, actively seeking growth opportunities in KIRKBI.
• Thrive in a focused, goal-oriented environment where the team aims for high standards.
• A team-oriented mindset, contributing to a positive and engaging workplace culture.

We look for purpose-driven, ethical individuals committed to our mission. Diverse educational backgrounds are welcome, we value your experience and your potential contribution more than any specific degree.

Work location

You can be based out of our Danish offices in either Billund or Copenhagen.

What can we offer

At KIRKBI, 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’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. 

Even though we love to be physically together and enjoy coming into our beautiful offices, the flexibility of working remotely has become part of our ways of working.

Ready to join us?

If you are curious and would like to know more, you are welcome to contact Senior Investment Manager in Circular Plastics, Steffen Lundqvist, steffen.lundqvist@KIRKBIclimate.com.

You apply for the position via the button below. Remember to attach your CV and a motivated application in English.

We expect to conduct interviews during May, and we close the position once we have found the right candidate. 

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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.