Analyst at SCF Partners, Aberdeen.

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Welcome Note

Thank you for your interest in SCF Partners.

We are in business to provide both capital and expertise to enable entrepreneurs and businesses to achieve their ambitions and potential. Our success is founded on the deep investing and energy sector expertise that has been accumulated since inception and our collaborative approach to managing our portfolio companies. We have completed more than 300 investments and distributed in excess of $4.5 billion to our investors, and it is our genuine desire to do the right thing by our portfolio businesses which truly differentiates us.

Headquartered in Texas, our team of 20 professionals manages in excess of $2 billion of invested and uninvested capital from our offices in Houston, Aberdeen, and Adelaide. Our strategy is to identify sectors within the energy services industry that have a positive growth outlook and work closely with entrepreneurial leaders in the field to build successful companies. Historically we focused on companies in the oil and gas sector, but more recently our investments reflect the increasing prominence of a broader mix of energy and sources including LNG, Renewables, and other technologies that contribute to the energy transition.

This role offers a unique opportunity to build a career within one of the most respected private equity firms in the world, working alongside a small group of highly successful investors and entrepreneurs. We are looking for someone who fits well in our team, who is intellectually curious, self-starting, enthusiastic and diligent, but who likes to have fun and has a good sense of humour.

We look forward to your application.

Colin Welsh, International Partner

Since 1989, SCF Partners has supported entrepreneurs and provided equity capital and strategic growth assistance to build leaders in the energy services and equipment industries. We work with great entrepreneurs and management teams and, together, build companies that are going to last and become leaders in their industry. We currently oversee in excess of $2 billion under management and have built more than 70 platform services companies, completing over 300 growth acquisitions through partnerships with energy services and equipment entrepreneurs.

We are in it for the long haul. Our financial partners share our belief that the soundest investments are those which grow steadily over time. We identify sectors that demonstrate solid, long-term growth, then partner with the best and brightest entrepreneurs and business leaders in those fields.

We positively disrupt and regenerate the industries in which we operate. SCF has a strong desire to continue to diversify our portfolio capability and coverage, and are committed to making our portfolio businesses more valuable by embracing new ways of thinking, being more collaborative with adjacent industries, remaining progressive in investment decisions and by placing more emphasis on the journey of energy transition.

Overview

SCF Partners is looking for a highly personable, astute, and dynamic individual to join their team in Aberdeen. This opportunity demands a candidate with natural curiosity particularly in relation to the evolving energy transition, and energy in general. The successful candidate will have the ability to research energy companies, technologies and markets and will have the confidence to develop a network with senior individuals in companies of interest to SCF and to be able to disseminate important information and data to the SCF team. It is critical that the candidate be able to seamlessly fit into the SCF team and understand the importance of effective communication, confidentiality, and a strong work ethic.

Key Responsibilities

  • Assist the Aberdeen team with their ongoing responsibilities and interact with the Houston team when appropriate
  • Produce timely materials and documents including financial models to a high standard for both internal and external use
  • Develop a comprehensive knowledge of the energy transition sector and the evolving technologies in it. Assist in proprietary deal sourcing which includes investment origination
  • Attend and participate in conferences, seminars, and meetings with a view to helping to keep SCF at the forefront of the energy industry
  • Coordinate and actively participate in building the firm’s network both in the UK and overseas
  • Assist in SCF’s due diligence activities
  • Assist in supporting our portfolio businesses when appropriate

This role offers an excellent opportunity for an ambitious individual. The ideal candidate will have the following personal characteristics and experience:

Preferred Experience

  • Strong academic record and relevant professional qualification (possibly a chartered accountant or engineer (possibly with an MBA or other business qualification)
  • Experience of working in a business environment, likely sitting in a professional services firm or in-house within an energy/utilities business. Experience ranging from 1 – 3 years PQE
  • Numerate, with strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities, and rigorous attention to detail and accuracy
  • Can assess situations quickly and will resolve issues confidently and decisively
  • Ability to debate and brainstorm and present concise, evidence-based conclusions
  • Intellectually curious and ambitious with a high desire to learn
  • Demonstrate strong verbal & written communication, business development and negotiation skills, and be able to prioritise and work under pressure
  • Inquisitive and proactive in learning about latest trends and sector-specific developments
  • Capable of building relationships with all stakeholders, internally and externally
  • Comfortable attending industry events and conferences and making direct contact with key intermediaries and industry experts

Personal Characteristics

  • A self-starter who is passionate about business and creating value
  • Someone with a can-do attitude and ability to adapt to their environment
  • A team player who can build personal resilience and appropriate gravitas
  • Driven and who can get things done
  • Good sense of humour and has something about them
  • Operate with integrity and has an excellent work ethic

SCF is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status or pregnancy and maternity.

Candidates wishing to apply should provide a tailored CV and covering letter. This should be addressed to [email protected] or [email protected].

Should you have any questions or wish to discuss the opportunity prior to applying, please contact Sophie Randles, Director at Livingston James on 07432 480922 or Fraser Burnett, Consultant at Rutherford Cross on 07557 020722

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The recruitment of this position is managed by Livingston James