Our people

Here at Octopus, we believe our people make us different. The team in Australia is led by Sam Reynolds, who has been instrumental in leading the investment of more than $3 billion in renewable energy assets in Australia, Europe and the UK.

Sam Reynolds

Managing Director of Octopus Australia

Sam has a love of travel and new experiences, and uses many of these experiences in shaping the vision for Octopus Australia. Sam has had the opportunity to work in London, Edinburgh and just about every state in Australia, including a 12 month stint on the 3.5 million acre Brunette Downs, NT cattle station as jackaroo – and has the broken ribs to show for it! As head of the company, Sam focuses on culture and ensuring the Team adopt a continuous learning philosophy.

After running the Octopus Group’s renewable energy investment team in London, Sam looks forward to Octopus leading the charge in Australia’s green energy transition and getting more and more investors into the hottest sector in the world!

Jonathan Filbey

Investment Director

While at night he’s known for owning any karaoke room he’s in, during the day Jonathan leads our efforts in developing the financial products which allow our investors to participate in Australia’s transition to green energy. Being equally versed in financial modelling, renewable asset operations and late 90s rock radio staples has made Jonathan one of the more engaging speakers at industry events where he has built a reputation for breaking down complex concepts in renewables and responsible investing informatively and humorously.

Sophie Gibbons

Head of Wholesale Distribution

While she is still new to being a mum, she has much more experience in the funds management space, having worked in funds management research and also in key account distribution. She spends the majority of her timing managing both her 6 month old son and also the wholesale distribution team at Octopus Australia. She is very passionate about seeing Australia successfully transition to a clean future and loves being able to bring the renewable investment space to wholesale investors.

Iain McClea

General Counsel

Iain joined the Australian team in 2019, having previously headed-up the legal function for Octopus Renewables in the UK. Iain is a member of the Octopus Australia investment committee and is responsible for guiding the business on legal and commercial matters. He is our resident kiwi and has aspirations to become a pro surfer, which sadly due to age and lifestyle will never be achieved. He still lives in hope!

Sonia Teitel

Investment Director

As Sonia hikes through the Australian bush admiring our green and golden landscape she is reminded why, after 15 years, she continues to love the renewable energy industry in Australia. And now takes great delight in securing strategic renewable energy projects for investment by Octopus customers.

Darren Brown

Investment Director

If Darren isn’t shooting hoops or kicking a football with his boys out in the open, you’ll find him being involved in creating deals for renewable energy projects, bringing the same enthusiasm and drive. With over 15 years’ experience across storage and transmission he brings a wealth of knowledge into the Octopus team.

Kate McClure

Commercial Asset Manager

Having joined Octopus in 2014 Kate is a long-standing member of the asset management team with over 7-years of experience in renewables. Kate is responsible the day to day running of asset management services, primarily focussing on the commercial and financial aspects, and driving our ESG/Impact strategy within investments.

In her spare time she loves spoiling her new ‘Sheepadoodle’ puppy, and was a big traveller (pre COVID).

Emily Walker

Project Development Manager

Emily joined Octopus in August 2021 bringing with her thirteen years’ experience in the development and management of renewable energy projects across the UK, Europe, Thailand and Australia. She has a deep understanding of the challenges facing large-scale projects from planning and land-related constraints through to grid connection issues and contract negotiations. Outside of the office, she can usually be found swimming, surfing or walking her dog at or around Sydney’s Eastern Beaches.

Chris Rasmussen

Investment Analyst

Resident adrenaline junkie and adventurer, Chris joined Octopus in 2020 and works across renewable energy investment opportunities and asset management. He is responsible for investment analysis, valuations, due diligence, and all things ESG and impact.

Mike Jefferies

Investment Manager

Mike is an avid golfer and loves to hack it around the course most weekends – all the gear and no idea. Having joined Octopus in 2013 Mike is a long-standing key member of the investment team with over 8-years of experience in renewables. Mike has experience across multiple technologies within renewables and has worked on over $1 billion of utility-scale renewable generation equity and debt financings across retail and institutional funds. Mike relocated from the UK to Australia in 2019 to help push the company to become a key participant in the transition of the Australian energy market.

Nick Cahill

Senior Engineer

Nick joined Octopus in 2021, making him one of our newest Octopus members! Outside of work, Nick enjoys all things technical and has hobbies in Home Automation and 3D printing. He brings a wealth of engineering experience from the Power Utilities sector. Nick provides engineering support on all aspects of the renewable project lifecycle including development, design, construction, and O&M..

James Boyle

Investment Manager

James joined Octopus in May 2021 as an investment manager responsible for the acquisition of wind, solar and BESS projects. James has worked on project acquisitions and renewable energy development across New Zealand and Australia over the past 8 years. Outside of the office he is passionate about long distance running.

Eric Caesar

General Manager – Assets

Eric, while new to Octopus as GM of Assets has 38 years of experience in Construction, Engineering and Operations, with the most recent 13 years in Renewables. He has a passion for renewables and driving for a cleaner energy future. He passion also spills over to bicycles, he loves to ride in all it forms. Mountain, gravel and road cycling are his tools of choice and always up for ride- don’t be surprised if you find him out riding around the renewable assets, explorer the trails, roads and communities!

Campbell Ross

Senior Portfolio Manager

Campbell likes charging up big hills to work off his dinner, but he’s also responsible for our fund management and operations. Campbell joined Octopus in 2017 and prior to joining the Australia team he worked in various operations and finance roles for Octopus Renewables in London.

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