Associate, Private Equity â- Full Control Mid-market Buy-out

Whilst the team currently focuses on the Healthcare and Business Services sectors, the team has ambitions to grow into new sectors and the Hiring Manager is open to candidates from any sector background.

Primary Functions and Essential Responsibilities

1. Evaluate new investment opportunities by conducting due diligence, researching industries and comparable companies, interviewing fund sponsors, and preparing financial models as part of an underwriting team.
2. Develop a network of contacts in the private equity industry through deal negotiations, due diligence activities, and attendance at industry conferences and fund sponsor annual meetings.
3. Prepare presentations to investors, firm partner group, and counterparties.
4. Support deal team in transaction management, including negotiations with sellers and execution of closings.

Qualifications

1. 2-4 years' experience in investment banking, private equity, or principal investing.
2. Successful candidates will have a proven track record of leadership skills and a strong record of academic achievement.
3. Ability to work both independently and as a productive member of transaction teams.
4. Strong financial analysis, writing, and presentation skills.
5. Bachelor's degree in finance or economics.