Investment Associate

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates | Posted on 06/10/2026

Elevate Partners is a boutique Search Firm dedicated to Financial Services appointments across Europe. Covering sectors such as:

• Accounting and Finance
• Asset and Wealth Management
• Aircraft Leasing
• Energy and Infrastructure
• ESG and Sustainability
• Investment Banking
• Private Equity
• Risk and Compliance

An established investment platform is seeking an Associate to support direct investments and strategic transactions across infrastructure, industrials and other key sectors.

• Evaluate new investment opportunities across infrastructure, industrial and other strategic sectors, undertaking detailed financial, commercial and strategic analysis.
• Build and review detailed financial models including valuation, returns, capital structure, financing and scenario analysis.
• Conduct company, sector and market research to assess industry dynamics, competitive positioning, growth opportunities and key investment risks.
• Support the full transaction lifecycle from initial screening and investment thesis development through due diligence, valuation, negotiation, execution and completion.
• Prepare investment memoranda, financial analysis and presentation materials for senior management and Investment Committee review.

• Approximately 2–4 years’ experience in investment banking, ideally at a bulge bracket or leading advisory firm.
• Strong financial modelling and valuation skills, with demonstrable M&A or transaction execution experience.
• Sound commercial judgement and the ability to communicate clearly with senior stakeholders.
• An opportunity to move into principal investing, with exposure to international transactions and active portfolio ownership.