Private Equity Associate

We are partnering with a leading UK mid-market private equity investor with a strong track record of backing ambitious businesses across sectors including Business Services, Healthcare, Technology, Consumer and Industrials. With a collaborative investment culture and significant capital available for deployment, the firm is seeking to add an Associate to its London-based investment team.

This is an opportunity to join a highly active investor that works closely with management teams to drive transformational growth, operational improvement and value creation across its portfolio.

As an Associate, you will play a key role across the full investment lifecycle, supporting the execution of new investments and working alongside portfolio companies to deliver strategic initiatives and growth plans.

• Evaluating potential investment opportunities across a range of sectors
• Conducting financial analysis, valuation modelling and return assessments
• Leading and coordinating due diligence work streams with external advisors
• Preparing investment committee materials and presenting findings to senior stakeholders
• Supporting transaction execution from initial screening through to completion
• Monitoring portfolio company performance and identifying value creation opportunities
• Working closely with management teams on strategic projects, acquisitions and growth initiatives
• Developing and maintaining relationships with investment banks, intermediaries and industry executives

We are interested in speaking with high-calibre candidates who possess:

• 2–5 years of experience within Investment Banking, Private Equity or Transaction Services
• Strong M&A and financial modelling capabilities
• Experience analysing and executing complex transactions
• Excellent commercial judgement and analytical skills
• Outstanding communication and stakeholder management abilities
• A proactive, entrepreneurial mindset and genuine interest in investing
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent academic achievement

• Exposure to high-quality mid-market buyout transactions
• Significant responsibility and direct interaction with senior investment professionals
• A collaborative and meritocratic team environment
• Clear progression opportunities within a growing investment platform
• Competitive compensation package including bonus and carried interest participation potential