Investment Associate - Leading European Mid-Market Private Equity Firm London

About the Company

A prestigious European private equity firm is seeking a high-calibre Investment Associate to join its London office. With a proven track record of executing transformational investments across multiple sectors and geographies, the firm specialises in majority-stake mid-market investments across Europe.

About the Role

As an Investment Associate, you will be an integral part of a high-performing team, actively involved across the full investment lifecycle - from origination to execution and post-deal value creation.

Responsibilities

• Deal Sourcing & Evaluation: Assist in the identification and initial screening of new investment opportunities, develop investment theses, and conduct detailed market, industry and competitor analysis.
• Financial Modelling & Valuation: Build and maintain sophisticated financial models, perform valuation analyses (LBO, DCF, trading comparables and precedent transactions), and conduct scenario and sensitivity analysis.
• Due Diligence & Deal Execution: Lead key workstreams throughout the due diligence process, coordinate external advisors, prepare investment committee materials, and support negotiations through to successful completion.
• Portfolio Company Support: Work closely with management teams to monitor performance, support strategic initiatives, and drive value creation across the portfolio.
• Stakeholder & Internal Communications: Prepare board papers, investment updates and presentations for senior stakeholders, while liaising with advisors, consultants, lenders and co-investors.

Qualifications

• A minimum of one year's private equity experience gained within a lower mid-market or mid-market private equity fund, with demonstrable involvement in successful transactions.
• Previous Investment Banking or M&A advisory experience prior to moving into private equity.
• Advanced financial modelling and valuation skills, including LBO modelling.
• Strong understanding of the full investment lifecycle, from origination and execution through to portfolio management and value creation.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to thrive in a collaborative, entrepreneurial and high-performance environment.

Required Skills

• Fluency in English is essential, with fluency in one or more additional European languages highly desirable, particularly French, German, Dutch or Polish.

Preferred Skills

• Highly desirable: Fluency in one or more additional European languages highly desirable, particularly French, German, Dutch or Polish.

Pay range and compensation package

The firm offers a highly competitive compensation package, including an excellent salary, bonus, comprehensive benefits and participation in the firm's carry scheme.

Equal Opportunity Statement

The firm is committed to diversity and inclusivity.