Senior Analyst / Junior Associate Private Equity Investing

E Fundresearch; Greater London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - GBP 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global investment firm in London is seeking a Senior Analyst / Junior Associate in Private Equity Investing. This role involves evaluating investment opportunities, performing due diligence, and building relationships with management teams. Ideal candidates will have at least 2 years of relevant experience and a strong analytical background. This position offers the chance to work in a dynamic team, focused on achieving long-term capital appreciation. Comprehensive skills in financial modeling and communication are essential.

Benefits

Company pension scheme

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in investment banking, consulting, or private equity.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong work ethic and enthusiasm for private equity.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate investment themes and opportunities.
• Build relationships with management teams and advisors.
• Perform due diligence and close transactions.

Skills

Investment instincts

Financial modelling

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Relationship-building

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent qualification

Job description

Senior Analyst / Junior Associate, Private Equity Investing (m|f|x) London

Analyse | Reporting | Quant, Investment Vollzeit mit Führungsaufgaben mit betrieblicher Altersvorsorge

The Private Equity business within Goldman Sachs Alternatives makes direct equity investments across North America and Europe in a broad range of industries, and we seek to maximize investment value through operational and financial value creation. Our goal is to achieve long-term capital appreciation by committing equity to high quality companies with strong management teams. Associates in Private Equity are part of a talented team of investment professionals responsible for the acquisition and management of investments. You will be involved in a wide range of high-profile transactions, which may include management buyouts, take-privates, add-on acquisitions, build ups, restructurings, recapitalizations, and dispositions.

PRIVATE EQUITY INVESTING
The Private Equity Investing business within Goldman Sachs Asset Management has been operating for over 30 years and invests across a broad range of industries, geographies, and transaction types with ~100 dedicated investment professionals globally. The latest flagship fund in our private equity platform is the West Street Capital Partners VIII, a $9.7bn vehicle. We pursue a strategy focused on long-term capital appreciation by committing to high-quality companies with strong management teams and actively supporting their development and value creation.

Associates in Private Equity Investing will be integrally involved with all aspects of the investment cycle including: sourcing, identifying and evaluating attractive investment themes and opportunities; building relationships with management teams, senior advisors and external industry experts; performing due diligence; financing, structuring and closing transactions as well as developing, monitoring and implementing value creation strategies at our existing portfolio companies.

We are looking for highly motivated, well-rounded, team players who are passionate about investing and want to build a long-term career at Goldman Sachs.

Business and Investment Judgement

• Demonstrates good investment instincts and a thoughtful approach to investment opportunities. Ability to consider macro and micro drivers for investment success
• Entrepreneurial mind-set in evaluating new investment opportunities
• Demonstrates versatility in adapting to different industries and geographies

Communication Skills

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills. European language skills are a plus
• Structured and succinct presentation and communication
• Relationship-building skills and ability to communicate with all levels of stakeholders, both internal and external

Technical Skills

• Top-tier financial modelling and analytical skills including a thorough understanding of corporate finance concepts
• Detail orientated approach to financial modelling and analytics

Soft Skills & Motivation

• High level of integrity, strong work ethic and commitment to the job with a genuine enthusiasm to work and private equity
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment and keen to take on responsibility
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines. Resourceful approach to problem-solving

Background

• Minimum of 2 years’ experience with leading investment banks, consulting firms, corporate, private equity firms and other alternative asset managers
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent qualification with a track record of excellence in career and academics