Senior Investment Leader Private Equity Technology

Partners Group; Greater London; On-site; GBP 100,000 - GBP 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A global private markets investment manager is seeking a Senior Investment Leader for their London office, focusing on Technology investments. The ideal candidate will have 5-8 years of private equity experience and strong business acumen to analyze investment opportunities. Responsibilities include managing key relationships, leading diligence processes, and mentoring junior teams. This position offers a competitive compensation package along with opportunities for professional growth and sabbaticals after five years.

Benefits

Professional international working environment

Competitive compensation package

Collaborative environment with mentorship opportunities

Sabbatical after every five years

Fun team events and volunteer opportunities

Qualifications

• 5-8 years of private equity experience, preceded by 2-3 years of investment banking or management consulting.
• Superior business acumen and judgment to analyze investment opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Source Tech/Software buyout investment opportunities in Europe.
• Manage relationships with key investment stakeholders and develop a sector‑specific network.
• Lead and mentor teams of junior professionals.

Skills

Private equity experience

Business acumen and judgment

Investment analysis

Tech/Software sector expertise

Job description

Senior Investment Leader, Private Equity Technology

Location: London, GB

We are one of the largest global private markets investment managers, serving over 800 institutional investors worldwide. We have USD 185 billion in assets under management and around 2,000 professionals across 24 offices worldwide. Partners Group is an equal opportunity employer committed to cultural diversity.

What it’s about

Our private equity platform continues to expand, and we're strengthening our investment capabilities to support this growth. We're looking to add an Investment Leader or Senior Investment Leader to our London team, with a dedicated focus on our Technology vertical. This role offers the opportunity to identify, evaluate, and partner with innovative companies that are actively shaping the future of their industries.

Responsibilities

• Source Tech/Software buyout investment opportunities in Europe
• Set up and lead quantitative and qualitative due diligence on prospective investments
• Manage relationships with key investment stakeholders (management teams, advisors, partners, etc.) and develop a sector‑specific network
• Lead and mentor teams of junior professionals, in and out of the investment process
• Lead thematic research in relevant Tech sub‑segments
• Lead preparation of investment memoranda, financial models, and investment analyses
• Present investment opportunities to the investment committee
• Lead negotiations of legal transaction documentation (SPA, SHA, MIP, etc.) with support from internal and external legal advisors
• Contribute to structuring and raising debt financing, with support from the PG Capital Markets team
• Actively engage with the board of portfolio companies with responsibility for certain post‑closing value creation work streams and board materials
• Contribute to PG client‑related activities (pitches, update meetings, etc.) and internal tasks

What we expect

• 5-8 years of private equity experience, preceded by 2-3 years of investment banking or management consulting
• Superior business acumen and judgment to analyze investment opportunities, market information, and company financials within the Tech/Software sector
• Ability to flex both upwards and downwards to coordinate the investment process and ensure the highest quality of execution
• Board experience is a plus

What we offer

• Professional, international working environment
• Challenging, rewarding career within a growing company
• Competitive compensation package, including performance-based annual incentives
• Collaborative environment, with on-the-job training and mentorship opportunities
• One‑month sabbatical after every five years of service
• Fun office and team events, including volunteer opportunities to connect with and help our local communities