Product Specialist Analyst

Ardian; City of London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading private investment firm in London is looking for a Product Specialist Analyst to support fundraising activities and investor relations. This role includes preparing marketing materials, assisting in due diligence, and conducting market research. The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented, possess strong communication skills, and have a background in finance. This opportunity offers a chance to work with a collaborative team in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to produce compelling investor materials.
• Strong interest and knowledge in the private equity industry.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and design marketing and fund materials.
• Aid prospective investors through the fundraising cycle.
• Conduct market research and analyze fundraising trends.

Skills

Marketing Materials preparation

Due Diligence

Market Research

Communication skills

Project Management

Education

Graduated from a leading business school or university

Master’s degree in finance

Tools

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Job description

Product Specialist Analyst page is loaded## Product Specialist Analystlocations: Londontime type: Full timeposted on: Posted 30+ Days Agojob requisition id: JR1001563The Investor Relations department oversees fundraising activities across all Ardian asset classes and manages relationships with investors. Within this function, the Product Specialist team is dedicated to launching new products and plays a critical role throughout the fundraising cycle. The team works closely with sales professionals across geographies and investment teams, acting as a bridge between the two.The Product Specialist team in London and New York is made up of nine professionals, dedicated to Ardian’s Secondaries & Primaries, Private Credit, and North America Buyout activities. The individual will be based in London, presenting an exciting opportunity to contribute to a highly dynamic group within a leading private investment firm.**Job Responsibilities:**Key responsibilities of the Product Specialist Analyst will include:* **Marketing Materials:** Prepare, design, and update various marketing and fund materials, including teasers, presentations, and FAQs* **Due Diligence & Fundraising Process:** Aid prospective investors through the fundraising cycle by handling investor queries, completing due diligence questionnaires, and coordinating with internal teams across offices to deliver timely, accurate, and comprehensive responses* **Market Mapping:** Conduct market research, screen competitors, and analyze fundraising trends.* Produce reporting presentations, draft talking points, and contribute to various ad-hoc projects as needed**Specialised business and technical knowledge:*** Demonstrated ability to produce compelling investor materials using Excel, Word and PowerPoint* Strong interest in the private equity industry; good knowledge and/or prior relevant experience in finance/private equity* Excellent written and verbal communication skills* Highly motivated, extremely detail-oriented, and well-organized* Ability to multitask, adapt to change and work effectively under pressure to meet deadlines* Strong team player and solid project management capabilities**Education and Experience:*** Graduated from a leading business school or university (Master’s degree and/or major in finance would be a plus)* Native-level English speaker or bi-lingual required**Communication Scope:*** Strong collaboration within the team and excellent interpersonal skills to work effectively with various internal teams across the organization, including Sales, Investment, Legal, Compliance, Tax and Fund Finance.**Regulatory Responsibilities:****Conduct Rule Staff*** Ensure compliance with all relevant statutory and regulatory requirements applicable to the role* Understand the Individual Conduct Rules set out by the UK Regulator and ensure compliance in letter and in spiritAt ARDIAN, we are proud of our diverse culture. As a forward thinking organization, we recognize that having people from different backgrounds brings innovation and excellence. Therefore, a diverse and inclusive environment is key to our business success.Ardian is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to our employees, applicants and candidates based on individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity and expression, age, national origin, mental or physical disabilities, sexual orientation, veteran or military status, genetic information, ancestry, marital status as a victim of domestic violence, pregnancy or child birth (including breastfeeding) or any other class protected by federal, state or local laws. It is our policy to comply with all applicable laws governing employment practices and not to discriminate on the basis of any unlawful criteria. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of your employment including, but not limited to, hiring, placement and promotion.