Private Equity Mid-Market Growth Fund - Investment Associate - UK and Northern Europe

Goodman Masson is delighted to be currently working with an mid-cap Private Equity Growth fund, leading within the UK and Northern Europe markets. They are currently looking for an outstanding Investment Associate to join their London office.

This in a unique opportunity to work with an experienced team with a broad range of backgrounds and learn directly from top management. Also, this position will provide you with unparalleled generalist and diverse deal exposure.

Candidate Responsibilities:

• Drive the execution of investments within a full 360-degree investment role
• Helping originate and portfolio manage new and existing investments across sectors and markets
• Lead execution workstreams, including financial analysis & modelling, due diligence and preparation of investment committee material
• Interact with target company management teams, investment banks, due diligence advisors, potential partners and other external counterparts
• Prepare materials to be presented to the firm's Investment Committee that summarise the key highlights, financials, risk and opportunities identified through due diligence
• Engagement in oversight of portfolio companies, including working with portfolio company management teams to drive growth and manage risks to ensure successful investment outcomes

The ideal Candidate Will Have:

• 2-4 years M&A / private equity investment experience
• Strong modelling and technical skills (DCF, LBO, etc.)
• A demonstrated ability to evaluate and execute transactions
• Excellent academic record from a leading university, ideally with a degree in finance, economics, accounting, engineering, maths, sciences or another quantitative field
• Intellectually curious and have good interpersonal skills
• Good at working to a high standard to deadlines
• Initiative, adaptability and leadership skills
• European language skills are highly regarded