ABOUT OUR CLIENT
Our client is a leading international private equity platform with c.$60bn+ AUM and a strong presence across Europe.
The firm focuses on investing in small and mid-sized companies, partnering closely with management teams to build market-leading businesses through a hands-on, operationally driven approach.
Their investment strategy spans:
* Control-oriented buyouts and recapitalisations of established companies
* Special situations including underperforming and distressed assets
* Growth and development capital for high-potential businesses
With a broad sector-agnostic approach across industrials, business services, and value-added sectors, the firm combines capital, operational expertise, and strategic support to drive long-term value creation.
WHAT THE JOB INVOLVES
* Conduct in-depth company and industry analysis to identify investment opportunities across buyouts, special situations, and growth equity
* Build and review advanced financial models, including LBO, valuation, and scenario analyses
* Support and lead transaction execution, including due diligence, structuring, and negotiations through to closing
* Work closely with portfolio companies and management teams on strategic initiatives, operational improvements, and value creation plans
* Prepare investment committee materials, presentations, and internal analyses to support decision-making
* Take increasing responsibility in deal processes and contribute to mentoring junior team members
WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR
* Excellent academic background with a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree or MBA
* 3 to 6 years of relevant experience in private equity, investment banking, or transaction services
* Strong financial modelling and analytical capabilities, with a solid understanding of LBO and deal structuring
* Commercial mindset with an interest in operational value creation and working alongside management teams
* Ability to work independently in a lean, entrepreneurial environment while contributing to a collaborative team
HOW TO APPLY
Please proceed with the application above or connect with me directly via LinkedIn:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/valentin-skele/