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An exciting opportunity to join our Private Markets team as an Investment Manager on a permanent basis. (Hybrid working)
Who we are
Railpen is responsible for the safekeeping and investment of around £34 billion in assets and the administration of several pension schemes, including the Railways Pension Scheme, one of the UK's largest and longest established pension funds.
Our heritage of looking after the pension needs of the rail industry and its employees gives us our name and our unique outlook on how we serve our members. Railpen takes a holistic view, focusing on how we serve members today and how we can positively impact the communities and the world they will retire into.
Our values of integrity, community and alignment are the guiding principles that influence our behaviour. They help us make decisions and shape our relationships with others. They’re what we stand for. You will actively demonstrate our values, helping to create a safe environment, to place the needs of the community above oneself and, through a culture of ‘fair challenge’, align to the best interests of our members.
To learn more about Railpen including our values, culture and purpose, visit our LinkedIn Life page here.
The role
As an Investment Manager you will be responsible for contributing to Railpen’s Private Markets investments by conducting high-quality due diligence, portfolio monitoring, and market analysis to support strong portfolio performance. Within this role you will play a key part in sourcing and evaluating investments in line with the Private Markets strategic plan, and ensuring effective portfolio execution to deliver on the organisation’s return objectives.
This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK.
The person
We are looking for someone with experience in private equity co-investment with strong numerical, valuation, and investment modelling skills. A Solid understanding of private markets asset classes and macro-economic trends alongside a track record of preparing investment reports and presenting recommendations, is key for this role.
The successful candidate will have strong analytical skills with the ability to work independently and deliver results to deadlines, a collaborative mindset with effective communication skills for engaging internal and external stakeholders and will be curious, proactive, and detail-oriented approach to investment research and monitoring.
What we can offer you
Rewarding you
* A competitive salary (depending on experience)
* 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays
* Generous annual bonus plan
* We provide membership of the Railways Pension Scheme, a Defined Benefit arrangement under which you get a pension for life and a lump sum when you retire, based on your length of service and pay
* 4x Life Assurance cover
* Private Medical Insurance
* Employee assistance programme
* Health cash plan
Lifestyle
* We support hybrid and flexible working along with very generous family leave including 12 months full pay maternity leave and 6 months full pay paternity leave
* Buy and sell holidays
* Give as you earn scheme
* Flexible half days leave
* Electric vehicle leasing
* Cycle to work scheme
Next Steps
Please apply for the apply button or visit Careers Page by 31st August 2025.
Railpen is committed to creating an inclusive and diverse environment, we value diversity and welcome people from all backgrounds and walks of life
Seniority level
* Seniority level
Not Applicable
Employment type
* Employment type
Full-time
Job function
* Job function
Management
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