Investment Associate

The Role

This position sits within the investment team of a global private equity firm. The role covers the full investment cycle, from sourcing and screening opportunities through to execution and ongoing market research. It is suited to a candidate with a background in private equity, investment banking, or institutional investment who wants to work across direct investments, co-investments, and fund commitments.

Likely Focus

• Support sourcing, screening, and evaluation of private equity investment opportunities across multiple sectors and geographies.
• Conduct financial analysis, company valuations, and investment modelling, including LBO, DCF, and comparable company analysis.
• Assist in executing direct investments, co-investments, and private equity fund commitments.
• Participate in financial, commercial, and operational due diligence alongside external advisers and investment partners.
• Prepare investment committee memorandums, presentations, and recommendations for senior management.
• Assess opportunities based on expected returns, downside protection, strategic fit, and portfolio diversification.
• Conduct sector and market research to identify investment themes.
• Monitor global private equity activity, transaction valuations, and macroeconomic developments.
• Support the development of investment strategies aligned with long-term investment objectives.
• Prepare research materials and strategic recommendations for the wider investment team.

Expected Profile

• Bachelor\'s degree in Finance, Economics, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related discipline.
• CFA, CAIA, ACA, or MBA would be advantageous.
• Approximately 3–6 years of relevant experience in private equity, investment banking (M&A), transaction advisory, or an institutional investment platform.
• Strong financial modelling, valuation, and transaction analysis capabilities.
• Demonstrated exposure to M&A transactions, private equity investments, or investment due diligence.
• Experience with direct investments, co-investments, or fund investments would be highly advantageous.
• Prior experience within a sovereign wealth fund, pension fund, family office, or global investment manager would be beneficial.
• Exposure to international markets, particularly Europe, North America, and the GCC, would be advantageous.