Learn • Prepare • Advance
Menu

Investment Associate

Aventus • UAE

Location UAE
Experience 2-4 years
Industry pe
Seniority Associate
Nathan Ross Fox
Posted by Nathan F. Nathan Ross Fox at Aventus

Full Description

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.