For reviewSaved Associate/Senior Associate, Lower Mid Market Fund, Berlin, Germany A dynamic and fast-growing lower mid-market private equity firm is looking to hire at Associate and Senior Associate level for their office in Berlin.
Our client is an entrepreneurial lower mid-market private equity firm, specialising in high-potential investments across the DACH region. With a strong focus on technology-driven value creation, they partner with ambitious companies to drive transformative growth. Headquartered in Berlin, the firm is now looking to expand its team by hiring a talented Associate and/or Senior Associate to play a key role in sourcing, executing, and managing investments. This role is based in Berlin, candidates must therefore be willing to relocate and work on-site.
What the job involves
Deal Sourcing & Origination – Identifying investment opportunities and building industry relationships
Financial Analysis & Valuation – Performing financial modeling, company valuations (DCF, LBO), and due diligence
Portfolio Management – Working with portfolio companies to drive growth, operational improvements, and strategic initiatives
Exit Strategy – Assisting in preparing and executing exit processes, including IPOs, trade sales, or secondary buyouts
Investor & Internal Reporting – Preparing reports for senior leadership, LPs, and contributing to fundraising efforts
Who we are looking for
Solid academic foundation in business, finance or a related field from a top tier university, ideally including a Master’s degree
Strong numerical and analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data
1-4 years of professional experience, ideally gained in top-tier investment banking, Big 4 accounting firms’ financial due diligence and transactions teams, management consulting or private equity
Team player with an entrepreneurial approach and a commercial mindset
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills in German and English are a must