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Investment Associate/Senior Associate, Prestigious Lower Mid-Market Private Equity Fund, London, UK
This is a rare opportunity to join this successful global lower mid-market investor. They are looking to add a hands-on Investment Associate to its small, collegiate team. You will focus on investments in the UK, supporting the team in a range of activities associated with the investment process.
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Investment Associate/Senior Associate, Prestigious Lower Mid-Market Private Equity Fund, London, UK

Private Equity
UK
2 - 5 years
5 - 10 years
About our client

Our client is an established private equity investor with a strong track record in the lower mid-market, partnering with ambitious, founder-led businesses to drive growth and transformation. The team invests across a range of sectors, with a particular focus on technology, software, and tech-enabled services.

With a collaborative and entrepreneurial culture, the firm offers a rare opportunity to join a high-performing, close-knit team that combines deep investment experience with a hands-on approach to value creation. The team has built a reputation for working closely with management teams, supporting businesses through both domestic and international growth.

You’ll gain exposure to the full investment lifecycle, working directly with senior stakeholders from day one. This is a compelling opportunity for someone who is genuinely excited by the lower mid-market, enjoys working with founders, and wants to take on meaningful responsibility early in their career.
What the job involves

  • Supporting senior investment professionals across all aspects of the deal lifecycle
  • Conducting detailed market research and target identification, particularly within lower mid-market opportunities
  • Building and reviewing financial models, valuations, and investment materials
  • Supporting due diligence processes and preparing investment committee papers
  • Engaging directly with management teams, advisors, and other stakeholders
  • Contributing to portfolio company initiatives, including strategic projects, M&A, and performance monitoring
Who we are looking for

  • Previous Associate level experience within private equity, investment banking or corporate finance 
  • Strong financial modelling and analytical skillset, with a solid understanding of accounting principles
  • Demonstrable interest in the lower mid-market, with an appreciation for working with founder-led and scaling businesses
  • Exposure to technology, software, or tech-enabled services is highly advantageous
  • A professional qualification such as ACA, CFA (or equivalent) is highly desirable
  • Commercially astute, with the ability to assess markets, business models, and growth dynamics
  • High attention to detail with strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Collaborative, proactive, and intellectually curious, with a genuine desire to learn and develop
  • Comfortable operating in a lean, entrepreneurial team environment with high levels of responsibility
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