Analyst-Private Equity

Responsibilities

• Screen new investment opportunities.
• Research specific investment themes.
• Stay up to date with private equity market trends.
• Evaluate private equity co-investments and direct opportunities across buyout, growth, and special situations strategies.
• Perform investment due diligence, prepare investment memos and recommendations.
• Analyze and prepare financial models for prospective investments.
• Track and monitor investments in portfolio including quarterly results, valuation movements, and KPI tracking.
• Perform general partner (GP) due diligence, including track record analysis, attribution of returns, and qualitative assessment of teams and processes.

Qualifications

• Work Experience and Required Skills:
• 1-3 years of experience preferably in Private Equity firms, Investment Banking, Asset Management firms or other entities in the financial sector.
• Demonstrable analytical and problem-solving skills, critical thinking and high attention to detail.
• Prioritization and strong attention to detail.
• Strong judgment and critical thinking skills, with the ability to articulate and present points of view and ideas effectively.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office package (mainly Excel and PowerPoint).
• Strong background in financial modeling and valuation; advanced Excel skills required.
• Experience evaluating private equity funds and/or co-investments preferred.
• Required Education:
• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Accounting, or related field.