Junior Associate – Private Equity
Industry: Private Equity / Investment Management
Compensation: Competitive, with performance-linked upside
Step Into a High-Impact Investment Role with Real Responsibility from Day One
A leading mid-market private equity firm is looking for a Junior Associate to join its growing London-based investment team. Focused on defensive growth sectors such as healthcare, consumer goods, and support services, the firm is known for its hands-on approach, operational focus, and track record of value creation across Europe.
This is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious, analytically strong candidate to play a core role across the full deal lifecycle — from sourcing and execution to portfolio strategy and exit planning. You\’ll work alongside experienced investors on complex transactions, including carve-outs, platform builds, and transformational growth initiatives.
What You’ll Do
- Support deal teams through origination, execution, and portfolio management
- Build sophisticated financial models (including LBOs) and conduct valuation analyses
- Drive industry and company research to support investment theses
- Assist in preparing investment committee papers and strategic board materials
- Participate in commercial, financial, and operational due diligence
- Monitor portfolio performance, track KPIs, and support value creation efforts
- Liaise with advisers and contribute to cross-functional deal workstreams
Who You Are
- 2–4 years’ experience in investment banking, strategy consulting, transaction services, or private equity
- Excellent academic background with a degree in finance, economics, business, engineering, or a quantitative field
- Advanced financial modelling and Excel skills, with a sharp eye for detail
- Commercially astute, intellectually curious, and comfortable in lean, fast-paced teams
- Strong written and verbal communicator, confident producing board-level materials
- Self-starter with a strong work ethic and genuine interest in long-term value creation
Why Join
- Work with a high-calibre team on industry-shaping investments
- Gain early exposure to boardrooms, strategic planning, and operational transformation
- Take on real responsibility in a flat, collaborative environment
- Accelerate your learning with direct mentorship from experienced investors
- Build a long-term career at a firm committed to sustainable growth and talent development
Contact Detail:
Alan Mitchell Recruiting Team