At a Glance
- Tasks: Evaluate and underwrite investment opportunities in infrastructure, building financial models and conducting analyses.
- Company: Leading private equity funds in London with a strong track record in infrastructure.
- Benefits: Gain exposure to high-quality assets and complex transactions in a dynamic environment.
- Other info: Opportunities for career growth and engagement with senior investment professionals.
- Why this job: Join a collaborative team and make impactful decisions in the infrastructure sector.
- Qualifications: 2-5 years of experience in investment banking or private equity with strong analytical skills.
The predicted salary is between 54000 - 66000 £ per year.
We are currently working with multiple leading infrastructure private equity funds in London on a number of Investment Associate searches, covering both large-cap and mid-market infrastructure transactions. These are excellent opportunities to join established investment platforms with strong track records across the infrastructure market, offering exposure to high-quality assets and businesses, complex transactions and attractive investment opportunities across the sector.
The Opportunity
As an Investment Associate, you will work closely with senior investment professionals across the full investment lifecycle, from origination and underwriting through to transaction execution and portfolio management. Depending on the platform, investment exposure may span energy transition, digital infrastructure, power & utilities, transport, social infrastructure and broader essential infrastructure.
Role Profile
- Evaluate and underwrite new investment opportunities across the infrastructure sector
- Build and review detailed financial models, investment cases and returns analyses
- Conduct valuation, scenario and downside analysis
- Support commercial, financial, technical and legal due diligence
- Prepare investment committee papers and transaction materials
- Work closely with senior team members throughout transaction execution
- Engage with management teams, advisers, lenders and other transaction counterparties
- Support portfolio company analysis and value-creation initiatives
- Contribute to sector research, market mapping and investment origination
Candidate Profile
We are particularly interested in candidates with:
- 2-5 years of experience from a leading investment bank, infrastructure investor or private equity fund
- Strong M&A, infrastructure, energy, power or utilities transaction experience
- Experience across large-cap and/or mid-market transactions
- Excellent financial modelling, valuation and analytical skills
- Strong commercial judgement and attention to detail
- The ability to work effectively in a demanding, entrepreneurial investment environment
- Excellent communication and presentation skills
- A genuine interest in infrastructure investing
Investment Associate – Infrastructure Private Equity employer: Metis Search
Join a leading Infrastructure Private Equity fund in Greater London, where you will be part of a dynamic and innovative Asset Management team. The firm offers a collaborative work culture that prioritises employee growth and development, alongside competitive benefits and significant capital for impactful investments in renewable energy, utilities, and transport. This is an exceptional opportunity to make a meaningful contribution while advancing your career in a thriving sector.
