Private Equity Associate | Mid-Market Investor

About Our Client

Our client is the UK’s most active mid-market private equity investor, backed by one of the country’s largest banking groups with 40+ years of track record. With £1+ billion of committed capital and a portfolio of 90+ businesses, they deployed £200+ million in 2025.

This evergreen capital platform invested over £5 billion since inception. Portfolio companies grow 3.3x faster than the UK SME average, supported by dedicated value creation teams and sector specialists.

• Deal Origination:
  Source opportunities through advisor networks and proactive outreach; screen investments and prepare IC materials
• Transaction Execution:
  Lead financial modelling, valuation, due diligence coordination; prepare investment memos and manage deals from LOI to close
• Portfolio Management:
  Support boards, monitor performance, identify value creation initiatives, execute buy-and-build strategies
• Sector Coverage:
  Develop deep expertise in Healthcare, Technology, Business Services, Industrials, or Consumer sectors

Essential Requirements:

• 2-4 years in private equity, investment banking (M&A), or corporate development
• Advanced financial modelling (LBOs, DCF, comps) and transaction execution experience
• Strong academic credentials (2:1+ from leading university)
• Entrepreneurial mindset with genuine passion for backing management teams
• Excellent communication skills and collaborative working style

Desirable:

• UK mid-market transaction experience (£10-100M EV)
• Sector exposure in Healthcare, Technology, Business Services, Industrials, or Consumer
• Understanding of private equity value creation methodologies
• ACA or CFA qualifications

• Fast-tracked responsibility with genuine deal ownership from day one
• Direct mentorship from Managing Partners and Investment Directors
• Clear progression pathway to Investment Director and Partner levels
• Exposure to 90+ portfolio companies across diverse sectors

• UK-focused:
  Deep mid-market specialization, no international travel
• Patient capital:
  Evergreen structure eliminates fund pressures; focus on sustainable value creation
• Flexible structures: MBOs, development capital, minority/majority stakes, buy-and-builds
• Relationship-driven:
  Genuine partnerships where management often retains control

• Competitive base salary aligned with leading mid-market PE firms
• Performance-based bonus
• Carried interest participation (from Senior Associate level)
• Private medical insurance, pension, flexible benefits