Global Private Equity Associate – Direct & Co-Investments

Aventus Global Talent; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 350,000 - 700,000; Full time

Job summary

Aventus Global Talent is seeking a Private Equity Associate in Abu Dhabi to join the Private Markets team. You will evaluate and execute investments, work on direct/co-investments and fund commitments, and support portfolio management with senior professionals.

The role involves rigorous financial modelling, due diligence, and market research to identify attractive opportunities and deliver long-term, risk-adjusted returns across international markets.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Accounting, Business Administration or related discipline.
• CFA, CAIA, ACA or MBA would be advantageous.
• Approximately 3–6 years of relevant Private Equity or related investment experience.

Responsibilities

• Support sourcing, screening and evaluation of PE opportunities across sectors and geographies.
• Conduct detailed financial analysis, company valuations and modelling (LBO, DCF, comps).
• Assist in direct investments, co-investments and fund commitments.
• Participate in due diligence with advisers and investment partners.
• Prepare investment committee memos and recommendations for senior management.
• Assess opportunities based on returns, risk, fit and portfolio diversification.
• Conduct market research and develop strategies aligned with long-term objectives.
• Prepare materials for the wider investment team and monitor activity.

Skills

Financial modelling

Valuation

Investment analysis

Due diligence

M&A

Education

Bachelor's in Finance/Economics

CFA/CAIA/MBA advantageous

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Aventus Global Talent is seeking a Private Equity Associate in Abu Dhabi to join the Private Markets team. You will evaluate and execute investments, work on direct/co-investments and fund commitments, and support portfolio management with senior professionals.

The role involves rigorous financial modelling, due diligence, and market research to identify attractive opportunities and deliver long-term, risk-adjusted returns across international markets.