Associate (m/f/d)

Pride Capital; Köln; Vor Ort; EUR 50.000 - 70.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A leading investment firm in Germany is seeking an Associate to play a crucial role in deal execution and investment strategy. Candidates should have a Master’s degree in finance and 2-3 years of experience in finance-related fields. Responsibilities include conducting market research, preparing proposals, and mentoring junior team members. The role offers immediate responsibility in a collaborative environment with a strong team culture. Applications must include a CV and motivation letter.

Leistungen

Urban Sport Club membership (Classic)

Healthy work-life balance

Immediate responsibility in deal-making

Exposure to all aspects of investment

Qualifikationen

• 2-3 years of relevant work experience in strategy consulting, corporate finance, or private equity.
• Affinity with the software & IT sector or desire to learn about it.
• A proactive mindset and adaptability in dynamic environments.

Aufgaben

• Lead deal execution from initial contact to closing.
• Conduct market research and financial analysis.
• Prepare investment proposals and pitch presentations.
• Build and maintain relationships with network partners.
• Support portfolio companies with strategic initiatives.
• Prepare quarterly reports for investors.
• Guide and collaborate with interns and analysts.

Kenntnisse

Strong analytical skills

Proficiency in financial modelling

Fluency in German

Fluency in English

Ausbildung

Master’s degree in finance, economics, business or related field

Jobbeschreibung

At Pride Capital Partners, we support later-stage Software and IT companies in the Benelux, DACH-region, and Nordics with flexible capital solutions. Our hybrid approach, combining private debt and minority equity, enables growth, acquisitions, and management buy-outs. With offices in Amsterdam, Copenhagen, and Cologne, we are a cross-border team of entrepreneurial professionals committed to creating value for ambitious tech companies.

Your role

As an associate you will be highly involved in all aspects of a deal making process. From sourcing and evaluating opportunities to supporting portfolio companies, you will play a key role in shaping our investment strategy and execution.

Your key responsibilities include:

• Leading deal execution from initial contact to closing
• Conducting market research and financial analysis
• Preparing investment proposals and pitch presentations
• Building and maintaining relationships with network partners (e.g. corporate finance advisors, PE investors)
• Supporting portfolio companies with strategic and operation initiatives
• Preparing quarterly reports for our investors
• Guiding and collaborating with interns an analysts
• Engaging with entrepreneurs and management teamsli>

What we offer

• A desk in our Cologne office, located in the city center
• Immediate responsibility and exposure to all aspects of deal-making
• A small, young and entrepreneurial team where your ideas and initiatives are valued
• A steep learning curve with experienced colleagues by your side
• A culture that values ownership, ambition and collaboration
• Urban Sport Club membership (Classic)
• A healthy work-life balance

What you bring

• A completed master’s degree in finance, economics, business or a related field
• 2-3 years of relevant work experience (in strategy consulting, corporate finance or private equity)
• Strong analytical skills and proficiency in financial modelling
• Affinity with the software & IT sector or would like to learn about the sector
• A proactive mindset: you enjoy creating structure where needed and thrive in dynamic environments
• Experience or interest in mentoring junior team members
• The ability to connect with entrepreneurs and understand their ambitions
• Fluency in German and English

Please note that applications lacking both a resume and a motivation letter will not be considered for further review

Interested?

Are you motivated and do you have the skills mentioned? We are happy to receive your application. Please send your CV and letter of motivation to [e-mail].