Investment Associate – Growth Equity/Private Equity

Brock & Decker; München; Vor Ort; EUR 60.000 - 80.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A leading growth equity investment firm in Munich seeks an Investment Associate to source and evaluate small to mid-cap growth equity investments. The role involves market research, financial modeling, and collaboration with senior professionals. Candidates should have 2-4 years of relevant experience and strong analytical skills, with fluency in English required and German preferred. This position offers opportunities for career development in a collaborative environment.

Leistungen

Exposure to diverse growth-stage investments

High responsibility and interaction with senior professionals

Collaborative and entrepreneurial culture

Qualifikationen

• 2–4 years of experience in investment banking, private equity, growth equity, or management consulting.
• Demonstrated analytical and financial modelling skills.
• Fluency in English required; German skills preferred.

Aufgaben

• Conduct market research to identify growth investment opportunities.
• Build financial models for investments.
• Support transaction processes including due diligence.

Kenntnisse

Investment analysis

Financial modelling

Market research

Strong communication skills

Ausbildung

Degree in finance or economics

Advanced degree or CFA

Jobbeschreibung

Job Title

Investment Associate – Growth Equity (Small & Mid-Cap) – Munich, Germany

About the Firm

The firm is a leading growth equity investor focused on small to mid-cap companies across diverse sectors. We partner with ambitious founders and management teams, providing both capital and strategic support to accelerate growth. With a long-term investment horizon, we back businesses with scalable business models, strong market positions, and clear paths to sustainable value creation.

Role Overview

The Investment Associate will play a key role in sourcing, evaluating, and executing growth equity investments, with a focus on small and mid-cap opportunities. The successful candidate will work closely with senior team members on all aspects of the investment process, including deal origination, due diligence, financial modelling, investment committee preparation, and portfolio management.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct market research and thematic analysis to identify attractive growth investment opportunities in Europe.
• Build detailed financial models, including scenario and sensitivity analysis.
• Support end-to-end transaction processes, including due diligence, valuation, and structuring.
• Draft investment memoranda and present findings to the investment committee.
• Monitor portfolio companies, tracking performance, KPIs, and value creation initiatives.
• Assist in sourcing new opportunities through proactive outreach and maintaining industry networks.
• Contribute to strategic projects, fundraising activities, and internal process improvements.

Qualifications & Experience

• 2–4 years of experience in investment banking, private equity, growth equity, or management consulting.
• Strong academic background in finance, economics, or a related field; advanced degree or CFA a plus.
• Demonstrated analytical and financial modelling skills with keen attention to detail.
• Proven ability to evaluate business models, market dynamics, and competitive landscapes.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to present complex ideas clearly.
• Self-starter with entrepreneurial mindset, ability to work in a lean team environment.
• Fluency in English required; German language skills strongly preferred.
• Genuine interest in growth investing and supporting entrepreneurs.

What We Offer

• Exposure to a diverse range of growth-stage investments in small and mid-cap companies across Europe.
• High levels of responsibility and direct interaction with senior investment professionals and portfolio company management teams.
• A collaborative and entrepreneurial culture with opportunities for long-term career development.