Investment Associate | Large Cap | PE

ACL Partners; Frankfurt; Presencial; EUR 70.000 - 100.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

A leading private equity firm in Frankfurt is seeking an Associate to join their investment team. The role involves contributing to investment opportunities, conducting financial analyses, and collaborating with management teams. Candidates should have 2–4 years of relevant experience and a strong academic background in Finance or Economics. Fluency in German and English is required.

Formación

• 2–4 years of experience in M&A or leveraged finance at a top-tier investment bank.
• Excellent academic background in relevant disciplines.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Responsabilidades

• Identify, evaluate, and execute investment opportunities.
• Conduct financial analysis and build valuation models.
• Prepare investment materials for committee meetings.
• Work with management teams and advisors during deal cycles.
• Support post-investment value creation.

Conocimientos

M&A experience

Leveraged finance experience

Financial analysis

Market research

Fluency in German

Fluency in English

Analytical abilities

Commercial judgment

Educación

Degree in Finance, Economics or related field

Descripción del empleo

Overview

Our client, a leading large-cap private equity firm, is looking to hire an Associate to join their exceptional team in Frankfurt. This is a unique opportunity to become part of a world-class investment platform backed by long-term capital and a consistent track record of success.

Key Responsibilities

• Contribute to the identification, evaluation, and execution of investment opportunities across multiple industries
• Conduct in-depth financial analysis, build valuation models, and carry out comprehensive market research
• Prepare investment materials and actively participate in Investment Committee meetings
• Work closely with portfolio company management teams and external advisors throughout the deal cycle
• Support post-investment value creation and ongoing portfolio management activities

Candidate Profile

• 2–4 years of experience in M&A or leveraged finance, gained at a top-tier investment bank (Bulge Bracket or Elite Boutique)
• Excellent academic background in Finance, Economics, or a related discipline
• Full fluency in both German and English, with strong verbal and written communication skills
• Exceptional analytical abilities and sound commercial judgment
• A genuine interest in private equity with a proactive, hands-on approach and entrepreneurial spirit

Details

• Seniority level: Associate
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Finance, Consulting, and Business Development
• Industries: Financial Services, Investment Banking, and Venture Capital and Private Equity Principals