Private Equity Data - Associate / Senior Associate (f/m/x)

Zohorecruit; München; Hybrid; EUR 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

CEPRES seeks a Private Equity Data Associate/Senior Associate to join the Data Strategy team in Munich. The role blends finance, data, technology, and client engagement to structure, analyze, validate, and visualize investment data for institutional investors and fund managers.

You’ll work on data quality, onboarding, and scalable analytics while collaborating with cross-functional teams to advance CEPRES’ data capabilities and client solutions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Finance, Economics, Business Analytics, Data Science, Mathematics, Engineering, Computer Science, or related field.
• Associate: 2–5 years of relevant experience.
• Senior Associate: 5+ years of relevant experience.

Responsibilities

• Analyze and validate Private Equity, Private Debt, Real Estate, and Infrastructure investment data.
• Review fund cash flows, NAVs, portfolio company metrics, and performance measures.
• Design reports and dashboards in Power BI and develop data models.
• Mentor junior team members and lead cross-functional work streams.
• Partner with Product, Engineering, and Operations teams to enhance reporting capabilities.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Client communication

Leadership

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in Finance/related field

Tools

Power BI

Excel

Data modeling

Job description

Private Equity Data - Associate / Senior Associate (f/m/x)

Munich, Germany (Hybrid)

CEPRES

CEPRESGmbH / Corp is headquartered in Munich and New York, with additional officesin Denver, Heidelberg, and several locations in the Middle East. Our team isincredibly diverse with over 20 nationalities globally. We value smart andinnovative people who also work effectively in a team environment and who areglobal players.

About Therole

We are seeking a Private Equity Data Associate / SeniorAssociate to join our Data Strategy team.

This role is ideal for candidates with strong privatemarkets knowledge who enjoy working at the intersection of finance, data,technology, and client engagement. You will help institutional investors andfund managers structure, analyze, validate, and visualize investment data whilecontributing to the evolution of CEPRES' data and analytics capabilities.

Key Responsibilities

• Private Markets Data & Analytics
• Analyze and validate Private Equity, Private Debt, Real Estate, and Infrastructure investment data.
• Review fund cash flows, NAVs, portfolio company metrics, and performance measures, including IRR, TVPI, DPI, and MOIC.
• Support data quality, taxonomy, and reporting framework development.
• Investigate and resolve complex data issues and client queries.
• Client Management & Delivery
• Act as a key contact for institutional investors and GP relationships.
• Lead discussions around data requirements, onboarding, reporting, and data quality topics.
• Translate client needs into scalable data and reporting solutions.
• Support strategic client onboarding and implementation projects.
• Data Engineering & Visualization
• Query and analyze large datasets using SQL.
• Design reports and dashboards in Power BI.
• Develop data models, visualizations, and analytical outputs for both internal and client-facing use.
• Partner with Product, Engineering, and Operations teams to enhance reporting capabilities.
• AI & Process Innovation
• Explore the application of AI and automation across private markets data workflows.
• Contribute to process optimization and data-driven operational improvements.
• Support the development of scalable analytics and next-generation client solutions.
• Leadership (Senior Associate)
• Mentor junior team members.
• Lead work streams and cross-functional initiatives.
• Drive continuous improvement across data quality and operational processes.
  

Requirements

Required Background & Experience

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Finance, Economics, Business Analytics, Data Science, Mathematics, Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Associate: 2–5 years of relevant experience.
• Senior Associate: 5+ years of relevant experience.

Preferred Experience

• Experience in Private Equity, Private Debt, Fund Administration, Investment Operations, Performance Analytics, or Alternative Investments.
• Client-facing experience within financial services or data-driven environments.

Technical Skills

• Power BI or similar visualization tools.
• Advanced Excel skills.
• Data modeling and analytical problem-solving skills.

Nice to Have

• Exposure to AI, machine learning, or advanced analytics.

What We Look For

• Strong understanding of private markets investments.
• Excellent client communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Structured and analytical thinker with strong attention to detail.
• Interest in technology, automation, and AI.
• Ability to work independently and take ownership.
• Collaborative mindset with leadership potential.
  
• CareerPath in Private Equity Step into one of the mostin-demand and exciting industries in finance today. With us, you'll experienceunparalleled opportunities for career growth and promotions, receive regularfeedback, and benefit from mentorship provided by an international team ofpassionate experts. Be part of a unique growth story and take on an exciting,challenging role in a dynamic global environment.
  
• CultureThat Drives Success We are powered by core valuesthat foster an entrepreneurial spirit, drive results, and empower ownership. Atour company, collaboration and mutual support are at the heart of everything wedo. Transparency in company goals ensures you’re always part of the biggerpicture.
  
• Commitmentto Our People We care deeply about our team, offeringoutstanding benefits and opportunities to thrive in a diverse, inclusive, andinternational workplace
  
• Compensationofattractive package that reflects your skills, contributions, andgrowth potential.
  

At CEPRES, we're committed to creating aninclusive environment for all. We celebrate diversity and encourage applicantsfrom all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives to apply.