Associate, Co-Investment & Syndication

Ladd & Co.; Greater London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Ladd & Co. is looking for an Associate to join its Co-Investment & Syndication practice in Greater London. This role involves supporting the origination and execution of direct co-investment opportunities, focusing on transaction reviews and investor coordination.

The ideal candidate will have 3–6 years of experience in private equity or similar fields and demonstrate ownership in live transactions. Exposure to cross-border execution is preferred, making this a dynamic role within a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 3–6 years' relevant experience at a leading advisory firm, investment bank, or principal investor.
• Demonstrated workstream ownership on live transactions or mandates.
• Strong technical foundation in the relevant practice area.

Responsibilities

• Support origination and execution of direct co-investment opportunities.
• Assist in transaction review, diligence support, and structuring analysis.
• Coordinate with investors and manage cross-border execution.

Skills

Private equity experience

Credit experience

Principal investing experience

Transaction ownership

Job description

The firm is recruiting an Associate to its Co-Investment & Syndication practice. The role supports origination and execution of direct co-investment opportunities across the firm's principal network — including transaction review, diligence support, structuring analysis, and investor coordination.

Co-investment is a distinct discipline within the firm. The practice originates and syndicates direct opportunities — often alongside lead sponsors — into the firm's network of family offices, principal investors, and institutional allocators. The role offers exposure to a high volume of private-market opportunities across geographies and sectors.

Suited to candidates with prior private equity, credit, or principal investing experience.

Requirements

• 3–6 years' relevant experience at a leading advisory firm, investment bank, or principal investor
• Demonstrated workstream ownership on live transactions or mandates
• Strong technical foundation in the relevant practice area
• Cross-border execution experience preferred
• Right to work in the relevant jurisdiction