Associate - Mid-Market Private Equity Fund

Finatal; Greater London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading private equity firm is seeking an Associate focused on fintech and financial services. The role involves conducting market analysis, developing financial models, and supporting due diligence processes. Ideal candidates will have 2-3 years of investment banking experience and strong analytical skills. This position offers an attractive base salary plus bonus, within a dynamic and entrepreneurial environment.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years experience at an Investment Bank focused on Financial Services, Tech, or Fintech.
• Demonstrated expertise in financial modelling and business analysis.

Responsibilities

• Assist in industry research and market analysis.
• Develop financial models and support the due diligence process.
• Participate in deal transactions from start to finish.

Skills

Financial Modelling

Business Analysis

Transaction Development

Communication

Entrepreneurial Drive

Education

Degree in Finance

Degree in Economics

Degree in Business

Degree in Mathematics

Job description

Associate - Mid-Market Private Equity Fund

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Title: Associate – Mid-Market Private Equity Fund (Fintech & Financial Services Focus)

Location: London

Salary: Attractive Base + Bonus

Ref: HR020

Finatal is partnered with a mid-market private equity firm that recently raised $1 billion for its latest fund. The firm invests in high-growth, tech-enabled financial services companies, integrating ESG considerations throughout its investment process, emphasizing responsible growth and financial inclusion.

Experience:

Candidates should have two to three years of experience at an Investment Bank, focusing on Financial Services, Tech, or Fintech. Demonstrated expertise in financial modelling, business analysis, or transaction development is required, along with a relevant degree. A strong interest in entrepreneurship, financial services, and technology is also essential.

Responsibilities:

• Assist in industry research, market analysis, and proactive opportunity identification.
• Provide insights and analysis on potential opportunities to assess viability.
• Develop financial models, validate assumptions, and formulate investment rationales.
• Support the due diligence process.
• Participate in deal transactions from start to finish.

Your Profile:

The ideal candidate will possess a combination of technical, analytical, and interpersonal skills. As a key member of a growing, entrepreneurial team, you should also:

• Have a reasonable understanding of sourcing, originating, and executing transactions.
• Have investment experience within fintech and finance sectors.
• Possess core skills in financial modelling, analysis, valuation, and due diligence.
• Be creative, agile, flexible, rigorous, and organized.
• Develop proactive solutions and think strategically.
• Communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Be resilient and adaptable to a dynamic work environment.
• Build effective relationships with internal teams and external market participants.
• Display entrepreneurial drive and ambition to contribute to the fund's growth.
• Share the company's mission and values.
• Hold a degree in Finance, Economics, Business, or Mathematics.

Additional Details

• Seniority level: Associate
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Finance
• Industry: Venture Capital and Private Equity