Associate, Private Equity

PSP Investments; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading investment firm in the City of London is looking for an Associate in Private Equity. The role involves analyzing investment opportunities, assisting in due diligence, and building financial models. The ideal candidate will have a degree in business or economics, along with three to four years of relevant experience. The firm offers a competitive benefits package and emphasizes career development and inclusivity.

Benefits

Comprehensive group insurance plans

Competitive pension plans

Unlimited virtual healthcare services

Gender-inclusive paid family leave

Personalized family-building support

Vacation days from day one

Hybrid work model

Qualifications

• Three to four years of experience in investment banking or consulting.
• Strong understanding of corporate finance and accounting principles.
• International experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform analysis of investment opportunities.
• Assist in due diligence and investment assessment.
• Build and review financial models.
• Prepare investment recommendation memorandums.
• Contribute to post-investment monitoring.

Skills

Financial modelling

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Education

Business or Economics degree

Scientific degree

Job description

ABOUT US

We’re one of Canada’s largest pension investors, with CAD$299.7 billion of net assets as of March 31, 2025.

We invest funds for the pension plans of the federal public service, the Canadian Forces, the Royal Canadian Mounted Police and the Reserve Force. Headquartered in Ottawa, PSP Investments has its principal business office in Montréal and offices in New York, London and Hong Kong.

Capturing and leading complex global investments requires us to work as one to seize valuable opportunities, in close collaboration with some of the world’s top companies. At PSP Investments, you’ll join a team of motivated and engaged professionals, dedicated to propelling our organization further than ever before.

ABOUT YOUR ROLE

As an Associate, Private Equity you’ll:

• Perform preliminary analysis of potential investment opportunities – company and market research, financial and valuation analysis, meetings with prospective partners and advisors, industry expert interviews, etc
• Assist in due diligence – support the team across the various due diligence workstreams on live transactions, helping to assess key investment merits and risks (including commercial, financial, tax, structuring, ESG and other workstreams)
• Build and/or review financial models, including extensive business plan and LBO analysis
• Prepare and present investment recommendation memorandums and other internal/external materials
• Contribute to post-investment monitoring activities and interact with portfolio companies’ management teams
• Role entails business travel, largely across Europe and on occasion globally

WHAT YOU’LL NEED

• Excellent academic credentials: a business, economics or scientific degree is preferred, but other degrees will also be considered
• Three (3) to four (4) years of experience within an investment banking (Leverage Finance/ M&A), consulting, or direct investment environment, with relevant exposure to transactions and investment analysis
• Strong communication skills with ability to articulate and present facts and ideas effectively both verbally and in writing

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR

• Strong analytical and quantitative skills, with full proficiency in financial modelling (both operating and LBO)
• Solid understanding of corporate finance and key accounting principles
• Outstanding commercial judgment and critical thinking skills, with a creative approach to problem solving
• Proactive attitude and deep sense of ownership and initiative
• Mature personality motivated to work in a fast-paced environment
• International experience considered a strong asset

BENEFITS

We offer a tailored employee experience and competitive total rewards and benefits package* designed to attract and retain global diverse talent, reward performance, and reinforce business strategies and priorities. Beyond salary and incentive pay eligibility, you have access to:

• Investment in career development
• Comprehensive group insurance plans
• Competitive pension plans
• Unlimited access to virtual healthcare services and wellness programs
• Gender-inclusive paid family leave policy: up to 26 weeks for primary caregivers, 5 weeks for secondary caregivers
• A personalized family-building support, from pre-pregnancy to menopause, with available financial assistance
• Vacation days available on day one with additional days on milestone service anniversaries, and summer Friday afternoons off
• A hybrid work model with a mix of in-office and remote days

*Benefits package may vary based on your employee type.

At PSP Investments, we aim to provide a workplace where everyone feels valued, safe, respected and empowered to grow. As part of this leadership commitment, we strongly encourage applications from all qualified applicants and strive to offer an inclusive and accessible candidate experience. If you require any accommodation for any part of the recruitment process, please let us know.

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