Investment Analyst, Early-Stage Private Equity

Finatal; London; On-site; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing early-stage private equity firm in London is seeking a motivated Investment Analyst. This role offers significant hands-on investment exposure and the opportunity to work on strategic projects across portfolio companies. Ideal candidates will have strong numeracy skills and a genuine interest in private equity. Proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint is required, alongside excellent analytical and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Proactive learner with high intellectual and emotional intelligence.

Responsibilities

• Support deal sourcing, market research, and pipeline development.
• Assist in financial modelling, due diligence, and investment execution.
• Work directly with portfolio companies on strategic projects.
• Contribute to fund reporting and internal initiatives.

Skills

Strong numeracy

Understanding of financial statements

Proficient in Excel

Proficient in PowerPoint

Excellent analytical skills

Excellent communication skills

Genuine interest in private equity

Proactive

Comfortable in a fast-paced team

Job description

Investment Analyst, Early-Stage Private Equity Fund

Attractive Salary

Central London

Ref: SB14077

Finatal is working with a growing early-stage private equity firm seeking a bright and motivated Investment Analyst to join its London-based team. This role provides an excellent opportunity to accumulate hands-on investment experience and a higher level of exposure than typically offered at the analyst level.

The right candidate is a proactive learner, with both high intellectual and emotional intelligence.

The Role:

• Support deal sourcing, market research, and pipeline development
• Assist in financial modelling, due diligence, and investment execution
• Work directly with portfolio companies on strategic projects
• Contribute to fund reporting and internal initiatives

Candidate Profile:

• Strong numeracy and understanding of financial statements
• Proficient in Excel and PowerPoint
• Excellent analytical and communication skills
• Genuine interest in private equity and venture capital
• Proactive and comfortable in a fast-paced, small team

An excellent opportunity to gain end-to-end investment exposure and build a long-term career in private equity.