Investment Associate – FIG-Focused Private Equity Fund

JR United Kingdom; City Of London; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent position as an Investment Associate at a leading private equity fund in London. The role involves hands-on evaluation and execution of investments in the Financial Institutions Group, along with comprehensive responsibilities in deal lifecycle management and portfolio monitoring. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in investment banking or private equity, with a proactive approach to market intelligence and financial analysis.

Qualifications

• 2–6 years of experience in Investment Banking, Private Equity, or Strategy Consulting.
• Strong financial modelling and analytical capabilities.
• Demonstrable interest in financial institutions.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and execute new investments across Europe within the FIG space.
• Build financial models and undertake valuation work.
• Conduct detailed due diligence including market analysis.

Skills

Financial modelling

Analytical capabilities

Market analysis

Due diligence

Communication skills

Presentation skills

Commercial acumen

Job description

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Investment Associate – FIG-Focused Private Equity Fund, london (city of london)

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Client:

Altus Partners

Location:

london (city of london), United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Posted:

16.06.2025

Expiry Date:

31.07.2025

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Job Description:

THE SEARCH:

Altus Partners is exclusively partnering with a leading private equity fund specialising in investments across the Financial Services space, with a Pan-European mandate. With a proven track record of partnering with management teams to unlock growth, the fund operates across the European mid-market with a focus on broad sector coverage.

The firm is now looking to expand its investment team with the addition of an Associate, offering the opportunity to work closely with senior professionals on deal origination, execution, and portfolio management. The role provides broad exposure across the full deal lifecycle in a high performing, sector focused platform.

THE ROLE:

• Take a hands-on role in evaluating and executing new investments across Europe within the FIG space.
• Build and review financial models, undertake valuation work, and contribute to investment committee materials.
• Conduct detailed due diligence, including market analysis, competitive positioning, and regulatory assessment.
• Support portfolio monitoring activities, working closely with management teams and operating partners to drive value creation.
• Collaborate across origination, deal execution, and exit planning processes.
• Maintain market intelligence on FIG trends, competitors, and M&A activity.

THE REQUIREMENTS:

• 2–6 years of experience in Investment Banking, Private Equity, or Strategy Consulting, with some exposure to FIG transactions.
• Strong financial modelling and analytical capabilities.
• Demonstrable interest in financial institutions and the regulatory environment.
• Excellent commercial acumen with the ability to assess business models and value drivers.
• Highly motivated, collaborative team player with strong communication and presentation skills.