Investment Associate – FIG-Focused Private Equity Fund

Altus Partners; Greater London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in private equity is seeking a motivated Associate to join their investment team. This role offers an exciting opportunity to engage in the full deal lifecycle, from origination to execution and portfolio management. Collaborating closely with senior professionals, you will evaluate new investments, build financial models, and conduct due diligence in the Financial Institutions Group. Your analytical skills and commercial acumen will be essential in driving value creation and maintaining market intelligence. Join a dynamic team and make a significant impact in a high-performing environment focused on growth and innovation.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and execute new investments across Europe within the FIG space.
• Conduct detailed due diligence, including market analysis and competitive positioning.

Skills

Financial Modelling

Analytical Skills

Market Analysis

Due Diligence

Communication Skills

Presentation Skills

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.