Investment Director (Private Equity)

Pearse Partners; Greater London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a high-calibre Director to join their Business Services team. This pivotal role involves leading deal origination, execution, and portfolio value creation while shaping strategy and driving returns. The ideal candidate will possess strong UK investment experience and a track record of leading mid-market transactions. With a focus on strategic growth and mentoring junior team members, this position offers an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact in the UK business services ecosystem. Join a dynamic team and help drive the future of investment in this thriving sector.

Qualifications

• Strong UK investment experience in private equity or principal investing.
• Track record of leading mid-market transactions and exits.

Responsibilities

• Source and evaluate new investment opportunities across the UK business services sector.
• Lead transaction execution including diligence, structuring, and negotiation.

Skills

UK investment experience

Transaction execution

Strategic growth

Commercial acumen

Leadership

Job description

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We are recruiting on behalf of a leading UK mid-market private equity firm, this hire will focus on UK business across the business services ecosystem.

The Role

We are hiring a high-calibre Director to join our Business Services team. You will lead deal origination, execution, and portfolio value creation, playing a senior role in shaping strategy and driving returns.

Key Responsibilities

• Source and evaluate new investment opportunities across the UK business services sector
• Lead transaction execution including diligence, structuring, and negotiation
• Support and challenge portfolio company management as a board director
• Drive strategic growth, value creation, and exit planning
• Mentor and develop junior team members

Candidate Requirements

• Strong UK investment experience in private equity or principal investing
• Track record of leading mid-market transactions and exits
• Deep understanding of the UK business services landscape
• Strong commercial acumen and board-level presence
• Entrepreneurial mindset and collaborative leadership style

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Director

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Finance

• Industries

  Venture Capital and Private Equity Principals, Investment Banking, and Investment Management

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