Investment Management - Private Equity Solutions (PES) – Investment Senior Associate

PowerToFly; Greater London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A global asset management firm is seeking a Senior Associate for their Private Equity Solutions team in London. The role involves managing investment sourcing, leading research on diverse industries, and directing junior staff in financial analyses. Candidates should have a strong quantitative background, communication skills, and experience in private equity or investment banking. The position offers opportunities for personal and professional growth in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Comprehensive employee benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Supportive and inclusive environment

Qualifications

• Experience in private equity, investment banking, equity research, and/or management consulting.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Exceptional project management and execution skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage investment sourcing, opportunity diligence and evaluation.
• Structure and lead research on various industries and economic trends.
• Direct junior investment staff in financial analyses in support of investment processes.

Skills

Quantitative modeling

Investment analysis

Verbal communication

Written communication

Project management

Education

Undergraduate degree from a leading university

MBA from a leading business school

Job description

Investment Management - Private Equity Solutions (PES) – Investment Senior Associate London

Team Description

Morgan Stanley Investment Management (MSIM) is one of the largest global asset management organizations of any full‑service securities firm, with more than 40 years of history, a presence in 24 countries, and a total of $1.7 trillion in assets under management as of December 31, 2024. MSIM strives to provide outstanding long‑term investment performance, service and a comprehensive suite of investment management solutions to a diverse client base, which includes governments, institutions, corporations and individuals worldwide.

Morgan Stanley Private Equity Solutions (the Team), an investment team within MSIM, seeks to deliver innovative private markets solutions to a global client base across a variety of asset classes within private equity and related strategies. The Team is comprised of over 60 investment professionals based in suburban Philadelphia, New York, London, and Hong Kong and manages a global program across primary fund investing, co‑investing, and secondaries in developed and emerging markets. Overall, the Team has invested over $27bn across over 1,200 opportunities, as of December 31, 2024.

Position Description

The Team is seeking candidates, preferably with previous experience at investment banks, consulting firms, private equity firms, or private equity fund of funds for a Senior Associate position on our Private Equity Solutions team, focused on fund investments (primaries) and co‑investments.

Investment professionals at the Senior Associate level work closely with senior investment professionals on 4‑5 person deal teams and are responsible for investment analysis, research, and investment process management. The private markets program spans asset classes from venture capital to leveraged buyouts and special situations.

About Morgan Stanley

Morgan Stanley is a leading global financial services firm providing a wide range of investment banking, securities, investment management and wealth management services.

As a market leader, the talent and passion of our people is critical to our success. Together, we share a common set of values rooted in integrity, excellence, and strong team ethic. We can provide a superior foundation for building a professional career – a place for people to learn, to achieve and grow. A philosophy that balances personal lifestyles, perspectives and needs is an important part of our culture.

What will you be doing?

• Manage investment sourcing, opportunity diligence and evaluation, and portfolio monitoring by reviewing inbound investment materials, meeting with private equity fund managers, and assessing performance of specific companies and funds.
• Structure and lead research on a wide range of geographies, industries, companies, and macroeconomic trends.
• Direct junior investment staff in the creation and execution of financial analyses in support of the investment process (e.g., comparable company valuation analyses, LBO models, investment return projections with sensitivity analyses, track record analyses).
• Lead strategic initiatives with cross‑functional teams related to technology, data/systems, marketing, business development, sourcing, and business planning.

What we’re looking for:

• An undergraduate degree from a leading university. MBA from a leading business school a plus.
• Experience in private equity, investment banking, equity research, and/or management consulting.
• Highly motivated self‑starter with a team orientation.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Extensive quantitative modeling experience with an excellent understanding of financial concepts and valuation.
• Exceptional project management and execution skills with an ability to meet challenging deadlines while maintaining a high degree of quality and accuracy.
• A high level of intellectual curiosity in developing knowledge of private equity and capital markets.

What you can expect from Morgan Stanley:

We are committed to maintaining the first‑class service and high standard of excellence that have defined Morgan Stanley for over 89 years. Our values – putting clients first, doing the right thing, leading with exceptional ideas, committing to diversity and inclusion, and giving back – aren’t just beliefs, they guide the decisions we make every day to do what’s best for our clients, communities and more than 80,000 employees in 1,200 offices across 42 countries. At Morgan Stanley, you’ll find an opportunity to work alongside the best and the brightest, in an environment where you are supported and empowered. Our teams are relentless collaborators and creative thinkers, fueled by their diverse backgrounds and experiences. We are proud to support our employees and their families at any point along their work‑life journey, offering some of the most attractive and comprehensive employee benefits and perks in the industry. There’s also ample opportunity to move about the business for those who show passion and grit in their work.

To learn more about our offices across the globe, please copy and paste https://www.morganstanley.com/about-us/global-offices into your browser.

Certified Persons Regulatory Requirements

If this role is deemed a Certified role and may require the role holder to hold mandatory regulatory qualifications or the minimum qualifications to meet internal company benchmarks.

Flexible work statement

Interested in flexible working opportunities? Morgan Stanley empowers employees to have greater freedom of choice through flexible working arrangements. Speak to our recruitment team to find out more.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Morgan Stanley is an equal opportunities employer. We work to provide a supportive and inclusive environment where all individuals can maximize their full potential. Our skilled and creative workforce is comprised of individuals drawn from a broad cross section of the global communities in which we operate and who reflect a variety of backgrounds, talents, perspectives, and experiences. Our strong commitment to a culture of inclusion is evident through our constant focus on recruiting, developing, and advancing individuals based on their skills and talents.