Private Equity Analyst

BlueOrchard Finance Ltd; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

BlueOrchard Finance Ltd seeks a Private Equity Analyst based in London to support origination and execution of private equity transactions in emerging and frontier markets. You will work with local and global teams on market research, due diligence, and reporting for investment committees.

The role requires 1-3 years in private equity or corporate finance, strong financial modelling, and excellent presentation skills. Fluency in Spanish is a plus.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of relevant work experience with a leading Private Equity or Corporate Finance firm.
• Strong analytical and technical skills including financial modelling.
• Strong report-writing and presentation skills for senior stakeholders.
• Graduate from a leading university.
• Fluency in Spanish would be an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Conduct market research, screen targets, and analyse investments (valuation and structuring).
• Develop market insights and generate deal ideas with the private equity team.
• Assist due diligence with financial analysis and modelling.
• Prepare investment memos for the Investment Committee.
• Monitor post-investment valuation and asset management; prepare reports for committees and investors.
• Support monthly/quarterly valuation reports and fundraising reporting.

Skills

Financial modelling

Analytical skills

Presentation skills

Spanish (advantage)

Education

Leading university

Job description

BlueOrchard is a leading global impact investment manager with a long-standing track record of delivering financial returns alongside measurable social and environmental outcomes. Established in 2001 as part of a United Nations initiative, the firm has been a pioneer in impact investing, with a particular focus on emerging and frontier markets. With more than two decades of experience, global reach and deep local expertise, BlueOrchard offers a broad range of impact investment strategies designed to meet the needs of institutional, private, and public investors. These solutions provide access to high-growth markets while supporting job creation and sustainable economic development. The firm has invested billions of dollars across more than 100 countries, benefiting millions of underserved micro-, small- and mid-sized enterprises. As part of Schroders, a global asset manager with a heritage spanning over 200 years, BlueOrchard combines specialist impact investing capabilities with institutional-grade infrastructure and governance. Become part of this unique success story and join our fast-growing company in London, United Kingdomas

Private Equity Analyst

In this role, you will support the origination and execution of private equity transactions with a focus on financial services in emerging and frontier markets. Based in London, you will work closely with local investment teams around the globe.

Key tasks

• Conduct market research, screen potential targets and analyse potential investments, including financial analysis, structuring and valuation;
• Develop a thorough understanding of our markets and generate deal ideas in collaboration with the private equity team;
• Assist the senior team members in due diligence with financial analysis and financial modelling on transactions;
• Support the preparation of investment memos for the Investment Committee;
• Monitor transactions post investment, valuation, and asset management activities.
• Support the senior team in monthly and quarterly valuation reports to the valuation committee, quarterly report to the investors and weekly report to the Global Private Equity forum. Prepare additional ad-hoc reports for Annual General Meetings, investors presentation and support senior leadership in RFP and fundraising form preparation and reporting. Analytical skills and aptitude to produce reports is a mandatory requirement as the reporting component of this role represents a relevant part of the analyst scope.

Required skills and experience

• 1-3 years of relevant work experience with a leading firm in Private Equity or Corporate Finance firm, experience in Climate-focused Private Equity is an advantage;
• Strong analytical and technical skills (including financial modelling);
• Strong report-writing and presentation skills, including the ability to prepare clear, compelling recurring PowerPoint and word presentations for senior stakeholders. Previous experience in financial services and emerging markets;
• Graduate from a leading university;
• Fluency in Spanish would be an advantage.

Your personal profile

• Enjoys preparing clear, insightful reports and presentations for a range of stakeholders.
• Demonstrates a strong analytical mindset, with excellent diligence, attention to detail and a rigorous approach to financial figure consistency, valuation methodologies, auditing, and compliance to internal committees’ approval.
• Proactive, high energy, self-confident and entrepreneurial mind-set;
• Ability to work autonomously and pro-actively and to take on responsibility quickly;
• Passion for Impact Investing and Emerging Markets.

What we offer

• Work in a global and fast-growing company with a true commitment to its mission of fighting global poverty and climate change;
• An entrepreneurial culture, offering multiple opportunities for learning and development;
• A dynamic and multicultural team spread around the globe;
• Attractive compensation and exciting career opportunities.

Deadline for application is 30 September 2026.