Private Equity Associate - 5+ PQE

Rutherford Search; London; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading private equity firm is seeking a talented Private Equity Associate to join their London team. This role involves advising top-tier firms on investments, working closely with management teams to minimize risks while maximizing returns, and contributing to business development.

Qualifications

• 5+ years PQE from a top-tier UK or international corporate practice.
• Strong grounding in company law and corporate transaction experience.
• Proven experience with leading mid-market or large cap investors a plus.

Responsibilities

• Advise on investments, bolt-on acquisitions, and exits for private equity firms.
• Assist with deal pipeline, direct deal origination, and market coverage.
• Provide clients with commercial advice throughout investment lifecycle.

Skills

Company Law

Corporate Transactions

Private Equity Deal Structuring

Market Practice

Education

England & Wales Qualified

5+ years PQE from a top-tier corporate practice

Job description

Our Client

Our client, a leading private equity firm, is seeking a talented Private Equity Associate to join their London-based team. The firm is a trusted advisor to mid-market investors and FTSE100 clients, offering a collaborative, high-performing culture, a competitive remuneration package and excellent prospects for career progression. This is an exciting opportunity to work alongside industry experts, contribute to business development and advise prominent private equity investors on building and executing their deal pipelines.

Position Overview

As a Private Equity Associate, you will play a crucial role in advising several prominent private equity firms on investments, bolt-on acquisitions, portfolio matters and exits. You will also work closely with founders and management teams on transactions financed by private equity, helping to minimise risk while maximising returns for investors.

Main Duties

Key responsibilities for this position will include, but are not limited to:

• Assist sponsors in building and executing their deal pipeline, supporting investments throughout their growth, and achieving the best possible exit

• Identify new opportunities through direct deal origination, market coverage calls and divestment trackers

• Execute buy-side mandates with speed and certainty during competitive processes

• Provide clients with commercial advice through the lifecycle of an investment to support value enhancement strategies

• Contribute to the supervision and development of other team members

• Participate in business and practice development activities to further the firm's growth and success

Your Profile

• England & Wales Qualified with 5+ years PQE from a top-tier UK or international corporate practice

• Strong grounding in company law and corporate transaction experience, including private equity deal structuring and market practice

• Proven experience working with leading mid-market or large cap investors highly advantageous

For more information about this position, please get in touch with Rebecca Collins.
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