Private Equity Associate & Mid-Market Investor

Flynn and Chase; Greater London; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent private equity firm in the UK is seeking a driven professional to join their team. Candidates should have 2-4 years of experience in private equity or investment banking, with strong skills in financial modelling and communication. This opportunity offers fast-tracked responsibility, mentorship from experienced leaders, and a clear path to senior positions. The firm focuses on sustainable value creation with no international travel required, providing competitive compensation packages.

Benefits

Private medical insurance

Pension

Flexible benefits

Performance-based bonus

Qualifications

• 2-4 years in private equity, investment banking (M&A), or corporate development.
• Advanced financial modelling (LBOs, DCF, comps) and transaction execution experience.
• Entrepreneurial mindset with genuine passion for backing management teams.

Responsibilities

• Source opportunities and prepare investment materials.
• Lead financial modelling, valuation, and due diligence.
• Support boards and execute buy-and-build strategies.

Skills

Financial modelling

Communication skills

Collaborative working style

Education

Strong academic credentials (2:1+ from leading university)

Job description

About Our Client

Our client is the UK’s most active mid-market private equity investor, backed by one of the country’s largest banking groups with 40+ years of track record. With £1+ billion of committed capital and a portfolio of 90+ businesses, they deployed £200+ million in 2025.

This evergreen capital platform invested over £5 billion since inception. Portfolio companies grow 3.3x faster than the UK SME average, supported by dedicated value creation teams and sector specialists.

Key Responsibilities

• Deal Origination: Source opportunities through advisor networks and proactive outreach; screen investments and prepare IC materials
• Transaction Execution: Lead financial modelling, valuation, due diligence coordination; prepare investment memos and manage deals from LOI to close
• Portfolio Management: Support boards, monitor performance, identify value creation initiatives, execute buy-and-build strategies
• Sector Coverage: Develop deep expertise in Healthcare, Technology, Business Services, Industrials, or Consumer sectors

Candidate Profile

Essential Requirements:

• 2-4 years in private equity, investment banking (M&A), or corporate development
• Advanced financial modelling (LBOs, DCF, comps) and transaction execution experience
• Strong academic credentials (2:1+ from leading university)
• Entrepreneurial mindset with genuine passion for backing management teams
• Excellent communication skills and collaborative working style

Desirable:

• UK mid-market transaction experience (£10-100M EV)
• Sector exposure in Healthcare, Technology, Business Services, Industrials, or Consumer
• Understanding of private equity value creation methodologies
• ACA or CFA qualifications

What’s On Offer

Career Development

• Fast-tracked responsibility with genuine deal ownership from day one
• Direct mentorship from Managing Partners and Investment Directors
• Clear progression pathway to Investment Director and Partner levels
• Exposure to 90+ portfolio companies across diverse sectors

Investment Platform

• UK-focused: Deep mid-market specialization, no international travel
• Patient capital: Evergreen structure eliminates fund pressures; focus on sustainable value creation
• Flexible structures: MBOs, development capital, minority/majority stakes, buy-and-builds
• Relationship-driven: Genuine partnerships where management often retains control

Compensation

• Competitive base salary aligned with leading mid-market PE firms
• Performance-based bonus
• Carried interest participation (from Senior Associate level)
• Private medical insurance, pension, flexible benefits