Private Equity Investment Analyst

Allied Irish Banks; London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services firm in London is looking for a Private Equity Investment Analyst to join their team. This role requires 2+ years of experience and a solid grasp of investment principles. You'll be responsible for financial modelling, investment monitoring, and supporting the team in various analytical tasks. The firm offers a competitive benefits package and a hybrid working model to ensure a positive work-life balance.

Benefits

Generous pension scheme

Educational sponsorship

Health insurance

Qualifications

• 2+ years of transaction experience in investment or corporate finance.
• Demonstrate superior financial skills.
• Excellent commercial awareness and project management skills.

Responsibilities

• Complete initial investment review and screening.
• Support team via financial analysis.
• Undertake financial modelling for potential investments.
• Participate in negotiations of new investments.

Skills

Investment principles knowledge

Strong numerical skills

Financial statement understanding

Education

Bachelor's degree in business, finance or accounting

CFA/ACA/ACCA preferred

Job description

Overview

About the Private Equity Investment Analyst role

We have an exciting opportunity within our Private Equity Investment team. Goodbody Capital Partners is an active Irish focused Private Equity Investment Manager, investing both into funds that are active in Ireland and directly into Irish growth companies.

Responsibilities

• Complete initial investment review and screening of potential investment opportunities
• Support other members of the team, primarily but not exclusively through financial analysis
• Undertake extensive financial modelling to support potential investments
• Assist in preparation and presentation of potential investments
• Participate in execution and negotiation of new investments
• Provide ongoing monitoring of the investments
• Help build relationships with intermediaries, third party funds, investors and investee companies
• Assist in the recording and reporting of the investments
• Be a collaborative and positive team player

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor's degree: Degree in business, finance or accounting or CFA/ ACA/ACCA is preferred.
• Knowledge of investment principles, accounting and tax
• 2+ years of transaction experience in an investment, corporate development or corporate finance environment
• Demonstrate superior numerical and financial skills and a strong understanding of financial statements
• Excellent commercial awareness and project management skills

Ideal Characteristics

• Ability to operate independently in an environment of rapidly changing priorities.
• Demonstrate knowledge of the market with a strong eye for business development.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, drive and enthusiasm.
• Proven ability to gain the trust and confidence of both clients and colleagues.

Employee Value Proposition and Benefits

Goodbody is focused on helping our employees thrive, and we do this by bringing to life our Employee Value Proposition (EVP) 'Together we prosper'. Our firm's purpose is to create long-term prosperity, and we cannot execute on our purpose without the right talent at Goodbody. To make sure we attract and retain industry-leading, passionate and inspiring talent, we've built a vibrant culture based on inclusion, opportunities to grow and a commitment to 'do the right thing', one of our core values. We live this by offering:

• Regular employee events through our universal inclusion programme fostering a sense of belonging and celebrating differences. And an 'always on' approach to social, financial, mental and physical wellbeing.
• A benefits package that includes a generous pension scheme, educational sponsorship and health insurance, along with a hybrid working model to promote better work/life balance
• Opportunities to give back through sustainability initiatives, volunteering and on-site and online meetings with our charity partners

Compliance and Recruitment Notices

Goodbody is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to fostering an inclusive workplace which values and benefits from the diversity of our workforce. Reasonable accommodations are offered at every stage of our recruitment process. Should you have a reasonable accommodation request please include a note in your application or email us directly at

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Additional Information

Appointment to this role is subject to the candidate's eligibility to work in Ireland. Where agency assistance is required, our Recruitment Team will engage directly with suppliers. Unsolicited CVs / profiles supplied to Goodbody by recruitment agencies will not be accepted for this role. Goodbody operates a direct sourcing model and where agency assistance is required, the HR team will engage directly with our recruitment partners.

Goodbody Stockbrokers UC, trading as Goodbody, is regulated by the Central Bank of Ireland. In the UK, Goodbody is also subject to regulation by the Financial Conduct Authority. Goodbody is a member of Euronext Dublin and the London Stock Exchange. Goodbody is a member of the group of companies headed by AIB Group plc.

Goodbody Stockbrokers UC, trading as Goodbody, is regulated by the Central Bank of Ireland and Goodbody Stockbrokers UC is authorised and regulated in the United Kingdom by the Financial Conduct Authority. Goodbody is a member of Euronext Dublin and the London Stock Exchange. Goodbody is a member of the group of companies headed by AIB Group plc.