VP, Direct Equity

Hamilton Lane; London; On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Associate to join their dynamic team, focusing on the full life cycle of private equity investments. This role involves evaluating opportunities, conducting due diligence, and preparing recommendations for the Investment Committee. The firm values collaboration, integrity, and innovation, providing a supportive environment for professional growth. With a commitment to employee development and a competitive benefits package, this opportunity is perfect for those looking to make a significant impact in the private markets sector. If you have a passion for investment and a drive to excel, this position is an exciting next step in your career.

Benefits

Healthcare coverage

Mental health resources

Health & fitness reimbursement

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off to volunteer

Adoption reimbursement

Paid time off for new parents

Employee stock purchasing plan

Annual discretionary bonus

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in co-investment, secondaries, buyout, or M&A.
• Strong quantitative and qualitative analytical skills required.

Responsibilities

• Support senior team members in originating new investment opportunities.
• Conduct thorough due diligence and lead diligence calls with sponsors.
• Prepare Investment Committee memoranda and present recommendations.

Skills

Quantitative analytical skills

Qualitative analytical skills

Strong communication skills

Team orientation

Positive attitude

Self-motivated

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor's degree

Relevant certifications

Job description

Hamilton Lane is looking to expand our team to satisfy the needs of our growing client base. Hamilton Lane is built on collaboration, teamwork and integrity. Our employees pursue excellence and always strive to do the right thing. We invest in our employees, clients and partner relationships, as well as, in the technology and resources necessary to remain competitive, working in a competitive environment that inspires innovation.

What we do:

As a recognized leader in providing Private Markets Investment and Technology Solutions to clients across the globe, we manage approximately $134.9 billion in discretionary assets and have oversight of an additional $821.2 billion in non-discretionary assets as of December 31, 2024.

The Opportunity:

As a Senior Associate, you will be responsible for the full life cycle of private equity direct and co-investments – from evaluating investment opportunities through monitoring and exiting investments. As an integral part of the Direct Equity group, the Associates will work on deal teams to drive the investment process.

Your responsibilities will be to:

1. Support senior team members in originating new investment opportunities.
2. Source and evaluate prospective investments by assessing key risks/merits and developing cogent investment theses.
3. Conduct thorough due diligence and lead diligence calls with GP sponsors and portfolio companies.
4. Perform rigorous financial analyses to support investment decisions, including valuation, structure, and returns.
5. Prepare Investment Committee memoranda and present recommendations to the Investment Committee.
6. Assist deal team members with underwriting, negotiating and closing investments.
7. Contribute to the ongoing management of investments to enhance value across the portfolio.
8. Contribute to pursuing creative and optimal exit strategies to maximize returns.
9. Keep abreast of the competitive landscape and current trends across private equity and other private markets.
10. Develop and foster relationships with internal and external stakeholders (GPs, LPs, intermediaries, advisors).
11. Represent the firm in the market by networking and speaking at industry conferences and other events.
12. Mentor and develop associates and analysts within the team and London office.

Your background will include:

1. 5+ years of relevant experience (co-investment, secondaries, buyout, M&A).
2. Solid foundation of quantitative and qualitative analytical skills.
3. Strong communication skills.
4. Team orientation – foster collaboration within and across teams.
5. Positive attitude, ability to take initiative, thirst for learning, ability to ramp up quickly.
6. Exceptional work ethic – drive, self-motivated as well as ability to motivate others.
7. Foster mutual trust and respect; demonstrate solid values, ethics and moral compass.

Benefits:

At Hamilton Lane, our benefits philosophy is simple. To provide our employees with a competitive suite of benefits and services to help navigate through the complexities and challenges of working, living, raising a family, and eventually retiring.

Enhancing Your Physical and Emotional Health:

• Employees have access to healthcare coverage, mental health resources, health & fitness reimbursement program, and Wellness Rewards Program.

Developing Your Career:

• Tuition and certification reimbursement program are available along with continual education and development trainings for you to grow with Hamilton Lane.

Supporting Your Family & Community:

• For our communities, Hamilton Lane provides paid time off to volunteer and compensates for referring qualified candidates that join our team.
• For growing families, we offer an adoption reimbursement program, paid time off for new parents and newlyweds, and provide travel support for nursing parents.

Safeguarding Your Financial Wellbeing:

• Contributes to retirement programs and offers an employee stock purchasing plan.
• Competitive compensation package with eligibility for an annual discretionary bonus.

Hamilton Lane is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to their race, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, marital status, domestic partner status, or medical condition.