Special Situations Investment Associate/Senior Associate

JR United Kingdom; Slough; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading investment firm in Slough seeks a Special Situations Investment Associate/Senior Associate. This hands-on role involves executing new investments, managing due diligence, and ensuring efficient exits. Ideal candidates have 3-5 years of relevant experience and strong financial modelling skills. Opportunities for personal growth and involvement in key investment strategies await.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years’ experience in transaction services, investment banking, private equity, or corporate finance.
• Proven experience in deal structuring and underwriting.
• Familiarity with European tax and legal frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Support execution of new investments and lead due diligence.
• Build and maintain advanced financial models with sensitivities.
• Prepare investment materials for Investment Committee.

Skills

Deal structuring

Financial modelling

Project management

Analytical skills

Strong communication

Tools

Excel

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Special Situations Investment Associate/Senior Associate, slough

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Client:

Finatal

Location:

slough, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Posted:

31.05.2025

Expiry Date:

15.07.2025

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Job Description:

Special Situations Investment Associate/Senior Associate, Private Credit Fund

London

The Opportunity:

Finatal is working with a sought after European Private Credit fund looking for an enthusiastic individual to join the investment team. This is a hands-on, execution-focused role that offers exposure across the full investment lifecycle — from deal evaluation and structuring through to ongoing asset management and exit.

Responsibilities:

Deal Execution:

• Support execution of new investments originated by senior team members
• Lead detailed financial and commercial due diligence
• Coordinate deal structuring and JV arrangements, including cap stack design (equity and debt)
• Build and maintain advanced financial models, including sensitivities and scenario analysis
• Interface with tax advisers and legal counsel to align deal structures with regulatory, tax and operational requirements
• Draft and review key documentation (SPAs, CP lists, term sheets, closing deliverables)
• Prepare high-quality investment materials for the Investment Committee
• Oversee execution workflows, approvals, closing steps and checklists
• Work with internal stakeholders (finance, legal, asset management) and external partners to support ongoing management of portfolio companies
• Build strong relationships with operating partners and management teams to help execute business plans
• Manage the realization of maturing investments, ensuring value is maximised and exits are executed efficiently
• Support broker dialogue and exit preparation (including IC materials and data room management)

Requirements:

Candidate Profile:

• 3–5 years’ experience in transaction services, investment banking, private equity, or corporate finance
• Proven experience in deal structuring and underwriting
• Advanced Excel and financial modelling skills
• Familiarity with European tax and legal frameworks
• Able to manage multiple deals at different stages, juggling timelines and priorities
• Highly organised with excellent project management capabilities
• Strong communicator and confident team player — able to take initiative and operate independently
• Additional European language (particularly German) is a strong advantage
• Excellent analytical modelling and written communication skills
• Highly attentive to detail and accuracy
• Ability to engage and challenge stakeholders constructively
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build internal and external relationships
• Self-starter with a collaborative mindset and commitment to continuous improvement
• Strong alignment with the fund’s values, including diversity, inclusion and ESG principles