Investment Associate/Manager

TopRecroot; Amsterdam; On-site; EUR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading investment fund is looking for an Investment Associate to join their growing investment team in Amsterdam. This role involves deal sourcing, due diligence, and managing the investment process across various sectors in Europe. Candidates should have a Master’s degree in Finance or related fields, along with a proven track record in private equity or investment banking. Strong analytical and communication skills are essential for collaborating in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in relevant field; MBA is preferred.
• Experience in private equity or investment banking.
• Proficient in financial modeling and valuation techniques.

Responsibilities

• Source and cultivate relationships with investment targets.
• Conduct financial, commercial, and operational analysis.
• Develop and update financial models for investments.
• Contribute to transaction structuring and negotiations.
• Collaborate with portfolio companies post-investment.

Skills

Deal Sourcing

Due Diligence

Financial Modeling & Valuation

Deal Execution

Portfolio Management

Communication Skills

Relationship Building

Analytical Skills

Education

Master’s degree in Finance, Business, Economics, or related discipline

MBA or advanced degree

Job description

My team is collaborating with a leading investment fund headquartered in the Netherlands, which is growing its investment team and recruiting talent at the Investment Associate, Senior Associate, and Investment Manager levels. The position is located in Amsterdam and focuses on direct investments across various sectors in the Benelux area and throughout Europe.

Key Responsibilities

• Deal Sourcing: Actively source and cultivate relationships with prospective investment targets in the Benelux region and Europe, using proprietary networks and external sources.
• Due Diligence: Conduct comprehensive financial, commercial, and operational analysis on potential deals, covering market analysis, competitive landscapes, and risk evaluation.
• Financial Modeling & Valuation: Develop and update robust financial models (including DCF, LBO, and comparable valuations) to inform investment theses and track portfolio performance.
• Deal Execution: Contribute directly to all stages of transactions, from structuring and negotiations to managing interactions with legal, tax, and advisory teams.
• Portfolio Management: Partner with portfolio company leadership post-investment to implement operational enhancements and deliver value-creation strategies.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Finance, Business, Economics, or related discipline; MBA or advanced degree highly preferred.
• Proven track record in private equity, investment banking, or comparable deal-oriented roles.
• Advanced analytical skills and expertise in financial modeling and valuation techniques.
• Strong communication and relationship-building abilities, with proficiency in collaborative team environments and external partnerships.
• Fluency in English required; Dutch is advantageous but not mandatory for all positions.