Investment Manager – Private Equity

Job Title : Investment Manager – Private Equity (Small Cap)

Location : Stuttgart (Hybrid : 3 days per week in the office)

About the Firm

The firm is a dedicated small-cap private equity investor, partnering with entrepreneurs and management teams to accelerate growth and unlock long-term value. With a hands‑on investment approach, the team supports portfolio companies in strategic initiatives, operational improvements, and expansion opportunities.

Role Overview

The Investment Manager will play a key role in sourcing, evaluating, and executing investments in small and mid‑sized companies, as well as supporting value creation initiatives within the portfolio. The position requires a strong mix of analytical ability, transaction experience, and commercial judgment, with exposure to a broad range of industries and business models.

Key Responsibilities

• Source, evaluate, and execute small‑cap private equity investments.
• Lead financial modelling, company valuations, market analysis, and due diligence.
• Prepare and present investment proposals to the Investment Committee.
• Actively support portfolio companies in growth, operational improvement, and add‑on acquisitions.
• Monitor portfolio performance and contribute to value creation strategies.
• Build strong networks with entrepreneurs, advisors, and financing partners to enhance deal flow.

Qualifications & Experience

• 4–7 years of relevant professional experience.
• For more senior candidates: direct private equity experience, ideally with exposure to small‑ or mid‑cap transactions.
• For more junior candidates: experience in investment banking (M&A), strategy consulting, or Big 4 Transaction Advisory, with a strong motivation to build a career in private equity.
• Excellent financial modelling and analytical skills, with attention to detail and commercial acumen.
• Entrepreneurial mindset with the ability to work closely with founders and management teams.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with fluency in German and English.

What We Offer

• Hybrid working model: 3 days per week in the Stuttgart office.
• Direct exposure to small‑cap investments with significant responsibility from the start.
• Entrepreneurial culture with flat hierarchies and hands‑on involvement in portfolio value creation.
• Attractive compensation package, reflecting experience and impact.