Associate, Private Equity Buyout

Growth Equity Interview Guide; Singapore; On-site; SGD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Tikehau Capital in Singapore is seeking an Investment Associate to join its Private Equity team. You will source and evaluate investment opportunities, perform financial analyses, and assist in due diligence. This role offers exposure to a dynamic, global firm with growth potential in the APAC region.

The ideal candidate has 3–5 years of relevant PE/finance experience, strong modeling skills, and a proactive, team-oriented work ethic. Fluency in English and excellent communication are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Finance, Business, Economics, or related field.
• 3–5 years of relevant experience in Private Equity, Investment Banking, Transaction Services, or Corporate Finance.
• Strong preference for candidates with direct PE or M&A execution experience.
• Ability to build and review financial models and perform valuation analyses.
• Experience in due diligence processes and coordinating with external advisers.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Proactive team player with a strong work ethic.

Responsibilities

• Support the team in finding and evaluating new investment opportunities.
• Conduct financial modeling and market research.
• Assist in due diligence processes and coordinate with advisors.
• Prepare investment memorandums and presentations for internal committees.
• Monitor and manage portfolio companies and track their performance.
• Collaborate with senior team members and other stakeholders.

Skills

Financial modeling

Valuation analyses

Due diligence

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Team player

Education

Finance/Business/Economics degree

Job description

Tikehau Capital is looking for an Investment Associate to join their Private Equity team in Singapore. In this role, you’ll be involved in sourcing and evaluating investment opportunities, conducting financial analyses, and assisting in due diligence processes. This is a great opportunity for someone with a few years of experience in finance who wants to grow their career in private equity.

What You’ll Do

• Support the team in finding and evaluating new investment opportunities.
• Conduct financial modeling and market research.
• Assist in due diligence processes and coordinate with advisors.
• Prepare investment memorandums and presentations for internal committees.
• Monitor and manage portfolio companies and track their performance.
• Collaborate with senior team members and other stakeholders.

What You Need

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Finance, Business, Economics, or a related field.
• 3–5 years of relevant experience in Private Equity, Investment Banking, Transaction Services, or Corporate Finance.
• Strong preference for candidates with direct PE or M&A execution experience.
• Ability to build and review financial models and perform valuation analyses.
• Experience in due diligence processes and coordinating with external advisers.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Proactive team player with a strong work ethic.

What You’ll Love

• Opportunity to work in a dynamic and growing investment firm.
• Collaborate with experienced professionals in the private equity space.
• Engage in diverse investment projects and strategies.
• Develop your skills in financial analysis and investment evaluation.

About the Firm

• Tikehau Capital is a global alternative asset management group.
• They focus on private debt, private equity, and real estate.
• The firm has a strong presence in Europe, Asia, and North America.
• They are known for their entrepreneurial spirit and innovative investment strategies.