Private Equity Investment Associate - Strategy & Growth

Clavionix; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 400 000 - 600 000; Full time

Job summary

A private equity firm in Cape Town is looking for an Investment Associate to support the investment cycle. This role requires a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Finance or a related field, with strong analytical and financial modeling skills. The Investment Associate will conduct market research, financial analyses, and assist in preparing investment memoranda, enabling the firm to identify valuable investment opportunities and drive performance across portfolios.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of financial analysis, valuation techniques, and investment principles.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for preparing reports and presentations.
• Detail-oriented, structured, and capable of managing multiple transactions simultaneously.

Responsibilities

• Support the full investment cycle from origination to portfolio management.
• Conduct detailed financial modeling and valuation analyses.
• Participate in transaction structuring and support negotiations.

Skills

Financial analysis

Valuation techniques

Financial modeling

Market assessment

Analytical tools

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Finance, Economics, Business Administration, or related discipline

Tools

Excel

Job description

A private equity firm in Cape Town is looking for an Investment Associate to support the investment cycle. This role requires a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Finance or a related field, with strong analytical and financial modeling skills. The Investment Associate will conduct market research, financial analyses, and assist in preparing investment memoranda, enabling the firm to identify valuable investment opportunities and drive performance across portfolios.