Investment Manager, Highly Successful Specialist Private Equity Firm, London, UK

PER, Private Equity Recruitment; London; On-site; GBP 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job description

About our client

Our client, a prominent private equity fund specialising in the food services industry, is actively in search of a seasoned Investment Manager to lead deal processes.

This represents an opportunity to join a highly successful and growing private equity firm with a specialised focus on this dynamic sector. The selected candidate will enjoy a host of advantages, including a high degree of responsibility, access to experienced investment professionals, and fast career progression.

What the job involves

1. Lead deal execution process, including market analysis, financial due diligence, legal structuring, and negotiations
2. Develop and review financial models
3. Prepare investment memoranda and draft Term Sheets
4. Monitor portfolio companies and facilitate value creation initiatives
5. Generate analyses and recommendations for invested companies
6. Produce periodic portfolio company commentaries

Who we are looking for

1. Experience leading deals within private equity, ideally with exposure to the food industry
2. Exceptional project management and organisational skills, capable of managing complex workloads in a fast-paced environment
3. Strong analytical capabilities and advanced financial and business modelling skills
4. Effective communication and presentation skills, comfortable engaging with senior management, and ability to work collaboratively
5. Self-organised, self-motivated, action-oriented, and efficient
6. Additional European languages are advantageous but not required