Private Equity Associate DACH (m/f/d) 100%

• Newly created role with direct exposure to senior PE decision-makers
• Exposure across primaries, secondaries & co-investments

About Our Client ##

Our client is a fast-growing global private equity investment platform with a strong international presence and an established track record across primary fund investments, secondaries and co-investments. Backed by significant global growth and a recent strategic acquisition, the firm is entering an exciting new phase of expansion and continues to strengthen its position as a leading player within the private markets industry.

Job Description ##

As an Associate, you will play an active role throughout the investment lifecycle across primary fund investments, secondaries and co-investments. Working closely with senior investment professionals, you will contribute to sourcing, evaluating, executing and monitoring private equity investments globally.

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Supporting the screening, evaluation and execution of private equity investment opportunities across primary, secondary and co-investment strategies.
• Conducting detailed commercial, financial and market analyses to identify attractive investment opportunities.
• Building and reviewing complex financial models, valuation analyses and return scenarios.
• Performing due diligence, including financial, operational, legal, tax and ESG assessments in collaboration with internal and external stakeholders.
• Preparing investment memoranda, investment committee materials and presentation documents for senior decision-makers.
• Supporting transaction execution processes from initial evaluation through to closing.
• Monitoring portfolio companies and fund investments, analysing performance and identifying potential risks and value-creation opportunities.
• Contributing to portfolio construction, portfolio analytics and strategic investment reviews.
• Conducting market research and developing investment insights on private equity managers, sectors and market trends.
• Maintaining relationships with fund managers, intermediaries, advisors and other key market participants.
• Assisting with investor reporting, fundraising initiatives and broader strategic projects.
• Supporting the continuous development and enhancement of investment processes, tools and best practices.

The Successful Applicant ##

To be considered for this opportunity, you will possess:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Finance, Economics, Business Administration or a related discipline.
• Approximately 3-6 years of relevant professional experience gained within Private Equity, Investment Banking, Transaction Services, M&A Advisory, Corporate Finance or a comparable investment environment.
• Strong financial modelling, valuation and investment analysis capabilities.
• Proven exposure to transaction execution, due diligence and investment decision-making processes.
• Excellent analytical and quantitative skills combined with strong commercial judgement.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to interact confidently with senior stakeholders.
• Fluent English and German language skills; additional European languages would be considered an advantage.
• Demonstrated ability to thrive in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial and highly international environment.

What's on Offer ##

• Exclusive opportunity to join a highly reputable and rapidly growing global private markets investor.
• Broad exposure across primary fund investments, secondaries and co-investments.
• Direct interaction with experienced investment professionals and senior decision-makers.
• International investment exposure across a diversified private equity portfolio.
• Entrepreneurial, collaborative and high-performing culture.
• Strong long-term career development prospects within a growing organisation.

Interested?

For a confidential discussion regarding this opportunity, please apply directly or contact Michael Page Switzerland.

Quote job ref

JN-102026-7123756

Job Function

Banking & Financial Services

Specialisation

Venture Capitalism & Private Equity

Industry

Financial Services

Where

Zürich

Contract Type

Permanent

Job Reference

JN-102026-7123756