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Private Equity Investing Associate

£18.1 - £20.8 per hourEstimated

The Private Equity business within Goldman Sachs Alternatives makes direct equity investments across North America and Europe in a broad range of industries, and we seek to maximize investment value through operational and financial value creation. Our goal is to achieve long-term capital appreciation by committing equity to high quality companies with strong management teams. Associates in Private Equity are part of a talented team of investment professionals responsible for the acquisition and management of investments. Associates in Private Equity are part of a talented team of investment professionals responsible for the acquisition and management of investments. You will be involved in a wide range of high-profile transactions, which may include management buyouts, take-privates, add-on acquisitions, build ups, restructurings, recapitalizations, and dispositions.

PRIVATE EQUITY INVESTING

The Private Equity Investing business within Goldman Sachs Asset Management has been operating for over 30 years and invests across a broad range of industries, geographies, and transaction types with ~100 dedicated investment professionals globally. The latest flagship fund in our private equity platform is the West Street Capital Partners VIII, a $9.7bn vehicle. We pursue a strategy focused on long-term capital appreciation by committing to high-quality companies with strong management teams and actively supporting their development and value creation.

The Role & Responsibilities

Associates in Private Equity Investing will be integrally involved with all aspects of the investment cycle including: sourcing, identifying and evaluating attractive investment themes and opportunities; building relationships with management teams, senior advisors and external industry experts; performing due diligence; financing, structuring and closing transactions as well as developing, monitoring and implementing value creation strategies at our existing portfolio companies.

Skills & Experience

Business and Investment Judgement

  • Demonstrates good investment instincts and a thoughtful approach to investment opportunities. Ability to consider macro and micro drivers for investment success
  • Entrepreneurial mind-set in evaluating new investment opportunities
  • Demonstrates versatility in adapting to different industries and geographies

Communication Skills

  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills. European language skills are a plus
  • Structured and succinct presentation and communication
  • Relationship-building skills and ability to communicate with all levels of stakeholders, both internal and external

Technical Skills

  • Top-tier financial modelling and analytical skills including a thorough understanding of corporate finance concepts
  • Detail orientated approach to financial modelling and analytics

Soft Skills & Motivation

  • High level of integrity, strong work ethic and commitment to the job with a genuine enthusiasm to work and private equity
  • Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment and keen to take on responsibility
  • Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines. Resourceful approach to problem-solving

Background

  • Minimum of 2 years’ experience with leading investment banks, consulting firms, corporate, private equity firms and other alternative asset managers
  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent qualification with a track record of excellence in career and academics
Vacancy posted 24 days ago
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