About our clientOur client is an established private equity investor with a strong track record in the lower mid-market, partnering with ambitious, founder-led businesses to drive growth and transformation. The team invests across a range of sectors, with a particular focus on technology, software, and tech-enabled services.About our clientOur client is an established private equity investor with a strong track record in the lower mid-market, partnering with ambitious, founder-led businesses to drive growth and transformation. The team invests across a range of sectors, with a particular focus on technology, software, and tech-enabled services.With a collaborative and entrepreneurial culture, the firm offers a rare opportunity to join a high-performing, close-knit team that combines deep investment experience with a hands-on approach to value creation. The team has built a reputation for working closely with management teams, supporting businesses through both domestic and international growth.You’ll gain exposure to the full investment lifecycle, working directly with senior stakeholders from day one. This is a compelling opportunity for someone who is genuinely excited by the lower mid-market, enjoys working with founders, and wants to take on meaningful responsibility early in their career.What the job involvesSupporting senior investment professionals across all aspects of the deal lifecycleConducting detailed market research and target identification, particularly within lower mid-market opportunitiesBuilding and reviewing financial models, valuations, and investment materialsSupporting due diligence processes and preparing investment committee papersEngaging directly with management teams, advisors, and other stakeholdersContributing to portfolio company initiatives, including strategic projects, M&A, and performance monitoringWho we are looking forPrevious Associate level experience within private equity, investment banking or corporate financeStrong financial modelling and analytical skillset, with a solid understanding of accounting principlesDemonstrable interest in the lower mid-market, with an appreciation for working with founder-led and scaling businessesExposure to technology, software, or tech-enabled services is highly advantageousA professional qualification such as ACA, CFA (or equivalent) is highly desirableCommercially astute, with the ability to assess markets, business models, and growth dynamicsHigh attention to detail with strong written and verbal communication skillsCollaborative, proactive, and intellectually curious, with a genuine desire to learn and developComfortable operating in a lean, entrepreneurial team environment with high levels of responsibility #J-18808-Ljbffr