Investment Associate, Leading Mid-Market Fund, London, UK

Company: PER
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Location: Hyde Park Corner
Job Description:

About our client

Our client is a highly regarded private equity firm that is widely recognised as a leader within the mid-market space. They have a strong track record of partnering with ambitious founders and management teams, supporting their growth as they scale into market-leading businesses. They are looking to add an Investment Associate to their high-performing, entrepreneurial London-based team, where you can expect to take on a high level of responsibility across the full investment lifecycle.

About our client

Our client is a highly regarded private equity firm that is widely recognised as a leader within the mid-market space. They have a strong track record of partnering with ambitious founders and management teams, supporting their growth as they scale into market-leading businesses. They are looking to add an Investment Associate to their high-performing, entrepreneurial London-based team, where you can expect to take on a high level of responsibility across the full investment lifecycle.

What the job involves

  • Identifying new investment opportunities and building relationships with potential targets
  • Hands-on involvement in transaction execution including all due diligence workstreams
  • Preparing models and investment materials to be submitted to partners, the investment committee, portfolio companies, or external parties
  • Supporting the investment committee on decision making
  • Working closely with portfolio companies across various strategic and value creation initiatives, including M&A, international expansion, and AI enhancement
  • Developing deep sector expertise across the business services space specifically

Who we are looking for

  • Associate-level experience in mid-market investment banking
  • Chartered accounting qualification would be beneficial
  • Strong financial modelling, analytical and problem-solving capabilities
  • Compelling written and verbal communication skills
  • Intellectually curious with excellent business judgment
  • Entrepreneurial and a self-starter; keen to get involved throughout the entire deal process and interact with management teams
  • Low-ego, collaborative and outgoing in nature
  • Interest in AI implementation and independent adoption of AI tools
  • Bachelor’s degree from a top university

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Posted: September 21st, 2026