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

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.