About our client
Our client is a successful private equity firm backed by prestigious family-owned companies. As an active investor, they pursue opportunities in the DACH and Scandinavian lower mid-cap space with an emphasis on long-term value creation agenda, targeting companies with high growth potential and preferably an independent management.
At the back of their latest fund close, they are looking to add an investment manager to their deal team. This is a role with a high degree of autonomy and responsibility. You will lead the entire execution process in a dynamic and entrepreneurial working environment. They put a strong emphasis on the cultural fit, having almost zero churn since 15 years. The role will be based in Munich.
What the job involves
1. You will take the lead in the execution of new deals in the DACH region as well as in the active management of existing and new portfolio companies.
2. You will mentor and manage juniors in the deal team.
3. Execution of all relevant due diligence workstreams (e.g. commercial, financial, financing, legal and tax due diligence) incl. ongoing management of external advisors (e.g. strategy consultants, auditors, lawyers, tax consultants, industry experts).
4. Active involvement in defining and implementing value creation initiatives to optimise portfolio companies.
5. Prepare investment memoranda and draft term sheets.
6. Develop and review financial models.
7. Contribute constructive suggestions within team discussions to ensure all deals are of the highest quality.
Who we are looking for
1. Deal experience in direct private equity.
2. A down to earth style and ability to engage with the German speaking Mittelstand across the DACH region.
3. Proven track record in portfolio management.
4. Excellent interpersonal skills.
5. Native level German and fluent English language skills are a must.
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