Blacklock Group
Private Equity Associate - London
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About the Opportunity
We are partnering with a leading UK mid-market private equity investor with a strong track record of backing ambitious businesses across sectors including Business Services, Healthcare, Technology, Consumer and Industrials. With a collaborative investment culture and significant capital available for deployment, the firm is seeking to add an Associate to its London-based investment team.
This is an opportunity to join a highly active investor that works closely with management teams to drive transformational growth, operational improvement and value creation across its portfolio.
The Role
As an Associate, you will play a key role across the full investment lifecycle, supporting the execution of new investments and working alongside portfolio companies to deliver strategic initiatives and growth plans.
Responsibilities will include:
- Evaluating potential investment opportunities across a range of sectors
- Conducting financial analysis, valuation modelling and return assessments
- Leading and coordinating due diligence workstreams with external advisors
- Preparing investment committee materials and presenting findings to senior stakeholders
- Supporting transaction execution from initial screening through to completion
- Monitoring portfolio company performance and identifying value creation opportunities
- Working closely with management teams on strategic projects, acquisitions and growth initiatives
- Developing and maintaining relationships with investment banks, intermediaries and industry executives
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Candidate Profile
We are interested in speaking with high-calibre candidates who possess:
- 2–5 years of experience within Investment Banking, Private Equity or Transaction Services
- Strong M&A and financial modelling capabilities
- Experience analysing and executing complex transactions
- Excellent commercial judgement and analytical skills
- Outstanding communication and stakeholder management abilities
- A proactive, entrepreneurial mindset and genuine interest in investing
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent academic achievement
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What's on Offer
- Exposure to high-quality mid-market buyout transactions
- Significant responsibility and direct interaction with senior investment professionals
- Active involvement in portfolio value creation initiatives
- A collaborative and meritocratic team environment
- Clear progression opportunities within a growing investment platform
- Competitive compensation package including bonus and carried interest participation potential
If you are currently working in Investment Banking or Private Equity and are interested in joining a leading mid-market investor, we would welcome a confidential conversation.
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