Acanthus Capital
Senior Analyst/Associate - Secondaries Advisory
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Senior Analyst/Associate – Secondaries Advisory
About Acanthus:
Acanthus is a well-established private markets intermediary with a focus on private equity fundraising and secondary market advisory within the lower and mid-market buyout space in Europe. The business was founded in 1998 and has since built its reputation as a leading and trusted advisor.
The role sits within the growing Secondaries Advisory division, which facilitates both vanilla LP portfolio sales and more complex GP-led transactions. This is an exciting opportunity to join the division at its inflexion point in what is a rapidly evolving market. The successful candidate will benefit from on-the-job training and will become an integral part of the business, gaining significant exposure from day one.
Role overview:
We are seeking a hardworking, professional and commercially astute individual to join a growing and dynamic team. You will report to the Head of Secondaries and will gain direct exposure to all aspects of the transactions that we work on, taking on responsibilities that you may otherwise not at a larger firm.
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Key attributes:
- 1-5 years of complementary experience in a Secondaries Advisory or Fundraising at a reputable intermediary
- Enthusiastic, organised and diligent individual with a desire to develop a career in Secondaries Advisory
- The successful candidate will be well presented, personable and have an entrepreneurial streak
- Ability to multi-task, develop new relationships and thrive under pressure
- Highly numerate, have a solid understanding of financial markets and strong research skills
- High level of verbal and written English - fluency in an additional language would be advantageous
- Highly proficient in Excel, PowerPoint, Word and Preqin
- Ability to work within a team and also independently
- Strong quantitative, financial modelling and problem-solving skills
- A resilient and motivated self starter
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Key responsibilities:
- Direct support to the Head of Secondaries across all aspects of the business and transactions that we work on
- Assist with origination, helping to identify prospective clients whilst further developing existing relationships
- Prepare pitch books and marketing materials to a very high standard
- Support senior colleagues with client management on a day-to-day basis and at conferences/on marketing trips
- Redact confidential documentation and manage VDRs
- Maintain and update the CRM system diligently
Minimum Qualifications:
- A 2.1 Bachelor's degree from a reputable university in Finance, Economics, Business or other
Benefits:
- 25 days holiday
- Pension
- Private Healthcare
- Performance related bonus
- Lunch allowance
- Annual team trip
Anticipated start date – Q4 2026
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