What it's aboutPartners Group is seeking to hire a Denver-based, Associate-level investment professional to join the direct private equity investment team. This role will encompass leading control buyouts with equity check sizes ranging from USD 300m to USD 800m+. The Associate will be expected to work in the consumer and industrial industry verticals.
The Associate's role is to work in all aspects of the investment life cycle, including thematic research, origination, execution, structuring, pricing and negotiation of new private equity investments. The Associate will also monitor portfolio company performance through the investment period and help the team assess and effect a monetization of the investment that maximizes return.
What we expectSpecific responsibilities will include leading investment diligence and underwriting in all respects, including the following specific tasks:
- Apply critical thinking and judgment in prioritizing investment opportunities;
- Prepare industry and competitive research on industrials and specific businessesd;
- Lead construction of detailed, business unit-based financial models, including optimal capital structure, purchase price, adjustments and sensitivities to economic conditions;
- Draft investment committee reports while supervising external resources in the process;
- Interact with third party due diligence partners (tax professionals, attorneys, technical consultants, insurance, environmental, etc.);
- Assist in negotiating debt facilities and support the Deal Captain in negotiating purchase agreements, employment agreements and incentive compensation for management teams;
- Flex both upwards and downwards in order to coordinate the investment process and ensure every aspect of tdhe work gets done.
- Act proactively in all matters arising in the ordinary course of investment management, acting quickly to identify, address and correct issues;
- Identify and evaluate strategic opportunities such as acquisitions, divestitures, or entering new market/verticals;
- Provide support in investment exit process management.
What we offerPartners Group is a global financial institution that retains the culture, pace and agility of a start-up. As a growing firm, we are committed to attracting, developing and retaining the very best talent, by offering a workplace where results are truly recognized and rewarded. We offer a fantastic opportunity for you to grow:
- Professional, international working environment
- Challenging, rewarding career within a growing company
- Collaborative environment, with on-the-job training and mentorship opportunities
- Competitive benefits and wellness package, including medical, dental and vision coverage
- 401k (Roth and pre-tax options) with company match
- 25 vacation days and 12 holidays annually
- One month paid sabbatical after every five years of service
- Company paid life and disability insurance
- Competitive compensation package of a base pay range between 155k - 175k, including performance based annual incentives
- Education assistance program
- Lunch stipend
- Fun office and team events, including volunteer opportunities to connect with and help our local communities
Make an impact on the organization by taking a lead role in the growth of our US business. Our working environment is humble, inclusive and transparent, and the structure of the firm is flat.
