Responsibilities- Source, execute and lead direct investments in technology businesses in the Americas; this person must be scrappy and comfortable with finding investment themes and opportunities and not wait for a CIM to appear on his/her desk
- Manage quantitative and qualitative due diligence, including oversight of team-members and third-party advisors
- Develop and review valuation analyses, lead the preparation of investment memoranda for, and present opportunities in, Investment Committee meetings
- Lead review and negotiations of legal transaction documentation (e.g., SPA, SHA, MIP, etc.), including coordination of support from internal and external legal advisors
- Contribute to structuring and raising debt financing, together with Partners Group's Capital Markets team
- Actively engage with management teams and the boards of portfolio companies, including guiding the preparation of board materials and responsibility for certain post-closing value-creation initiatives
- Develop exit strategy for portfolio companies and manage exit activities on a day to day basis (e.g., IPO or sell side process)
- Manage relationships with key investment stakeholders, counterparties and partners
- Recruit, lead and mentor junior transaction-professionals in and outside of investment processes
- Contribute to Partners Group's client related activities (e.g., "pitches", updates, reporting, etc.)
What we expectPivotal Experience & Expertise- At least 6+ years of private equity experience with a focus on the technology vertical, typically preceded by 2-3 years of investment banking experience
- Strong understanding of the technology landscape and top software categories, and deep understanding of the software and SAAS business, ecosytem and revenue models.
- Strong existing relationships with intermediaries
- Superior business judgment in holistically assessing investment opportunities - market trends, strategic dynamics, company performance and quality of management teams
- Ability to "manage up and down" in coordinating investment processes, while ensuring high-quality execution
- Have superior written, verbal, and interpersonal communication and presentation skills and the ability to clearly articulate and execute strategic initiatives;
- Education and/or prior work experience in a technical discipline (computer science, data science) is a positive
Culture Fit & Impact- Culturally able to work in a highly collegial environment and be comfortable with a shared decision-making processes and collaborative approach
- Be in control of one's ego and be focused on the shared success of the organization and its investors vs. solely personal goals
- Be a team player who is just as prepared to do the associate's work when needed as his/her own work
- Be able to forge meaningful relationships with colleagues and portfolio company executives creating an environment of open and trusting communication
- Be a self-starter, who can interact collaboratively, but operate independently as required
- Have acute organizational and communication skills, coupled with a high level of maturity and professional presence
- Capable of driving consensus at all levels in order to build a thesis that supports the investment model, with an efficient, effective, proactive plan that can support growth and change
- Be flexible and fluid enough to promote change; be a visionary able to develop and implement "best practices"
- S/he must possess unquestionable integrity and professionalism
- Keenly interested in finding a firm within which to build his or her career
- Have positive industry reputation for integrity, fair dealing, and value creation
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. Our offerings include:
- Professional, international, and high-performing work-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 13 holidays annually
- One-month sabbatical after every five years of service
- Company paid life and disability insurance
- Education assistance program
- Lunch stipend
- Domestic and international events, including offsites and volunteer opportunities
Partners Group compensation has a long-term outlook and philosophy, and our total compensation emphasizes performance based long term incentives. Base pay range for this role is $250,000 - 275,000 and a performance-based bonus and equity are additional parts of the total compensation package.
Make an impact on the organization by taking a leading role in the growth of our US business. Our working environment is humble, inclusive and transparent.
