Topgrad is currently recruiting talented graduates for a renowned private equity firm. This well-known investment group is offering an exciting opportunity for 2025, based in London. The firm specializes in wealth management, asset management, and related services.

This position offers a unique 12-month experience, providing a permanent role along with rotations in different teams to build expertise and professional skills.

THE POSITION

The opportunity is designed for young postgraduates with degrees from top universities. Participants will develop the technical and interpersonal skills needed for a future career, as well as the opportunity to build a network of peers within the company.

The alternative investment group, a leading player in hedge funds, private equity, real estate, and private debt, is looking to hire a graduate to join the Multi-Manager Private Equity & Co-Investments team. This team consists of high-achieving investment professionals.

Participants will join a dynamic and growing investment team, supporting global efforts to identify, analyze, and recommend investments both through funds and direct co-investments.

Only shortlisted candidates will be invited to the next stage of the recruitment process.

SALARY

Participants will be paid an annual salary ranging from £42,000 to £45,000. The firm is committed to ensuring the role is accessible to everyone, so additional financial support is available for those who require it, including funds in advance if needed to book accommodation and/or travel for the role.

YOUR ROLE

• Identifying and evaluating attractive secondary transactions, co-investments, and investments in funds.
• Creating detailed financial models to highlight relevant metrics for the investment decision-making process.
• Producing quality analysis of companies and diligence information to support investment conclusions.
• Identifying industry trends, challenges, and opportunities.
• Creating presentations and memos about new investment opportunities.
• Supporting pipeline management efforts and producing monitoring reports of the ongoing performance of portfolio company investments.

The position includes rotations in different teams within the group, allowing participants to gain a broader perspective on interdependency and synergies across departments and business lines. Participants will also develop leadership, business, and technical skills. At the end of the programme, participants will be ready to take a full-time position on the Private Equity team in United Kingdom.

YOUR PROFILE

• University degree in a relevant field such as finance, accounting, or economics from a top-tier university.
• A maximum of two years’ work/internship experience in the Private Equity industry, M&A, or Consulting.
• Proven solid modelling skills and MS Office skills (Excel, PowerPoint).
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to deliver a short and convincing pitch.
• Proactive and results-oriented with a proven ability to manage priorities, solve problems, and come up with innovative solutions.
• Drive, positive energy, and a team player.
• Excellent command of English is required.

DIVERSITY & INCLUSION

The organization is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse environment. They respect all individuals and seek their inclusion in the workplace.