Associate - Buy Side

Our client is a leading institution backed fund. The Institution is one of the top names and has an impressive list of Private Equity Investments across various Customer Centric Businesses. We are looking for an Investment Banking or Buy Side Professional from any leading firm for a position at Bangalore. The Professional should have excellent academic pedigree as well as Deal experience

Job Profile:

1] Evaluate sectors / industries being considered for investment opportunities (industry analysis, competitive landscape analysis, business model comparisons, etc.)

2] Business Development: Identify companies for investment by analysing databases, research their business, financials and media needs; focus to get larger deals in marquee companies

3] Identify and analyse investment themes based on market growth, consumer demand, new opportunities, and future trends

4] Participate in due diligence efforts for potential investments (customer interviews, financial modelling, data analysis, management meetings, etc.)

5] Lead interactions with market experts, consultants, lawyers, and other advisors on due diligence and transaction related projects

6] Prepare materials and participate in Investment Committee and other internal and external meetings

7] Lead preparation of external communications including newsletters and website content

8] Any other portfolio company related tasks as is necessary to enhance the value of the company for exit

9] Client Management: Maintain relationship with key position holders of existing and prospective clients and maintain rapport with key internal departments of the company

Candidate Profile:

1] Strong academic credentials from Tier 1 Colleges

2] Prior experience in Private Equity or Investment Banking

3] Passion for learning and excitement for working with a variety of companies

4] Excellent critical thinking, quantitative, and qualitative analytical skills

5] Self-starter with an ability to simultaneously manage and execute on multiple projects

6] Ability to fit into a small, entrepreneurial, and fast-paced work environment

7] Positive attitude a must - should be willing to roll up the sleeves and be a good team player

Monika