Associate, Primary

Location: London, England, United Kingdom; London based

Company

Global private markets investment manager with nearly $76 billion in assets under management and investment expertise spanning primary investments, secondary investments, growth equity, private credit, and co-investments.

What you will do

• Evaluate private equity and venture capital funds, assessing manager quality, strategy, and competitive edge.
• Analyse fund and portfolio performance, track records, value creation, and attribution.
• Contribute analysis and conclusions to investment memoranda for the investment committee.
• Develop forward-looking market intelligence on managers, sectors, and themes across European private markets.
• Conduct due diligence and research new opportunities while engaging with general partners and market participants.
• Collaborate with global investment colleagues and build relationships with clients and managers.

Requirements

• Curious, driven, self-motivated approach with a record of achievement.
• Genuine interest in private equity and venture capital.
• Strong analytical ability and written communication skills.
• Confidence using Excel and PowerPoint.
• Proficiency with AI tools to support research, analysis, and productivity.
• Collaborative approach, creative thinking, professional presence, and strong interpersonal skills.

Culture & Benefits

• Employee-owned firm with a culture focused on collaboration, intellectual rigor, integrity, and professional development.
• Opportunity to work alongside experienced investors across multiple private markets strategies.
• Exposure to buyout, growth, and venture investments across geographies and sectors.
• Collaboration with colleagues, clients, and managers across a global investment platform.