Overview:
We are exclusively partnering with a Munich-based private capital investment firm that is expanding its platform with a specific emphasis on the Industrials sector. The firm is known for its entrepreneurial culture and hands-on investment approach across the Europe. With over €1 billion in assets under management and a robust portfolio across various industrial verticals, they are actively seeking an Associate to join their team and support investment activity within the Industrials space.
This is a high-impact role offering exposure to full deal lifecycles in a firm that backs both growth and transformation-stage companies. If you have a passion for the real economy and an eye for operational value creation in industrial businesses, this could be the right next step.
Key Responsibilities:
* Support the sourcing, evaluation, and execution of investments in industrial manufacturing, engineered products, specialty chemicals, automation, and related verticals.
* Conduct in-depth market and company analysis, focusing on industrial subsectors across Europe.
* Build and maintain sophisticated financial models to support deal assessment and structuring.
* Assist in the preparation of investment memos and presentation materials for internal committees and co-investors.
* Participate in commercial, operational, and financial due diligence alongside internal and external experts.
* Work with portfolio companies post-investment to support strategic and operational initiatives.
Candidate Profile:
* 2–4 years of relevant experience in investment banking, M&A advisory, private equity, or strategy consulting—preferably with exposure to the Industrials sector.
* Strong understanding of industrial business models and drivers of value in areas like manufacturing, supply chains, engineering, or chemicals.
* Excellent analytical, financial modeling, and valuation skills.
* Fluent in German and English; additional European languages are a plus.
* Demonstrated ability to work in a lean, fast-moving, and entrepreneurial environment.
* A strong academic background in finance, engineering, economics, or related fields.
What You Can Expect:
* Join a high-performance team with deep sector specialization in Industrials.
* Direct exposure to decision-makers, deal execution, and operational value creation.
* A collaborative, meritocratic culture with clear opportunities for advancement.
* Strong regional footprint and access to proprietary deal flow across Europe.
* Competitive compensation and career progression within an expanding platform.