Do you have 4–6 years of experience in Private Equity and MBB consulting? H&P Executive Search has been mandated by a top-tier global private equity firm for a Senior Associate search to support their growing Hamburg team. This is an opportunity to work at the heart of a dynamic lower mid-market strategy with full deal lifecycle exposure and direct access to investment partners and portfolio executives. About the Role: As Senior Associate, you’ll play a key role in lean deal teams, working on fast-paced investments across Industrials, Business Services, Technology, and Healthcare. You’ll focus on DACH-based companies in the mid-market, writing €30–200m equity tickets with an active, operationally hands-on approach. Key responsibilities: Evaluate and execute new investment opportunities across the region Lead diligence workstreams, modelling, and valuation Manage advisors and engage directly with target company management Prepare Investment Committee materials Support portfolio value creation alongside management teams Contribute to exits, recapitalisations, and bolt-ons What You Bring 3–6 years’ total experience in Private Equity and MBB consulting Strong financial modelling and commercial judgment, ideally with DACH transaction exposure Curious, humble, analytical, and execution-focused Fluent German (native level) and strong English Reach out to John Silavs for a confidential introductory conversation via E-mail at jsilavs@hpexec.com or on LinkedIn.