Investment Associate - Growth/Private Equity

Investment Associate - Growth/Private Equity

Sector: Growth Equity & Venture Investments

Seniority: Associate (2 - 4 years’ experience)

We are seeking candidates with 2–4 years of experience in investment banking, private equity, venture capital, or top-tier strategy consulting , ideally with exposure to entrepreneur-led businesses or growth-stage investments .

Our client is a Milan-based investment firm focused on transformational growth opportunities across the Italy mid-market. The Associate will work closely with senior leadership on sourcing, executing, and monitoring direct equity investments across sectors such as consumer, business services, and industrials.

This is a high-impact role with full-cycle exposure to deal execution, portfolio value creation, and strategic expansion initiatives. The ideal candidate combines strong analytical capabilities with a hands-on, entrepreneurial mindset and a genuine interest in private markets investing.

Key Responsibilities

• Support and lead execution of direct investments, including valuation modeling, diligence coordination, market analysis, and transaction structuring.
• Prepare investment memos, committee presentations, and co-investment materials for internal and external stakeholders.
• Conduct strategic, financial, and operational analysis across prospective targets and portfolio companies.
• Assist with post-investment value creation initiatives, including board reporting, KPI tracking, add-on M&A, and operational scaling.
• Develop a deep understanding of Italy mid-market dynamics and support the sourcing of new opportunities via market mapping and relationship building.
• Work closely with company founders, advisors, and co-investors throughout the investment lifecycle.

Candidate Profile

• 2 - 4 years of rigorous training in investment banking, private equity, venture capital, or top-tier strategy consulting, with hands-on involvement in complex transaction processes, due diligence, and strategic execution.
• Advanced financial modeling and valuation expertise, including full ownership of operating models, returns analyses, and deal structuring materials across live M&A, growth equity, or co-investment situations.
• Exceptional communication and presentation skills, with a proven ability to distill complex information into compelling investment committee materials and engage credibly with senior internal and external stakeholders.
• Entrepreneurial, agile, and highly self-directed, able to navigate ambiguity and drive outcomes in lean, fast-paced environments where initiative, accountability, and precision are critical
• Sharp commercial instinct and deep intellectual curiosity, with a pragmatic, solutions-oriented mindset and a genuine passion for building businesses and unlocking long-term value.

To apply, please submit your CV for consideration.

Seniority level

• Associate

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Finance, Administrative, and Business Development

Industries

• Venture Capital and Private Equity Principals, Investment Management, and Investment Banking

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