Graduate Private Equity and Financial Headhunting - London

At PitchBook, a subsidiary of Morningstar, we are committed to looking ahead and fostering innovation. Our culture thrives on collaboration, excitement, and a shared sense of purpose that energizes our team.We offer extensive learning programs and mentorship opportunities designed to cultivate a culture of curiosity. This empowers us to continuously seek new solutions and improve our processes. While the private equity landscape is fast-paced and ever-evolving, we embrace challenges and learn from our experiences in the pursuit of excellence.If you bring a positive attitude and a willingness to tackle challenges head-on, PitchBook is the ideal environment for you.About the Role:As part of our Editorial team, you will engage deeply with the private equity market, providing insights that empower our clients as investors, advisors, and market participants. Your contributions will directly influence the evolution of the industry!We offer a flexible work environment, fostering a culture of inquiry, teamwork, and professional growth. Recognition and respect are paramount in our collaborative atmosphere, where camaraderie is a cornerstone of our success. Our rapidly expanding organization presents numerous opportunities for career advancement and exploration of your interests.Our commitment to investing in our team has led to rapid growth in our coverage across various industries and regions. Our insights are frequently referenced by leading publications and are highly sought after by key players in the financial markets. In addition to delivering timely market insights, we collaborate closely with our Product, Engineering, and Data Operations teams to enhance our datasets and develop innovative tools that significantly impact the industry.

Join our vibrant team at With Intelligence as a Reporter focused on uncovering exclusive news and conducting high-profile interviews in the European private equity and private credit landscape. Your mission will be to discover groundbreaking stories through source-led journalism, covering significant events such as launches, closures, personnel changes, and investment insights. We aim to deliver news that sets us apart from the competition.The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in private credit and/or private equity journalism and is eager to carve out their niche within this dynamic sector. Your role will include attending industry conferences, nurturing a robust network of sources, and interviewing influential executives to develop in-depth knowledge and insights into current trends.As part of a global team of over 70 asset management journalists, you'll play a vital role in our rapidly expanding private markets team, contributing to our strategic growth initiatives.We offer a hybrid working model, allowing you to work three days in the office and two days remotely.

Are you a qualified ACA or ACCA accountant with extensive experience in the Private Equity sector?Do you possess in-depth knowledge of Limited Partnership Agreements (LPAs), Management Fees, Carried Interest, and other essential components of LPA Accounting?Are you eager to join a well-established boutique firm that offers a fulfilling and challenging environment where you can lead a team?If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you as a Private Equity Accountant, where you will manage a small team and ensure that all monthly, quarterly, and annual deadlines are met efficiently.This prestigious West End firm in London offers a competitive salary and a supportive, collaborative team culture.In your role as the Private Equity Accountant, your responsibilities will be divided with approximately 70% of your time focused on Private Equity work and 30% on various other tasks, including audits, account preparation, and management accounts.The Private Equity work will involve:Engaging with fund administrators to resolve queriesCreating comprehensive reporting packsCalculating management fees and carried interestMonitoring fund performanceAssisting group auditorsSupervising Monthly Management AccountsWe are looking for a candidate with a robust background in Private Equity who is ready to embrace a managerial position, ideally having held a senior or managerial role previously.Strong Excel skills are essential, and familiarity with SAGE software is preferred but not mandatory.If you are motivated to develop new skills and take on this exciting challenge, please apply today to learn more and receive a complete job specification.About Morgan Jones:Morgan Jones Recruitment Consultants has been a reputable recruitment firm for over 18 years, known for our commitment to fair and equal representation. We value each applicant as an individual and are eager to provide you with more information about our client and the role.To discover other excellent opportunities, please visit our website or call us at 0808 168 1474 for a confidential discussion about upcoming roles.Follow Morgan Jones on your favorite social networks - Facebook, Twitter & LinkedIn.Due to the high volume of applications, we can only respond to candidates whose skills and experience closely match the requirements. If you haven't heard from us within 48 hours, please consider your application unsuccessful.

About Us: Mentis AI operates at the cutting-edge of private markets and frontier AI technology. Our team melds deep expertise from institutional finance (including firms like Lazard and Partners Group) with advanced machine learning and AI research. With a presence in both London and San Francisco, we partner with top AI laboratories to enhance decision-making processes in critical financial environments.The Opportunity: As AI becomes integral to investment practices, this residency offers private equity and growth equity experts a unique chance to gain firsthand experience in the development, assessment, and enhancement of sophisticated AI systems. Your responsibilities will include:Developing expert benchmarks: Construct and validate financial models and return analyses used in evaluating advanced AI systems.Testing model reasoning: Identify and address weaknesses in AI-generated analyses, focusing on logic, assumptions, and market intuition.Creating frameworks: Convert investor strategies for navigating uncertainty and structuring transactions into challenges that test AI reasoning capabilities.Assessing human versus machine judgment: Systematically compare professional investment analysis with AI outputs.Why Join Us?Be one of the first investment professionals to directly engage with how frontier AI models interpret private markets.Enhance your profile in the intersection of investing and AI, preparing you for roles in funds, AI firms, or entrepreneurial ventures.Gain practical insights into the transformative impact of AI on deal workflows, from screening and due diligence to portfolio management and exit strategies.Who We Seek:3 to 7 years of experience in private equity or growth equity at a respected large-cap or upper-middle-market fund in Europe or the U.S.Positioned as an Associate, VP, or Principal; industry-agnostic.Exceptional modeling and valuation skills with comprehensive experience throughout the deal lifecycle.A genuine passion for AI and its application in finance.

About JuniorAt Junior, we're innovating at the forefront of investment research with our state-of-the-art LLM-powered tools. Our mission is to empower the world's most discerning deal teams, including some of the top 10 global private equity firms, Big 4 professional services, and leading consulting practices, who collectively manage billions in investments annually.As a profitable, bootstrapped company, we've grown our team to approximately 28 dynamic individuals across our London and New York offices. Following a remarkable 10x revenue increase in 2025, we are poised for another thrilling growth phase, aiming to double or triple our success this year. Our clients benefit significantly, saving an average of 10 hours per diligence weekly, as we facilitate their deal workflows. The RolePrivate equity is where we excel. We've established a robust product-market fit, with firms leveraging Junior for their due diligence, expert consultations, and portfolio management processes. Our ambition is to onboard 20-35 new private equity customers this year, and this role is crucial in propelling that growth.You will engage with CTOs, CCOs, Managing Directors, and Heads of Portfolio Operations within mid-market and top-50 PE firms, guiding them through consultative sales cycles. This role demands an understanding of technical solutions and the ability to navigate complex stakeholder environments. Deal values range from $100k to $2M ACV, encompassing security assessments, compliance reviews, and firm-wide implementation strategies.This is not just order fulfillment; you will actively seek new opportunities, construct tailored account strategies, and finalize sophisticated enterprise agreements in a market where our product has already gained notable traction. As an Account Executive, you will have the unique opportunity to:Hunt and close new logos within the private equity sector, focusing on enterprise deals ranging from $100k to $2M ACV.Develop and execute comprehensive account plans for targeted firms, identifying CTOs, Heads of Portfolio Operations, deal leads, and other essential contacts.Conduct discovery sessions and product demonstrations with senior finance professionals, articulating Junior's value in the context of due diligence, expert networks, portfolio monitoring, and deal execution.Overcome complex enterprise procurement hurdles: including security evaluations, data residency stipulations, IT integration, and planning for organization-wide rollouts.Craft and present a compelling value proposition and ROI framework tailored to PE workflows, illustrating how Junior can save clients significant time and resources.

StepStone is a leader in the global private markets, creating personalized investment solutions, advisory services, and impactful data-driven insights for investors worldwide. By harnessing our extensive platform and unrivaled market intelligence across various sectors, strategies, and regions, we empower our clients to discover the competitive edge and insights essential for their success.Position OverviewThe Analyst role at StepStone in London is pivotal in assisting the Private Equity team with investment activities, engaging across two key investment categories: primaries and co-investments within buyouts, venture capital, or growth equity contexts.Key Responsibilities:Acquire a foundational knowledge of the private equity landscape and emerging industry trends.Conduct financial analysis, prepare valuation reports, and leverage available data to identify, assess, and interpret trends across various sectors.Develop independent assessments of investment opportunities and articulate these findings effectively in both verbal and written communications; defend positions in team settings, including Investment Committee meetings.Assist senior team members in sourcing and managing the investment processes.Qualifications:Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Mathematics, Engineering, Economics, or Accounting, or equivalent experience.Proven academic and professional accomplishments.1-3 years of experience in Investment Banking or Consulting.Skills and Abilities:Strong communication skills to represent the firm professionally in both written and verbal formats.Advanced analytical skills, including robust quantitative and modeling capabilities.Demonstrated leadership potential.Proficient in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.Adaptability to a dynamic and entrepreneurial work environment, with an expectation to perform various roles as the firm evolves.Foster a collaborative and positive team-oriented atmosphere.Proficiency in European languages is a plus.

Role overview The Business Development Associate position at Third Bridge Group Limited centers on finding new business opportunities within the private equity sector. Based in London, this role requires frequent communication with industry leaders and a focus on understanding client needs. Market insights play a key part in shaping the solutions offered to clients. Key responsibilities Identify and pursue potential business prospects in private equity Develop and maintain strong relationships with clients and industry contacts Apply market research to create solutions tailored to client requirements Contribute to the team’s goal of delivering high value and strong service Growth and development This role provides the chance to build business development skills in a supportive environment. Working with experienced professionals, there are opportunities to learn more about private equity and client engagement while developing professionally.

Arena Investors, LP is a premier global investment management firm committed to delivering attractive, risk-adjusted returns through a fundamentals-driven, asset-oriented investment strategy. We operate across the entire capital spectrum, both debt and equity, particularly in sectors where traditional sources of capital are limited.We are actively seeking a motivated and meticulous Vice President/Director of European Private Investments to enhance our dynamic team. This role reports directly to the Managing Director of European Private Investments, focusing on the origination, evaluation, and execution of investment opportunities while managing all phases of deal processes.The individual will primarily concentrate on sourcing and underwriting short to medium-term bridge first mortgages, A and B notes, mezzanine loans, preferred equity, and other credit-related opportunities in commercial real estate. This will involve direct investments as well as partnerships with private lenders throughout Europe. Transaction sizes typically range from $5 million to $50 million.

Join our dynamic Commercial Team as a Senior Account Executive and play a crucial role in bunch's strategic expansion into high-potential markets such as the UK and Luxembourg. This is an exciting opportunity to support the acquisition of substantial Private Equity funds while reporting directly to our VP of Commercial. You will be instrumental in driving our company's growth, ensuring that our sales strategies align closely with our overarching business objectives.How This Role Impacts Our VisionAs a key contributor, you will help propel bunch's growth by establishing and implementing our commercial strategy, particularly with Enterprise customers and large Private Equity funds, positioning Bunch as the benchmark for private market investments.Your success in this role will be vital as you help shape our Commercial strategy quickly and effectively, fostering market knowledge and building relationships with prospective Private Equity clients during a pivotal phase for bunch.Key ResponsibilitiesIdentify and acquire new Enterprise customers across targeted markets through both inbound and outbound efforts.Collaborate to develop an acquisition strategy tailored for new customer segments, focusing primarily on large Private Equity funds.Forge and maintain strong relationships with General Partners (GPs), CFOs, and COOs of prospective and existing funds, as well as Angel investors.Analyze and understand the challenges faced by prospects and clients to create tailored account plans, including demand generation and closing strategies.Stay abreast of the competitive landscape to craft compelling proposals and effective pricing strategies.Work closely with Strategy, Marketing, and Customer Success teams to devise best practices that enhance demand generation and promote customer engagement within targeted accounts.Develop business cases that clearly articulate the value and ROI clients can expect from partnering with bunch.Cultivate strong client relationships and strive for operational excellence to maximize customer satisfaction and ensure long-term retention.

StepStone Group is a leading global private markets investment firm, dedicated to delivering customized investment solutions and advisory services. We leverage our extensive platform and unparalleled insights across various sectors and geographies to empower our clients with the information and strategies they need to thrive in the evolving investment landscape.Position Overview:The Analyst role at StepStone Infrastructure & Real Assets involves providing critical analytical support, financial modeling, and transaction assistance to both local and global teams in guiding clients on infrastructure and real asset investments worldwide.Essential Job Functions:Develop and refine advanced financial models, conduct detailed analysis of financial statements and forecasts, prepare valuation bridges, perform discounted cash flow analyses, and create sensitivity/scenario analyses.Excel in writing and preparing comprehensive memos and presentations.Conduct thorough research and due diligence on potential investment opportunities and sectors, including primary funds, secondaries, co-investments, and direct investments.Articulate investment decisions effectively, both verbally and in writing, and defend your rationale in a team setting, including during Investment Committee meetings.Engage with clients directly and prepare high-quality advisory materials.Assist senior staff in sourcing and managing investment opportunities.

The Company You’ll JoinCarta is at the forefront of innovation, connecting founders, investors, and limited partners through cutting-edge software that is tailored for participants in venture capital, private equity, and private credit. With over 65,000 companies across 160 countries relying on our platform, we provide the essential tools to empower you to build, invest, and scale with confidence.Our Fund Administration platform serves more than 9,000 funds and SPVs, managing assets close to $185 billion. Our solutions are specifically designed to enhance the strategic impact of fund CFOs. Recognized by industry leaders such as Fortune, Forbes, Fast Company, and Inc., Carta is pioneering the evolution of private market infrastructure.We are committed to crafting a comprehensive ERP platform for private markets, addressing the limitations of traditional ERP solutions that fall short for Private Funds. Our innovative software for the Office of the Fund CFO replaces outdated spreadsheets and fragmented services, transforming private markets into a more interconnected ecosystem akin to public markets.For insights into our vibrant culture and work environment, visit our Carta careers page.The Team You’ll Work WithWe are searching for dynamic sales professionals to join our Private Equity team, dedicated to selling fund administration services. Our clientele primarily consists of Private Equity and Private Credit Funds. With Carta's platform, these clients can efficiently track and manage their portfolios while effectively communicating with their investors.As part of the Private Equity sales team, you will introduce high-profile clients to our diverse range of product offerings, including Fund Administration through Carta’s event-based accounting general ledger, digital KYC, portfolio management, reporting and analytics, investor management, investor portal, valuations, and data collection.Our technology-driven investor portal serves both fund GPs/Admins and their investors/LPs, along with portfolio companies through our cap table solutions. Carta has created a specialized equity ownership management platform designed exclusively for Private Equity Firms and their portfolio company management teams. This includes the first and only Advanced Scenario Modeling tool capable of managing complex Private Equity waterfalls, empowering deal teams, valuation teams, and management teams to move beyond spreadsheets for enhanced accuracy and quicker insights into critical strategic decisions.

Role Overview Third Bridge Group Limited is hiring a French Speaking Business Development Associate for the Private Equity sector in London. This position focuses on supporting growth plans and building our client portfolio. What You Will Do Identify and pursue new business opportunities within the private equity market Develop and maintain strong relationships with clients Provide attentive, high-quality service to ensure client satisfaction Use French language skills to communicate effectively with international clients Who We’re Looking For Fluency in French Interest in business development and client relationship management Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Gerson Lehrman Group (GLG) is on the lookout for enthusiastic Swedish-speaking Associates eager to thrive in a premier client service setting characterized by high performance, meritocracy, and teamwork.In this pivotal role, Associates will drive GLG's Insight Network – the largest and most diverse source of firsthand expertise globally. The position requires quick communication and direct collaboration with top professionals from leading financial services firms, consultancies, and corporations to deliver the insights they need to excel.The ideal candidates will possess natural curiosity, strong analytical skills, and a competitive drive to achieve success for our clients. As part of our comprehensive onboarding and training process, you will develop essential skills necessary for success, including project delivery, client relationship management, and expert engagement. Within just a few months, you will take charge of the project lifecycle, engage with prestigious clients and experts, and continue to receive ongoing coaching and mentorship from your team to enhance your project management and communication abilities.

Join us as a Growth & Private Equity Intern at Global Founders Capital, where you'll dive into the exciting world of investment opportunities. This role offers a unique chance to collaborate closely with the Senior Vice President of Investments at Rocket Internet. You will develop a thorough understanding of internet startups while honing your analytical and investment skills. Your responsibilities will include:Sourcing, researching, and identifying promising investment opportunitiesSupporting growth investments and late-stage private equity co-investmentsCompiling financial models and undertaking commercial and financial due diligenceDrafting compelling pitch presentations and managing communications with external stakeholdersAssisting in transaction execution and ad-hoc operationsTaking ownership of various projects and working independently

StepStone Group is a leading global private markets investment firm, offering customized investment solutions, advisory services, and impactful data-driven insights to investors worldwide. Utilizing our robust platform and unmatched sector intelligence, we empower our clients to uncover strategic advantages and make informed investment decisions.Position Overview:The Analyst / Associate at StepStone Infrastructure & Real Assets will play a pivotal role in supporting both transactional and Responsible Investment (RI/ESG) initiatives. This position will involve collaboration with SIRA's local and international teams, guiding clients in investment opportunities across the infrastructure and real asset sectors globally. Candidates should demonstrate strong analytical and modeling capabilities, along with a robust understanding of sustainability principles and practices.Key Responsibilities:Demonstrate advanced financial modeling and analytical abilities, including the creation and modification of complex financial models, review of financial statements, preparation of valuation analyses, discounted cash flow assessments, and sensitivity/scenario analyses.Exhibit proficiency in drafting and preparing memos and presentations.Engage effectively with clients, preparing advisory materials as necessary.Assist investment teams in Responsible Investment efforts, actively addressing ESG risks and opportunities during due diligence while developing and delivering training on pertinent issues to team members.Generate RI-related materials, including tailored presentations for investor meetings, RFP responses, ESG reports, and legal documentation.Conduct thorough research and due diligence on potential investment opportunities and sectors, encompassing primary funds, secondaries, co-investments, and direct investments.Articulate investment decision rationales and communicate these effectively in both verbal and written formats, with the ability to justify positions during team discussions, including Investment Committee meetings.Stay abreast of global ESG trends and emerging best practices, providing insights to leadership and implementing strategies accordingly.

Gerson Lehrman Group (GLG) is on the lookout for passionate Italian-speaking Associates eager to thrive in delivering exceptional client service within a dynamic, performance-driven, and collaborative team environment.As a pivotal member of GLG's Insight Network—the world's largest and most diverse source of firsthand expertise—you will engage in fast-paced communication, partnering directly with top-tier professionals from leading financial services, consulting firms, and corporations. Your role is to bridge the gap between these experts and the insights they need to stay ahead.Ideal candidates possess innate curiosity, strong critical thinking abilities, and a competitive spirit aimed at achieving client success. With these attributes, you will embark on a comprehensive onboarding and training program to cultivate essential skills such as project management, client relationship development, and expert engagement. Within a few months, you will take charge of the project lifecycle, engaging frequently with esteemed clients and experts, while receiving ongoing coaching and mentorship from your team to enhance your professional abilities.

Join Gerson Lehrman Group (GLG) as an Associate in our Private Equity division, where you will leverage your French language skills to provide top-notch client service in a dynamic, performance-driven, and collaborative environment. As part of GLG's Insight Network, the largest source of first-hand expertise globally, you will engage directly with professionals from leading financial services firms, consultancies, and corporations to deliver insights that propel them forward.In this role, you will cultivate your natural curiosity, enhance your critical thinking capabilities, and harness your competitive spirit to advocate for clients. Through our comprehensive onboarding and training programs, you'll acquire essential skills in project delivery, client relationship management, and expert engagement. Within a few months, you'll take ownership of project lifecycles, regularly liaising with prominent clients and experts, while receiving ongoing coaching and mentoring to sharpen your project management and communication skills.

Maven Securities Holding Ltd is a leading proprietary trading firm established in 2011, with a global presence in major financial hubs including London, Amsterdam, Hong Kong, New York, and Sydney.Our proprietary trading division, Maven Investment Partners, employs a diverse multi-strategy investment approach, deploying capital across a variety of investment and trading strategies. Our global team consists of over thirty highly skilled portfolio managers and analysts.What sets Maven apart is our exclusive focus on managing our own capital through an employee-owned model. We have consistently delivered exceptional returns on equity since our inception, fostering an entrepreneurial culture that allows for flexibility in diverse investing and trading styles. We value both traditional and innovative strategies and encourage our investment team to collaborate closely to share insights, identify synergies, and maximize opportunities.Our centralized infrastructure enables our investment professionals to trade independently while adhering to a robust risk-management and operational framework. We are committed to investing in proprietary technology across all business units.Maven's mission is to remain a market-leading investment house, attracting and retaining the best portfolio managers and traders in the industry.Role Overview:Maven is seeking an exceptional Portfolio Manager to join our UK-based investment team. The selected candidate will be responsible for constructing a long-short portfolio of European SMID cap equities.The ideal candidate will possess a strong expertise in identifying companies trading at significant discounts to their fundamental value, along with the ability to pinpoint opportunities with clear catalysts for unlocking shareholder value.The successful candidate will demonstrate exemplary risk management skills in portfolio construction as well as in mitigating exposure to broader market fluctuations.We are looking for candidates who can generate original investment ideas, grounded in a deep fundamental understanding of their covered companies, and who are aware of industry and market dynamics that could affect valuation. An effective process for engaging with management teams, as well as the ability to form independent views in light of information from corporates, sell-side analysts, and other market sources is essential.The selected individual will take ownership of all investment decisions, oversee the entire portfolio construction, and manage comprehensive risk assessment.

Arena Investors, LP is a distinguished global investment management firm dedicated to delivering attractive risk-adjusted returns that are consistent and uncorrelated. Our approach is rooted in a fundamentals-based, asset-oriented financing and investing strategy that spans the full capital spectrum, including both debt and equity.We are in search of a dynamic and driven Vice President / Director to join our European Private Investments team, with a specific emphasis on structured finance investments. This pivotal position involves spearheading the origination and structuring of asset-based investments across diverse sectors and geographies.Key Responsibilities:Lead Origination & Execution: Oversee the complete deal lifecycle from initial business development, negotiating with counterparties, to constructing comprehensive cashflow models, drafting investment memos, and managing legal documentation and post-closing processes.Cross-Functional Collaboration: Cultivate robust relationships with internal stakeholders, including Asset Management, Finance, Accounting, and Loan Operations, ensuring seamless coordination and effective execution.Team Leadership & Mentorship: Guide junior team members by providing support and fostering a collaborative, high-performance environment.Market Intelligence & Analysis: Remain informed about market trends and competitive landscapes to inform strategic decisions.Drive Business Development: Play a crucial role in identifying and pursuing new investment opportunities.