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Private Equity Associate DACH (m/f/d) 100%

Zürich Permanent View Job Description
As part of this continued growth, we have been exclusively mandated to appoint an Associate to join its Zurich-based Private Equity Investment Team. This newly created position offers outstanding exposure to investment decision-making, direct interaction with senior investment professionals and the opportunity to contribute across the full investment lifecycle in a highly entrepreneurial and collaborative environment.

Added 13/10/2026

  • Newly created role with direct exposure to senior PE decision-makers
  • Exposure across primaries, secondaries & co-investments

About Our Client

Our client is a fast-growing global private equity investment platform with a strong international presence and an established track record across primary fund investments, secondaries and co-investments. Backed by significant global growth and a recent strategic acquisition, the firm is entering an exciting new phase of expansion and continues to strengthen its position as a leading player within the private markets industry.

Job Description

As an Associate, you will play an active role throughout the investment lifecycle across primary fund investments, secondaries and co-investments. Working closely with senior investment professionals, you will contribute to sourcing, evaluating, executing and monitoring private equity investments globally.

Your key responsibilities will include:

  • Supporting the screening, evaluation and execution of private equity investment opportunities across primary, secondary and co-investment strategies.
  • Conducting detailed commercial, financial and market analyses to identify attractive investment opportunities.
  • Building and reviewing complex financial models, valuation analyses and return scenarios.
  • Performing due diligence, including financial, operational, legal, tax and ESG assessments in collaboration with internal and external stakeholders.
  • Preparing investment memoranda, investment committee materials and presentation documents for senior decision-makers.
  • Supporting transaction execution processes from initial evaluation through to closing.
  • Monitoring portfolio companies and fund investments, analysing performance and identifying potential risks and value-creation opportunities.
  • Contributing to portfolio construction, portfolio analytics and strategic investment reviews.
  • Conducting market research and developing investment insights on private equity managers, sectors and market trends.
  • Maintaining relationships with fund managers, intermediaries, advisors and other key market participants.
  • Assisting with investor reporting, fundraising initiatives and broader strategic projects.
  • Supporting the continuous development and enhancement of investment processes, tools and best practices.

The Successful Applicant

To be considered for this opportunity, you will possess:

  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Finance, Economics, Business Administration or a related discipline.
  • Approximately 3-6 years of relevant professional experience gained within Private Equity, Investment Banking, Transaction Services, M&A Advisory, Corporate Finance or a comparable investment environment.
  • Strong financial modelling, valuation and investment analysis capabilities.
  • Proven exposure to transaction execution, due diligence and investment decision-making processes.
  • Excellent analytical and quantitative skills combined with strong commercial judgement.
  • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.
  • Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to interact confidently with senior stakeholders.
  • Fluent English and German language skills; additional European languages would be considered an advantage.
  • Demonstrated ability to thrive in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial and highly international environment.

What's on Offer

  • Exclusive opportunity to join a highly reputable and rapidly growing global private markets investor.
  • Broad exposure across primary fund investments, secondaries and co-investments.
  • Direct interaction with experienced investment professionals and senior decision-makers.
  • International investment exposure across a diversified private equity portfolio.
  • Entrepreneurial, collaborative and high-performing culture.
  • Strong long-term career development prospects within a growing organisation.



Interested?

For a confidential discussion regarding this opportunity, please apply directly or contact Michael Page Switzerland.

Quote job ref
JN-102026-7123756

Job summary

Job Function
Banking & Financial Services
Specialisation
Venture Capitalism & Private Equity
Industry
Financial Services
Where
Zürich
Contract Type
Permanent
Job Reference
JN-102026-7123756

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