Senior Research Analyst - PE Investment Research

JD  - Investment Research Support

Key Responsibilities

• Investment Research:
  • Conduct detailed research and analysis on potential investment opportunities across various sectors and countries, with a focus on infrastructure, energy, real estate, private equity, and sustainability.
  • Prepare investment memorandums, sector reports, and company profiles to support deal teams in the investment decision-making process.
  • Evaluate financial statements, market trends, and competitive landscapes.
• Market & Country Intelligence:
  • Analyze macroeconomic, regulatory, and political developments in niche and emerging markets, with emphasis on the above-mentioned sectors.
  • Monitor and report on sector-specific trends, risks, and opportunities, especially in infrastructure, energy transition, sustainable investing, and real estate markets.
  • Develop country and sector intelligence briefs for internal stakeholders.
• Financial Research and analysis:
  • Build detailed financial model with revenue/cost drivers and valuation.
  • Create in-depth operational and financial benchmarking for select sectors.
  • Build trading and transaction comps to arrive at appropriate valuation multiple for target companies using Capital IQ.
• Support for Deal Teams:
  • Collaborate closely with deal teams to provide timely and actionable insights.
  • Support due diligence processes, including data collection, validation, and analysis.
  • Assist in preparing presentations and reports for investment committees and senior management.
• Stakeholder Engagement:
  • Liaise with external consultants, industry experts, and data providers to gather relevant information.
  • Build and maintain knowledge repositories for sectors and countries covered.
  • Work effectively with colleagues and stakeholders located in different time zones and from diverse cultural backgrounds.

Qualifications & Experience

• Master’s degree in Finance, Economics, Business, or related field.
• 4-7 years of experience in investment research, consulting, or financial analysis, preferably with exposure to asset management or private equity.
• Demonstrated expertise in analyzing infrastructure, energy (including renewables), real estate, private equity, and sustainability sectors is highly desirable.
• Strong proficiency in financial modeling, valuation techniques, and market analysis.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrates strong initiative and autonomy

Work schedule and hybrid work arrangement

• UK working hours
• Hybrid work model