Private Equity Fund Manager

**Location**: Madrid, Spain
**Employment Type**: Full-time freelance/Contractor (freelance/business license is required)

**About the Company**

The company is a fast-growing international corporate finance boutique firm with strong Scandinavian roots and over 30 years of financial background experience focusing on investment banking, private equity, and venture capital. Its mission is to bridge the gap between high-potential projects and strategic investors across Europe and the Middle East.

**Job Summary**

We are seeking an analytical, deep-focused and strategically thinking **Private Equity Fund Manager** to lead investment initiatives, drive deal execution, and optimize portfolio performance. You will be responsible for sourcing, evaluating, structuring, conducting due diligence and managing private equity investments, ensuring high returns for investors while mitigating risks.

**Key Responsibilities**

**1. Investment Strategy & Deal Sourcing**
- Identify and assess potential investment opportunities aligned with the fund’s strategy.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with investment banks, financial advisors, business owners, venture capitalists, and institutional investors to generate deal flow.
- Conduct market analysis to identify trends, risks, and opportunities in targeted industries.

**2. Due Diligence & Financial Analysis**
- Perform in-depth financial modeling, valuation analysis, and risk assessment to assess investment viability.
- Conduct commercial and operational due diligence to evaluate business fundamentals, management teams and competitive positioning.
- Collaborate with legal, tax, and compliance teams to structure transactions effectively.

**3. Deal Execution & Structuring**
- Lead negotiations on investment terms, acquisition financing, and exit strategies.
- Develop financial models, investment memos, business cases, and presentations for investment committee approval.
- Coordinate transaction processes, including structuring, documentation, regulatory compliance, and closing.

**4. Portfolio Management & Value Creation**
- Actively oversee portfolio companies to drive operational efficiencies, strategic growth, and profitability improvements.
- Work closely with management teams to execute strategic initiatives, optimize capital structures, and enhance profitability.
- Optimize capital structures and implement value-enhancement initiatives.
- Monitor investment performance, generate investor reports, and provide regular updates to stakeholders.

**5. Exit Strategies & Fund Performance**
- Develop and execute exit strategies, including IPOs, mergers & acquisitions, secondary sales.
- Maximize returns for investors while mitigating risks.
- Continuously assess fund performance and refine investment strategies based on market conditions.

**Requirements**:

- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Business, or related field (MBA or CFA preferred).
- Experience: 3-5 years in Private Equity, Investment Banking, M&A, or Corporate Finance with a proven track record of sourcing, executing, and managing deals.
- Industry Knowledge: Deep understanding of market trends, competitive landscapes, and financial regulations in the target industry.
- Financial Expertise: Strong background in financial modeling, valuation methods, and investment analysis.
- Deal Execution: Demonstrated ability to negotiate, structure, and close complex transactions.
- Analytical & Strategic Thinking: Ability to assess business risks and develop investment theses.
- High risk tolerance and adaptability: ability to work under pressure and manage multiple deals simultaneously.
- Leadership & Communication: Strong interpersonal skills to manage relationships with investors, business partners, and management teams, excellent negotiation and leadership abilities.
- Language Skills: Proficient in English and Spanish, Arabic is a plus.

**Benefits**:

- Key decision-maker role in a growing private equity firm with a strong industry background.
- Work on high-impact investments with significant growth potential.
- Professional development & networking opportunities within the private equity sector.
- Competitive base salary + performance-related bonuses.
- Flexible collaboration structure