Investment Director
London, Greater London, England
Investment Director – LondonOverview A leading global investment firm is seeking a senior professional to support and co-lead its London-based private equity platform. The role involves active participation across the full investment lifecycle — from deal origination to portfolio management and value creation — with meaningful exposure to the firm’s global private equity strategy.Key Responsibilities Support in the overall management of the London private equity team, contributing to new investments, portfolio oversight, and fundraising initiatives. Lead origination efforts, including market mapping, target identification, and maintenance of a high-quality advisor and intermediary network. Oversee sector research, strategic assessments, and financial analyses of target companies. Drive key elements of the investment process, including due diligence coordination, legal and debt structuring, management engagement, and internal investment committee preparation. Represent the firm on portfolio company boards, contributing to strategic direction, performance monitoring, and exit planning. Collaborate with the global private equity team to align with the firm’s thematic investment approach and broader strategic priorities. Candidate Profile 7–10 years of total investment experience, with a minimum of 5 years in private equity and a proven record of successful deal execution and value creation. Demonstrated ability to originate investment opportunities through structured market mapping, advisor relationships, and off-market sourcing. Strong transaction management experience, encompassing all due diligence streams, legal documentation, financing negotiations, and internal approval processes. Board-level exposure, including stakeholder management, board materials preparation, and exit execution. Well-established network of advisors, lenders, non-executive directors, and industry contacts. Genuine interest in thematic and strategic investing aligned with the firm’s core verticals. Exceptional analytical capability, financial modelling expertise, and commercial judgment. Confident interpersonal and communication skills, capable of engaging effectively with senior stakeholders across internal and external environments.