Investment Associate

pbFirm: /bPremier Global Technology Growth Private Equity Sponsor /ppbFirm Overview /b /ppOur client is a global private equity investment manager specializing in high-growth enterprise software, digital infrastructure, cybersecurity, vertical SaaS, and tech-enabled services. Operating via a multi-jurisdictional platform, the firm deploys capital from its flagship funds into market-leading technology businesses across Europe and North America. The Swiss office serves as a strategic hub for originating, underwriting, and executing high-conviction transactions across the DACH region broader European deep-tech and enterprise software ecosystems. /ppbPosition Overview /b /ppThe firm is seeking to appoint an exceptional Investment Associate to join its lean, high-performing deal team in Switzerland. Positioned at the core of the deal engine, the incoming Associate will gain immediate, end-to-end exposure across the entire investment lifecycle—from thematic sourcing and SaaS unit-economics underwriting to complex transaction execution, cross-border due diligence, and active portfolio value creation. /ppbKey Responsibilities /b /pullibThematic Origination DACH/European Screening /b: /li Conduct structured research into high-conviction technology sub-sectors (e.
G., Industrial Software, FinTech/InsurTech, B2B SaaS, Cybersecurity). Build proprietary sourcing channels through direct outreach to founders, advisory networks, corporate spin-offs, and co-investors across Switzerland, Germany, Austria, and broader European hubs.libComplex LBO Underwriting SaaS Metrics Analysis /b: /li Build, own, and stress-test integrated 3-statement financial models, LBO structures, and returns sensitivity matrices (IRR/MoIC). Interrogate software-specific operational metrics including Net Revenue Retention (NRR), CAC payback periods, LTV/CAC ratios, rule of 40, and ARR churn dynamics.libTransaction Execution IC Architecture /b: /li Co-lead multi-disciplinary diligence workstreams (commercial, technology/code review, legal, financial, tax) alongside external advisors. Author institutional-grade Investment Committee (IC) memoranda detailing investment thesis arguments, valuation frameworks, risk mitigation, and value creation pathways.libPortfolio Value Creation Buy-and-Build /b: /li Partner directly with portfolio company C-suites to accelerate international expansion, pricing optimization, and GTM refinement. Screen, execute, and integrate add-on acquisitions across Europe and North America. /ulpbCandidate Profile /b /pullibProfessional Experience /b: /li 3 to 5 years of top-tier experience within Private Equity, Growth Equity, Investment Banking (TMT / Software focus), or leading Management Consulting / CDD practices.libDomain Technical Mastery /b: /li Advanced financial modeling skills (LBO, MA) with a deep understanding of recurring-revenue software business models, go-to-market funnels, and unit economics.libCommercial Acumen Drive /b: /li High quantitative horsepower paired with a passion for software, deep-tech, and digital ecosystems. Proactive, self-directed operator capable of managing multiple transaction workstreams independently under lean team dynamics.libAcademic Credentials /b: /li Outstanding Bachelor's or Master's degree in Finance, Economics, Engineering, Computer Science, or a quantitative discipline from a premier university.libLanguages /b: /li Complete, negotiation-level fluency in bEnglish /b is essential. Fluency in bGerman /b (or French, depending on regional deal focus) is strongly preferred given the mandate's heavy emphasis on DACH market origination and founder engagement. /ul