Job Description
This role offers the opportunity to step into investing from a top-tier consulting, investment banking, or principal investing background and work with a high-performing Australian mid-market private equity firm focused on majority growth equity investments across ANZ.
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The firm has built a strong track record partnering with founder-led and management-owned businesses, backing profitable companies with explicit growth runways. Its investment approach is hands-on and collaborative, with a strong emphasis on strategy, operational improvement, and long-term value creation rather than financial engineering. With strong fund momentum and an active pipeline, the team is expanding its investment team.
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The role
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As an Investment Associate, you will work closely with senior investors and portfolio company management teams on both new investments and existing portfolio businesses. Responsibilities include:
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Building and reviewing financial and operating models to assess growth strategies and investment scenarios
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Supporting commercial, market and strategic due diligence
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Developing investment theses, market assessments and IC materials
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Working with management teams on growth initiatives, strategic priorities and value creation plans
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Monitoring portfolio performance and supporting board-level analysis
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Conducting sector research to identify attractive investment themes
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About you
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This role is well suited to candidates with:
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2-4 years' experience in consulting (MBB preferred), Investment Banking, or private equity/venture capital
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Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with an investor mindset
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Experience assessing growth strategies, markets and competitive dynamics
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Commercial judgement and the ability to synthesise complex information clearly
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Strong communication skills and confidence engaging with senior stakeholders
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A clear interest in moving into an investing role and working closely with business leaders
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Prior transaction experience is helpful but not essential. Intellectual curiosity, ownership and judgement matter more.
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The opportunity
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Majority growth equity focus with deep involvement in strategy and value creation
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Lean team with close partner exposure
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Hands-on work with management teams and boards
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Competitive remuneration with long-term upside
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📌 Investment Associate | Growth Equity (New South Wales)
🏢 Foundry Talent Partners
📍 New South Wales