Private Equity Senior Associate (f/m/x)

CEPRES

 is the leading and fastest growing digital investment platform for private capital markets, an institutional asset class which became very relevant in global investment portfolios of sovereign wealth fund, insurances, pension plans and others. This global institutional client base benefit from our award-winning investment solutions for their investment activities while we connect via the CEPRES platform thousands of professionals to the largest private investment network worldwide.

CEPRES  is headquartered in Munich and New York, with additional offices in Denver, London, several locations in the Middle East and right now in the process of growing our newest entity in Istanbul. Our team is incredibly diverse with over 20 nationalities globally. We value insightful and innovative individuals who thrive in a team environment and are committed to excellence across the globe.

The Senior   Associate role at CEPRES demands a set of skills specific to the Private Market and interpersonal skills to be able to rise in a fast expanding cutting edge FinTech company.

Key responsibilities:

• Be the expert of Private Market industry, CEPRES proprietary private market database and all our product lines and solutions to serve as SME across  different activities, e.g., client demo, product design and requirement definition.
• Understand client data and analysis needs, coordinate client investment data collection and handling, align client expectations. Find solutions for the  clients for both out-of-box analysis and complex customized quantitative and/or qualitative analysis.
• Manage internal stakeholders across different functions to help onboard client data and analysis activities successfully onto the CEPRES platform.
• Strengthen client engagement by maintaining regular contact with clients and building a trusted relationship. Work with the relevant internal and  external stakeholders on the establishment and implementation of frameworks for both operational and ad-hoc deliverables to ensure client satisfaction aligned with the service level agreement.
• Manage and motivate a team of analysts across multiple locations on the progress of assigned projects. Provide leadership, coaching, and  performance feedback to team members, fostering a collaborative and high-performing culture.
• Monitor and enhance the efficiency of the currently set operational frameworks. Think critically and innovatively about automation possibilities with quality guarantees.

Requirements

• Minimum 5 years of experience in Corporate Finance or Fin tech related industries, preferably in a client-facing role. Background from Private Market Investments/Investment Banking FinTech is a plus.

Experience in Private Market and related data, modeling and other analysis is a strong plus.

Strong know-hows in financial data handling in Excel.

Experience in Private Market Software Solutions is a strong plus.

Experience in managing a team and mentor a group of analysts as well as the ability to be able to work with big data using applicable tools

Strong communication and presentation skills, both to external clients and to internal leadership.

Strong Project Management skills to coordinate and ensure successful progress, clear timeline and appropriate escalation.

Strong stakeholder management skills and comfort in working with C-level counterparties.

Fluent English required; German language skills are a plus.

Bachelor in Corporate Finance related fields preferred.

Benefits

• Career Path in Private Equity:

 Step into one of the most in-demand and exciting industries in finance today. With us, you'll experience unparalleled opportunities for career growth and promotions, receive regular feedback, and benefit from mentorship provided by an international team of passionate experts. Be part of a unique growth story and take on an exciting, challenging role in a dynamic global environment.

Culture That Drives Success:  We are powered by core values that foster an entrepreneurial spirit, drive results, and empower ownership. At our company, collaboration and mutual support is at the heart of everything we do. Transparency in company goals ensures you’re always part of the bigger picture.

Commitment to Our People: