Dear [FIRST_NAME],
Please find below an interesting full time opportunity at a private equity firm based in Amsterdam and Dusseldorf.
Avedon Capital Partners seeks to recruit two associates, one for its Dutch and one for its German team starting Summer ’15. The associates will (grow into/have) a central role in the investment process, from origination, analysis, value creation up to the exit of our growth capital investments. As an associate you:
- will have a pivotal role in lead generation, investment evaluation, due diligence, monitoring and value creation of our investments up and until completion of the exit;
- perform industry and market research, analyses of investment opportunities and present findings to the Avedon team;
- closely monitor investments and actively support the growth strategy of the portfolio company;
- interact extensively with the team, company management and advisors;
- be closely involved in the transaction processes; and
- coordinate closely with management, advisors, industry experts to add value to our investments, find pragmatic solutions to the specific sector challenges and achieve sustainable development impact.
Upon graduation you are: At associate/vice president level within an investment bank / private equity firm / other financial services company.
You have extensive transaction/ strategic/ investment experience and are passionate about investing in small to medium sized growth companies. Your qualifications ideally include but are not limited to:
- 3-5 years experience, preferably in private equity, investment banking or other financial services
- strong business acumen and able to work in a highly entrepreneurial environment and to credibly interact;
- detail oriented and organized, with strong analytical, strategic and modeling skills;
- ability to interact directly and independently with the (senior) management of (potential) investment companies, advisors, industry experts and banks;
- exceptional interpersonal and communication skills enabling effective team work; committed to highest ethical standards; and
- Dutch (Dutch Associate position)/ German (German Associate position) speaking combined with strong communication skills in English.
Process going forward:
Interested students should reply by sending their resume and a (limited) cover letter to Ronald Kolk (Ronald.kolk@avedoncapital.com) and Michel Verhoog (Michel.verhoog@avedoncapital.com) prior to February 1st. Applications will be assessed on a rolling basis.
About Avedon Capital Partners:
Avedon is an independent investment company with offices in Amsterdam and Dusseldorf. Avedon focuses on providing growth capital to mid-sized companies with a leading position in its sector coupled with a strong, passionate and committed management team. The Fund provides capital and support in the realization and expansion of the (international) growth potential of companies through for example roll out of locations, ‘buy-and-build’ plans or geographical expansion strategies.
www.avedoninvest.com
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