Analyst - Secondary Advisory

Venture Search is partnered with a global Investment Bank, who are looking for an Analyst 2 to join their team in London. Candidates must have experience in Secondary Advisory, buy-side Secondaries or M&A to be considered. More experienced candidates can also be considered for an Associate-level position.

Key Responsibilities:

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• Support the execution of secondary advisory mandates, including GP-led continuation vehicles, LP portfolio sales, tender offers, strip sales, and structured liquidity solutions.
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• Coordinate due diligence processes and data room management.
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• Assist in preparing transaction materials including teasers, information memoranda, management presentations, and process letters.
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• Build and maintain complex financial models and portfolio analyses.
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• Conduct valuation analysis on private market portfolios and underlying assets.
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• Monitor trends across the private capital secondaries market.
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• Conduct research on buyers, fund managers, portfolio companies, and market activity.
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• Prepare internal market updates, pitch materials, and strategic presentations for clients.
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• Assist senior team members with client relationship management and new business initiatives.
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• Participate in pitch preparation and prospective client meetings.
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• Maintain CRM records and transaction databases.
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Candidate Profile:

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• A minimum of 1-2 years of relevant experience in secondary advisory or buy-side secondaries. Candidates with experience in M&A from a high-performing bank will also be considered.
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• Strong financial modelling and analytical capabilities.
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• High level of professionalism and client-facing communication skills.
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• Advanced proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint.
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• Bachelor’s degree with strong academic performance.
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• ACA, CFA, or equivalent qualification is advantageous but not required.
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For more information, please contact [email protected]