Investment Manager, Italian Private Equity Fund About the Opportunity Our client is an established Italian Private Equity fund focused on lower mid-market investments across a broad range of sectors. The firm has built a strong track record of partnering with entrepreneurial businesses to accelerate growth through operational value creation, strategic development and buy-and-build initiatives. To support its continued investment activity, the fund is looking to appoint an Investment Manager to join its Milan-based investment team. Key Responsibilities The successful candidate will be actively involved throughout the entire investment lifecycle, including: - Origination and evaluation of new investment opportunities; - Financial analysis, valuation and LBO modelling; - Commercial,



financial and legal due diligence coordination; - Preparation of Investment Committee materials; - Negotiation and execution of acquisitions alongside senior partners; - Active portfolio monitoring and value creation initiatives; - Board preparation and interaction with portfolio company management teams; - Exit planning and execution. Candidate Profile The ideal candidate will possess the following qualifications: - Approximately 7–10 years of professional experience ; - Previous direct investing experience within a Private Equity fund is mandatory ; - Strong track record across the full investment cycle, from execution to portfolio management; - Excellent financial modelling and valuation capabilities; - Strong analytical skills combined with sound commercial judgement; - Ability to operate autonomously while working effectively within a lean investment team; - Excellent interpersonal and communication skills; - Fluency in both Italian and English. Mandatory Requirement Only candidates currently working, or having previously worked, in a Private Equity investment role will be considered. Applications from professionals with an exclusive background in Investment Banking, Corporate Fi

📌 Investment Manager (Milano)
🏢 Sparq.
📍 Milano