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When you join USS, the size and scale of our pension scheme means you will have numerous opportunities to learn and develop your career. Given our size you'll have real autonomy and influence as you collaborate closely with a wide-ranging team of experts.
Our office is a vibrant place to work, and we offer flexibility of office/homeworking due to our hybrid model.
About the role
In your role as Analyst you will make a meaningful and valued contribution from the outset. This role will provide a great opportunity to spend 2 years rotating across the four PMG investment teams (Credit, Direct Private Equity, Private Equity Funds and Property) as a dedicated Analyst for 6 months in each team.
This will provide the individual with a strong foundation and broad understanding of all aspects of private markets investing, strategy and asset management.
What you will be doing
As a trusted part of the Private Markets you will be responsible for:
The Direct Equity Team targets direct investments across a range of investment strategies including Core Infrastructure, Core+ Infrastructure, Renewables and Sustainable Growth. Investments range from majority control positions (e.g.: Moto & Peco Pallets) to joint control investments (e.g.: Bruc Energy and Westerleigh) to large consortia positions (e.g.: Heathrow).
The Private Equity Funds team focuses on investing with, and alongside, Private Equity GPs globally by investing in funds as an LP and as a co-investor. Fund strategies range from traditional buy out funds to growth orientated strategies. Examples of existing GP partnerships include CVC, TPG, Blackstone and EQT.
Duties overview
- Investment due diligence (quantitative modelling and qualitative analysis of investment opportunities including preparation and review of commercial and financial due diligence and valuation and returns analysis);
- Contributing to origination activities with sector and target research and analysis;
- Co-authoring of Investment Committee papers and, subsequently, contributing to presenting these materials at committee stage;
- Collaboration with internal stakeholders including tax, investment legal, operational due diligence and compliance;
- Coordination of external advisors including investment banks, General Partners (GPs), external counsel and other advisers; and
- Liaison with potential and existing investee companies
About you
We know that sometimes people can be put off applying for a job if they don't tick every box, if you're excited about working for us and have most of the skills or experience we're looking for, then please apply, regardless of whether you meet all the requirements outlined in this profile.
To be successful in the role you will have:
- Post-graduation experience with a background in or serving financial services, ideally in an investment or advisory context (investment management, investment banking, corporate finance, accounting, ratings agency, law or consulting)
- Prior exposure to infrastructure and/or private equity considered advantageous but not a prerequisite for the role
- Critical thinker with strong analytical and numerical skills that can be applied to company valuation and financial analysis.
- Strong cashflow modelling skills (e.g.: LBO and/or DCF modelling) considered a plus although training will be provided
Why join us?
How we will reward you
- Great starting salary
- Generous annual leave package
- Access to a high quality pension scheme provided through Universities Superannuation Scheme
- Supportive people policies (including enhanced occupational sickness pay and family friendly pay)
- Financial contributions towards your personal development to help you maintain your physical and mental wellbeing
- Access to a range of health and wellbeing services i.e., private healthcare, discounted gym membership
- Learning and development opportunities to develop your skills, knowledge and talent
- Employee Volunteer Day’s to support the communities where you work and live
- Cycle to Work Scheme
Our culture and values
Our people are what makes us different. We work together to create a diverse and inclusive culture that embraces individuality, where people are welcomed and feel comfortable in the knowledge that they can be themselves. Our purpose firmly states the importance of members, putting them ‘front and centre’ of what we do. This is embedded through our values:
- Integrity
- Collaboration
- Excellence
