Investor Relations Associate, leading Pan-African Private Equity Firm, London, UK

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About our client
We are currently working with a well-established African private equity firm which invests in established and fast-growing companies in the continent. Their Capital Formation (IR) team are now looking to expand and add a dynamic Associate in their London office.
What the job involves
As an Associate, you will take a key role in project managing the firm's fundraising efforts across the region and will gain exposure to tasks and activities throughout the fundraising process.

• Drafting of fund documentation such as RFPs, PPMs, DDQs and other materials
• Coordination of responses to technical and analytical requests from investors in an efficient and timely manner
• Support the creation, production and ongoing enhancements of client reporting
• Conduct market and competitor research
• Work on technology development and act as CRM platform manager
• Work collaboratively with internal teams such as legal, compliance, finance and investment

Who we are looking for

• Educated to a degree level with experience in investor relations, placement agent, investment banking, lead advisory and/or corporate finance or management consulting
• Previous knowledge or experience within private markets is beneficial
• Highly organised with excellent project management skills
• Comfortable understanding financial/performance terminology
• Proven ability to work well under pressure and manage multiple projects efficiently
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Advanced proficiency in MS Office and Adobe Acrobat
• Strong work ethic, collaborative team player, and high level of integrity