Analyst (m/f/d) Debt Financing & Capital Markets
In this position, you will work within the Debt Financing & Capital Markets’ team and learn the broad financing business within a private equity. The Debt Financing & Capital Markets’ Team works on new (acquisition) financings for our Private Equity strategy (AURELIUS European Opportunities IV, AURELIUS Equity Opportunities and AURELIUS Wachstumskapital) as well as refinancings for our portfolio companies.
You will be based in Amsterdam and work across offices in Europe and the US as well as with our various portfolio companies in an international setting.
Responsibilities
In this position you will work closely with all members of the DF&CM team by providing substantive support in the financing of M&A transactions as well as the (re)financing of our portfolio companies. You will be acting as contact person for financing partners, consultants and advisors while working hand in hand with the Investment Team, the Operations Team and other AURELIUS teams. In this position, you will learn and support on a range of financing structures including asset-based lending and cashflow financing solutions.
- Structuring and Analysis: Debt capacity analysis; Review of potential financing structures and identification of relevant lenders
- Due diligence: Review and comment on due diligence materials; Coordinate external due diligence processes
- Financial Modelling and Preparation of Materials: Financial Model for lenders; Model relevant covenants and debt structures; Prepare lender materials including lender memorandum
- Execution: Coordinate outreach to lenders; Support the team with the documentation process and negotiations (from term sheet to full documentation); Work closely with external advisors and help manage various workstreams
- Investment process: Support the preparation of internal committee papers; Participate in the investment process and discussions
- Portfolio management: Monitoring of existing financings in collaboration with the management of the individual portfolio companies
Qualifications required
- Master’s degree with a major in business, finance, science or engineering
- 1 to 3 years of professional experience in corporate or investment banking (acquisition or leveraged finance), debt advisory or private equity
- Strong credit analysis skills
- Strong analytical and technical skills, including financial modelling and power point presentations
- Initial structuring know-how of financing solutions
- Knowledge of different forms of financings (cash flow & asset-based lending, debt capital markets)
- Basic knowledge of standard financing and collateral agreements as well as key financial figures and other covenants
- Relevant process/project management experience in the context of M&A transactions / in a deal environment
- Fluent in English; Other languages an advantage (including Dutch or German)
- Excellent MS-Office skills (especially Excel and PowerPoint)
Benefits
- An attractive success-related and performance-based salary package
- A highly motivated and interdisciplinary work environment with flat hierarchies
- International and dynamic team setting
- Impact-orientated atmosphere with long-term prospects
Please apply online including CV and cover letter as well as any additional relevant application documents (references etc.). Please state your earliest possible starting date and salary expectation.
What you’ll do
- Manage operations and financials of private equity funds and Special Purpose Vehicles (SPV), be part of a team working closely with our CFO
- Actively support closings of investment deals in collaboration with deal teams, legal and tax.
- Forster seamless communication and coordination with internal departments, including deal teams, legal, investor relations, as well as external parties and portfolio companies.
- Manage and review work of external fund administrators and ensure high quality and timely deliverables.
- Review and support preparation of quarterly reports and investor capital accounts
- Monitor liquidity and initiate capital calls / distributions.
- Close collaboration with accounting to ensure transactions are properly reflected.
- Work with external auditors to facilitate efficient and timely audit completion.
- Coordinate other external experts such as tax and legal.
- Actively participate in the development and enhancement of processes and tools, contributing to team-specific and firm-wide initiatives
- Manage ad hoc processes as required, demonstrating flexibility and agility in responding to evolving needs
What we’re looking for
- 3- 8 years of relevant experience in a Big 4 audit firm or private equity firm.
- University degree in finance, accounting or related field; further professional qualifications (ACCA, CPA, CFA) preferred.
- Excellent communication skills in English, proficiency in additional language such as German or French is a plus.
- Experience with Luxembourgish private equity funds (closed-ended).
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a solid understanding of international accounting standards and Lux GAAP.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment, with exceptional organisational and prioritisation skills.
- Have a personal drive and strive for excellence, willing to develop and learn. A person who walks the extra mile, takes responsibility and wants to deliver high quality.
What we offer
- Unique, challenging and independent role, managing various areas related to fund operations.
- Work with an inspiring team of professionals and be part of a fast growing, dynamic and successful investment firm.
- An attractive and performance-related remuneration package.
- Be part of an international team with close collaboration across multiple departments.
Please apply online including all relevant application documents (cover letter, CV and certificates), and stating your earliest possible starting date, preferred working hours and salary expectation.
What you’ll do
- Contract management among various jurisdictions and offices in close collaboration with management.
- Preparation and review of contracts (loan agreements, set-off agreements, service agreements, SPAs etc.);
- Reorganisations of companies and planning of acquisition structures together with M&A lawyers;
- You will support corporate bodies by reviewing or drafting contracts and agreements, or also resolutions and shareholders’ general meetings, including notices, proxies, and minutes;
- Support with simple due diligence issues – chain of title, etc;
- Correspondence with notaries, external lawyers, courts and authorities;
- Dealing with issues relating to money laundering prevention;
- Supporting Know Your Customer processes, maintain registers and support other compliance areas.
What we’re looking for
- University Degree in Law
- Fluent in English and German, French will be considered an asset.
- Proficient understanding of private equity and real estate investment structures, legal, and administrative requirements.
- Minimum of 2-5 years of in a similar role with relevant experience, knowledge in the Fund industry is an advantage.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment, with exceptional organisational and prioritisation skills.
- Quality-driven and structured with attention to details, minded with a “can do” attitude, effective and proactive.
- Personal drive for excellence, willing to develop and learn. A person who walks the extra mile, takes responsibility and wants to deliver high quality.
What we offer
- Unique, challenging and independent role, managing various legal areas related to private equity investments and operations.
- Work with an inspiring team of professionals and be part of a fast growing, dynamic and successful investment firm.
- An attractive and performance-related remuneration package.
- An international team with close collaboration across multiple departments.
- Dynamic and open-minded team, diverse culture, regular team events.
Please apply online including all relevant application documents (cover letter, CV and certificates), and stating your earliest possible starting date, preferred working hours and salary expectation.
What is the #1 reason why you joined AURELIUS?
Being based in Munich and working in the Private Equity environment for a decade, I was familiar with the AURELIUS brand. After having learned that they raised their Private Equity fund I was eager to be part of the journey.
Describe your job
No two days are alike. I am involved with various workstreams including the investment, legal or finance teams within AURELIUS or external advisors / lawyers supporting on transactions. It is true international cooperation.
Best thing about AURELIUS
Great people with great mindsets! You can definitely sense the determination to bring things forward and to see the bigger picture.
Personal statement
AURELIANS know how to party and to make events something special!
There is no internal rivalry at AURELIUS, just strong collaboration.
What is the #1 reason why you joined AURELIUS?
I joined AURELIUS due to the visionary management team, as well as the opportunity to build a finance team that not only delivers numbers but also facilitates growth and financial optimisation throughout the AURELIUS Growth Capital’s portfolio.
Describe your job
The best part of my job at AURELIUS is the incredible team I work with every day, the dynamics ensuring that no two days are alike, making my work engaging and dynamic, as well as the opportunity to contribute to an incredible growth journey.
Best thing about AURELIUS
The standout feature of AURELIUS is its sense of teamwork. Strong relationships are built not just during work hours but also through events, such as the annual ski trip. The commitment to supporting one another and working as a unified team, both within AURELIUS and with our portfolio companies, embodies the spirit of “one team, one goal”.
Personal statement
Outside of my professional life, I’m a passionate traveller, enjoying skiing and hiking in alps, as well as spending time with friends and family.
At AURELIUS, personality is important. Having strategic skills is not enough, we need people with communication skills and a hands-on mentality.
What is the #1 reason why you joined AURELIUS?
The opportunity to be part of the growth of a dynamic, ambitious group working on exciting and challenging transactions.
Describe your job
Although my primary focus is on equity transactions, the reality of my role is incredibly diverse. Working at AURELIUS has given me the opportunity to really broaden and develop my skill set both as a lawyer and as a Private Equity professional.
Best thing about AURELIUS
The opportunity to work collaboratively with and continuously learn from a broad range of interesting and high calibre colleagues with a wide spread of backgrounds and specialisms.
Personal statement
AURELIUS’ regular social events like the ski trip and summer/Christmas party are great opportunities to build relationships with colleagues from other offices within our network.
AURELIUS is about lots of decision making, freedom and flat hierarchies.