Job Title:Senior Analyst – Private Equity
Location:Milan, ItalyFirm:Tier 1 European Private Equity FundAbout the Firm:The firm is a leading European private equity investor with a long-standing track record of delivering top-quartile returns across multiple fund vintages. With offices in key financial hubs and a pan-European investment strategy, the fund focuses on control buyouts and growth capital investments in high-potential companies across sectors.Position Overview:The firm is seeking a highly motivated and commercially astute Senior Analyst to join its investment team in Milan. This role offers the opportunity to work alongside experienced investors in evaluating and executing private equity transactions across Italy and the wider European market.Key Responsibilities:Support all aspects of the investment process, from origination to execution and portfolio management
Conduct detailed financial modelling, valuation analysis, and market research
Participate in due diligence processes across commercial, financial, and legal workstreams
Prepare investment committee materials and assist in internal deal presentations
Monitor portfolio company performance and support value creation initiatives post-investment
Collaborate with senior team members, management teams, and external advisorsQualifications Requirements:2–3 years of experience in investment banking, strategy consulting, or another top-tier buy-side or advisory environment
Outstanding financial modelling, analytical, and problem-solving skills
Strong commercial mindset with a demonstrated passion for investing
Excellent academic track record from a leading university or business school
Fluent in Italian and English; additional European languages are a plus
Highly motivated, entrepreneurial, and able to thrive in a fast-paced, meritocratic environment