Source, execute and lead direct investments in technology businesses in the Americas; this person must be scrappy and comfortable with finding investment themes and opportunities and not wait for a CIM to appear on his/her desk
Manage quantitative and qualitative due diligence, including oversight of team-members and third-party advisors
Develop and review valuation analyses, lead the preparation of investment memoranda for, and present opportunities in, Investment Committee meetings
Lead review and negotiations of legal transaction documentation (e.g., SPA, SHA, MIP, etc.), including coordination of support from internal and external legal advisors
Contribute to structuring and raising debt financing, together with Partners Group's Capital Markets team
Actively engage with management teams and the boards of portfolio companies, including guiding the preparation of board materials and responsibility for certain post-closing value-creation initiatives
Develop exit strategy for portfolio companies and manage exit activities on a day to day basis (e.g., IPO or sell side process)
Manage relationships with key investment stakeholders, counterparties and partners
Recruit, lead and mentor junior transaction-professionals in and outside of investment processes
Contribute to Partners Group’s client related activities (e.g., “pitches”, updates, reporting, etc.)

At least 6+ years of private equity experience with a focus on the technology vertical, typically preceded by 2-3 years of investment banking experience
Strong understanding of the technology landscape and top software categories, and deep understanding of the software and SAAS business, ecosystem and revenue models.
Strong existing relationships with intermediaries
Superior business judgment in holistically assessing investment opportunities – market trends, strategic dynamics, company performance and quality of management teams
Ability to “manage up and down” in coordinating investment processes, while ensuring high-quality execution
Have superior written, verbal, and interpersonal communication and presentation skills and the ability to clearly articulate and execute strategic initiatives; Education and/or prior work experience in a technical discipline (computer science, data science) is a positive

Professional, international, and high-performing work-environment
Challenging, rewarding career within a growing company
Collaborative environment, with on-the-job training and mentorship opportunities
Competitive benefits and wellness package, including medical, dental and vision coverage
401k (Roth and pre-tax options) with company-match
25 vacation days, and 13 holidays annually
One-month sabbatical after every five years of service
Company paid life and disability insurance
Education assistance program
Lunch stipend
Domestic and international events, including offsites and volunteer opportunities

Investment Leader, Private Equity Technology

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