Senior Associate - Fund Valuation

Acuity Analytics

Acuity Analytics is a leading provider of bespoke research,analytics and technology solutions to the financial services sector, includingasset managers, corporate and investment banks, private equity and venturecapital firms, hedge funds and consulting firms. Its global network of over6,000 analysts and industry experts, combined with proprietary technology,supports more than 500 financial institutions and consulting companies tooperate more efficiently and unlock their human capital, driving revenue higherand transforming operations. Acuity is headquartered in London and operatesfrom 10 locations worldwide.

The company fosters a diverse, equitable and inclusive workenvironment, nurturing talent, regardless of race, gender, ethnicity or sexualorientation.

Acuity was established as a separate business from MoodysCorporation in 2019, following its acquisition by Equistone Partners Europe(Equistone). In January 2023, funds advised by global private equity firmPermira acquired a majority stake in the business from Equistone, which remainsinvested as a minority shareholder.

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Basic Information

Position Title

Sr. Associate/Associate/Delivery Lead/Delivery Manager

Experience Level

2-8 Years

Department

Private Markets

Location

Gurgaon

Organizational Relationships

Position reports to

Delivery Manager/Asst. Director

Job Purpose

The job role is in the Private Markets division at Acuity, one of the fastest growing segments within the firm. This opportunity is ideal for a private equity /investment banking / strategy consulting professional who is interested in working with leading global private equity funds and corporations.

Key Responsibilities

Tracking/monitoring new and existing client investments and analyse valuation shared by GP on monthly, quarterly and annual basis

In depth analysis of new Investments/deals and ensuring viability for all valuation assumptions /support.

Calculating ROI/MOIC, FMV, IRR for the new deals and existing investment portfolio

Analysing financial statements and key operating metrics

Identifying drivers for change in MOIC/valuation for different valuation cycles

Preparing detailed valuation templates for each investment using different valuation methodologies

Ability to arrive and analyse final valuation using Comps/DCF/NAV approach

Regular interaction with the stake holders and capture all information related to deal closing (ownership, deal structure etc.)

Ability to judge the nature of investments (direct, co-investment, secondary etc.)

Deep understanding of private equity structure and working of PE funds

Hands-on experience evaluating private company valuations, ownership structures, and seed to Series-stage fundraising activities

Responsible for regular interaction with client

Key Competencies

CFA/ MBA in Strategy, Finance, Operations or Economics

2-8 years of experience in strategy research and analysis, preferably across industries

At least 2-3 years of experience in directly communicating with clients. Experience in managing client communications solo will be considered an added advantage

Experience in handling projects independently

Strong problem-solving abilities and analytical thinking skills, as evidenced by extensive experience in utilizing those skills in research and consulting environment. Adept at synthesizing information to generate insights

Strong communication skills