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Location: Bristol (with regional remit across the South West) Compensation: Competitive base + carried interest / performance-linked incentives Firm Type: Mid-Market Private Equity Fund
A highly regarded mid-market Private Equity Fund is establishing a presence in the South West to capitalise on one of the UK’s most vibrant and under-served growth markets. With a proven national track record and significant committed capital, the firm is now seeking to appoint an Investment Partner to lead and scale its regional investment activity.
This is a rare opportunity to build and lead a regional franchise – shaping strategy, driving origination, and developing long-term relationships with founders, advisors and investors across the South West ecosystem.
Origination & Market Development
Build and lead the South West investment presence, developing a strong deal pipeline across the mid-market (typically £10–100m EV range).
Establish and nurture relationships with corporate finance advisors, banks, entrepreneurs, management teams, and the local PE/VC network.
Represent the Fund as a visible and credible investor across the South West business community.
Deal Execution
Lead transactions from end-to-end: evaluation, structuring, negotiation and execution.
Manage due diligence, external advisors and internal approval processes.
Work closely with management teams to design growth strategies and create long-term value.
Portfolio Management
Act as Board representative for portfolio companies, supporting strategic initiatives, bolt-ons, and exit planning.
Drive post-investment value creation through active partnership with leadership teams.
Monitor performance and risk, ensuring alignment with fund objectives.
Leadership & Growth
Develop and grow a regional investment team over time.
Contribute to the fund’s national investment strategy and cross-portfolio collaboration.
Uphold the firm’s values of partnership, integrity and long-term value creation.
Candidate Profile
A senior investment professional (typically Investment Director, Partner or Head of Office level) with a proven track record in UK mid-market Private Equity or Growth Capital.
Deep personal and professional network across the South West corporate finance and investment community.
Strong origination instincts and ability to identify high-quality investment opportunities.
Demonstrable success leading deal execution and portfolio management across multiple sectors.
Background likely to include Corporate Finance, M&A, Transaction Services, or Principal Investing.
Collaborative leadership style, commercial gravitas, and entrepreneurial mindset suited to building a new regional platform.
Lead the build-out of a new South West investment hub with genuine autonomy.
Work within an established national mid-market platform with substantial dry powder.
Shape a long-term investment franchise aligned to your regional network and reputation.