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Private Equity Principal

On-site in Madrid·Full-time·Added 1 month ago (last checked 19 Oct)

Alantra

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Overview

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On-site, Madrid
Contract
Full-time
English
Required
Experience
7+ years

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Skills

Requirements

What we're looking for

  • 7-10 years of relevant experience, including substantial Private Equity exposure. Previous experience in Investment Banking, Strategic Consulting or Transaction Advisory Services would be valued.
  • Proven experience in executing and managing private equity investments.
  • Strong financial modelling, valuation, due diligence and structuring skills. Experience working with portfolio companies and management teams.
  • Excellent leadership, commercial judgement and communication skills.
  • Excellent English, both written and spoken. Other languages would be a plus. Advanced command of Microsoft Office and relevant financial databases. Proactive, entrepreneurial and results-oriented mindset, with strong attention to detail.

The role

Alantra Private Equity is one of the leading PE managers in Iberia, with more than 25 years of market experience. Alantra PE invests in mid-market companies (€5-30m EBITDA) operating primarily in the food, healthcare and industry tech sectors, mainly based in Iberia.

Key figures of the division:

  • 14 investment professionals in Spain
  • €0.9 billion in Assets under Management
  • c.€1.2bn invested across 94 acquisitions, including 70 add-ons
  • 13 portfolio companies

What you'll do

The successful candidate will play a senior role across the full investment cycle, from origination and execution to portfolio management and exit.

  • Origination and execution: Assess investment opportunities and lead financial analysis, valuation, due diligence, transaction structuring and financing.
  • Investment Committee: Prepare and present investment recommendations and supporting materials.
  • Portfolio management: Work closely with management teams and boards to monitor performance and drive strategic and operational value-creation initiatives.
  • Exit execution: Contribute to the preparation and execution of portfolio company exits.
  • Fundraising: Support fundraising, investor relations and fund reporting activities. Team development: Supervise and mentor junior investment professionals.

How you'll work

Start date: As soon as possible Location: Madrid, Spain

About Alantra

Alantra is a global investment banking and asset management firm headquartered in Madrid, Spain. The company provides financial advisory services including M&A, debt advisory, restructuring, and capital markets, alongside asset management solutions. With a strong presence across Europe, the US, and Asia, Alantra operates in over 20 countries and manages significant assets under management, making it a key player in the mid-market investment banking space.

In Spain, Alantra has its main office in Madrid and is deeply integrated into the local financial ecosystem. The firm is known for its entrepreneurial culture and collaborative environment, attracting international professionals who value exposure to cross-border transactions and a global network. For relocating professionals, Alantra offers opportunities to work on high-profile deals in sectors like financial services, technology, and asset management, with a meritocratic culture that supports career growth.

Industry
Investment Banking
Founded
2003
Employees
500–1,000
Headquarters
Madrid, Spain
In Spain
Madrid

Good to know if you are moving

  • Alantra is headquartered in Madrid, offering international hires the chance to work in Spain's financial capital.
  • The firm operates in over 20 countries, providing opportunities for cross-border deal exposure and international mobility.
  • Alantra's culture emphasizes entrepreneurship and meritocracy, which can be attractive for professionals seeking a dynamic environment.
  • The company has a strong focus on mid-market deals, allowing employees to take on significant responsibilities early in their careers.
  • Alantra offers roles in both investment banking and asset management, providing diverse career paths for finance professionals.

In their own words

About the company & team

Alantra is an independent global financial services firm that provides investment banking and asset management services to midmarket companies, families, and investors. The Group has over 500 professionals in Europe, the U.S., Latin America, Asia, and the Middle East.

In Investment Banking, Alantra has completed over 1,000 transactions in the last five years. Alantra combines a strong local presence in key financial centers with global sector- and product-specialized teams.

In Alternative Asset Management, Alantra offers its clients unique access to a wide range of investment strategies in five highly specialized asset management classes (private equity, active funds, private debt, energy, and venture capital). As of 31 December 2025, assets under management from consolidated businesses stood at c. €2.7bn, while those managed by firms in which the Group holds a strategic stake amounted to c €14.5bn

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