Investment Manager – Associate
Colere & Co is looking for an Investment Manager Associate to join our growing team as we strengthen our buyout and private equity advisory team in the Nordics. As part of one of the leading independent platforms in the region, you will work on sponsor-led transactions, large-cap buyouts, strategic M&A, capital raises, and SPV structures for institutional investors.
This role is designed for ambitious professionals eager to operate at the intersection of private equity and investment banking—delivering high-quality advice to corporates, entrepreneurs, and financial sponsors across complex, high-value transactions. Simply crafting great deals.
At Colere & Co, we combine deep sector expertise with a next-generation approach to private equity advisory, leveraging data-driven insights, international networks, and an entrepreneurial mindset to deliver value for our clients and their portfolio companies.
Key Responsibilities
- Drive execution of sponsor-backed buyouts, growth capital transactions, and large-scale M&A mandates.
- Lead financial and strategic analysis to support decision-making for private equity clients and their portfolio companies.
- Take active responsibility in transaction processes, including due diligence coordination, valuation, structuring, and negotiation support.
- Originate opportunities through direct engagement with private equity funds, institutional investors, and corporates.
- Develop expertise in Colere & Co Capital Partners’ focus sectors: Buyout, fintech/technology, energy, sports & marketplaces/e-commerce, and digital services.
- Work closely with legal, financial, and operational advisors to deliver comprehensive transaction support.
- Author sector research, deal insights, and thought leadership for Colere & Co publications and events.
- Mentor junior colleagues and contribute to building the next generation of dealmakers.
Requirements
- Minimum 2–3 years of relevant experience in investment banking, private equity, corporate M&A, or management consulting.
- Strong alignment with Colere & Co’s culture of openness, integrity, collaboration, and ambition.
- Demonstrated passion for value creation within private equity, through past deal experience or exposure to sponsor-led environments.
- Advanced analytical and financial modeling skills, with the ability to link strategic insights to operational and financial performance.
- Excellent communication and presentation skills, capable of engaging senior stakeholders with clarity and confidence.
- High level of maturity and independence, comfortable working across distributed teams and cross-border transactions.
- Appreciation for sports, the outdoors, and travel—reflecting our culture of maintaining a balanced and active lifestyle.
Investment Banking – Analyst
The role offers the opportunity to work on some of the most dynamic mid-market transactions in the Nordics, with a focus on larger, cash-generative companies across a range of industries. Candidates ideally are ending their studies or have a combined 6–12 months of prior experience, from a leading investment bank, private equity internship or boutique advisory firm, where they have built a foundation in financial modeling, transaction execution, and drafting materials. Strong quantitative ability, proficiency in Microsoft Office, and a solid understanding of accounting fundamentals are required.
We seek individuals with a genuine passion for dealmaking and analytics—those who enjoy diving into company fundamentals, understanding business models, and working on complex transactions. The right candidate will combine an excellent academic background with strong technical skills, intellectual curiosity, and a collaborative approach. A high level of energy, self-motivation, and resilience is essential in our fast-paced and entrepreneurial team environment. Fluency in English is required.
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare marketing and transaction materials in close collaboration with client management teams (e.g., executive summaries, investment memoranda, investor presentations, financial models).
- Support transaction execution through process management, investor/buyer outreach, client communications, and coordination of advisors.
- Develop a strong understanding of transaction structures, valuation methodologies, and key negotiation points, including legal and financial documentation.
- Build sector knowledge and networks in the Nordic mid-market to support business development and origination.
- Contribute to thought leadership by preparing research reports, participating in pitches, and attending relevant industry events and conferences.
- Provide support and training to team members, particularly on analytical models, internal tools, and transaction processes.
- Advise clients on strategic options and execute mandates—supporting them through valuation, partner selection, transaction preparation, negotiations, and closing, always with a focus on maximizing value.
Requirements
- Ending their studies or have a combined 6–12 months of prior experience, from a leading investment bank, private equity firm, boutique advisory firm, corporate M&A, or management consulting.
- Strong academic credentials and proven analytical, numerical, and financial modeling skills.
- Clear and concise communication skills, both written and verbal.
- Entrepreneurial mindset with the ability to take initiative and assume responsibility early on.
- Team-oriented with the ability to collaborate effectively while also operating independently.
- High energy, resilience, and stamina to thrive in a demanding and high-performance environment.
Investment Director – Partner
Colere & Co is seeking an Investment Director – Partner to strengthen our buyout and private equity advisory platform as we continue expanding across the Nordics and, over time, into mid-Europe. You will play a key leadership role in driving transactions, building relationships with private equity sponsors, and supporting midsize companies with strong cash flows through transformative growth and portfolio value creation.
This is a senior role for a professional with proven deal execution experience, an entrepreneurial mindset, and a passion for shaping the private equity landscape in the Nordics. At Colere & Co, we combine deep sector knowledge, rigorous analytics, and a forward-looking approach to deliver exceptional results for sponsors, corporates, and entrepreneurs.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead execution of buyout and growth transactions, including cross-border mandates.
- Originate new opportunities by engaging directly with private equity funds, institutional investors, and company owners.
- Structure and manage SPVs and other investment vehicles to support sponsor-led transactions.
- Build and maintain strong networks with mid-market corporates and financial sponsors across the Nordics and wider Europe.
- Oversee due diligence, valuation, structuring, and negotiations to ensure smooth and successful execution.
- Develop sector expertise with a focus on midsize companies that demonstrate strong fundamentals and cash-flow generation.
- Represent Colere & Co at key events, including our annual Investment Predictions forum, and contribute to thought leadership.
- Mentor and develop junior colleagues to build the next generation of investment professionals.
Requirements
- Minimum 5-7 years of experience in private equity, investment banking, corporate M&A, or management consulting (at least 3 years in deal execution roles).
- Strong track record of working on buyouts, growth capital raises, or sponsor-backed transactions.
- Deep understanding of financial analysis, valuation, and transaction structuring.
- High level of maturity and credibility when engaging with senior stakeholders, entrepreneurs, and institutional investors.
- Proven ability to originate and nurture client relationships.
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, combined with strategic and entrepreneurial thinking.
- Strong personal fit with Colere & Co’s culture of integrity, openness, collaboration, and ambition.
- Appreciation for sports, the outdoors, and travel—core to Colere & Co’s lifestyle-driven culture.
