General Atlantic is a leading global investor with more than four and a half decades of experience providing capital and strategic support for over 830 companies throughout its history. Established in 1980, General Atlantic continues to be a dedicated partner to visionary founders and investors seeking to build dynamic businesses and create long-term value. The firm leverages its patient capital, operational expertise, and global platform to support a diversified investment platform spanning Growth Equity, Credit, Climate, and Sustainable Infrastructure (Actis) strategies. General Atlantic manages approximately $103 billion in assets under management, inclusive of all strategies, as of December 31, 2024, with more than 900 professionals in 20 countries across five regions. For more information on General Atlantic, please visit: www.generalatlantic.com.

In October 2024, General Atlantic acquired Actis, which now operates as its Sustainable Infrastructure business alongside its existing strategies in Growth Equity, Credit, and Climate. Actis is a leading global investor in sustainable infrastructure, delivering competitive returns for institutional investors and measurable positive impact for the countries, cities and communities in which it operates. Actis invests in structural themes that support long-term, equitable growth in defensive, critical infrastructure across energy transition, digitalization transition, and supply chain transformation. The firm’s decades of global experience, operational know-how and strong culture allows it to create global sustainability leaders at scale. Since inception, Actis has raised $26 billion to invest in a better tomorrow. Actis is a signatory to the United Nations backed Principles for Responsible Investment (UNPRI), an investor initiative developed by the UNEP FI. The firm has consistently been awarded the highest rating score in the UNPRI independent assessment. You can learn more about Actis at www.act.is.

Working as a key member in one of our Actis investment teams, the Analyst Role supports the team on Actis' investments. Analysts work on screening of new investment ideas / strategies, and preliminary / final investment reviews of prospective investment opportunities for the fund. The candidate will also meet and engage actively with project developers, project partners, financial institutions and consultants on matters related to the financial performance of projects and investments as well as assisting a deal leader in all aspects of transaction origination, diligence, execution and asset management. This is a 3 year fixed term contract with potential for outstanding candidates to progress through the firm. Actis Analysts generally have 1-3 year experience in relevant industries (not including internships).

−     Financial modelling to evaluate new investment opportunities

−     Carry out market research through review of third party research reports, analyse market trends by conducting primary research and visiting competing projects/ assets. Actively contribute to sector initiatives, become knowledge resource for sector insights and expertise.

−     Conduct due diligence in support of transactions under the direction of the senior investment team members.

−     Prepare screening memos, investment committee memos for new investments and exits.

−     Review legal contracts including financing / investment documentation thoroughly, identify areas of transaction risk and potential mitigation strategies, as part of the deal team.

−     Assist the team in all matters related to the deal closing, including deal documentation, finance documentation and structuring.

 

−     Support business planning with the management teams, sponsors and operating partners for assets in the portfolio, actively review the business plans on an annual and quarterly basis.

−     Proactively work with the management teams, sponsors and operating partners to identify risks ahead and come up with mitigation strategies.

−     Assist the investment manager with portfolio/asset management of assigned project(s), including initiatives such as debt financing, operational improvement initiatives, management recruitment, and exit planning

−     Prepare quarterly investment reports and valuation reports for projects for review of investment manager

−     Work in partnership with global specialists (e.g. Environmental, Social, and Corporate Governance) and sector teams

−     Additional responsibilities include participation in Actis wide projects or initiatives.

−     Strong analytical skills, including financial modelling and valuation.

−     Expertise in financial statement analysis, cash flow projections and valuations.

−     Highly organised and focused.

−     Ability to work in a fast paced environment and to handle multiple projects at a time.

−     Excellent research, writing and communication skills.

−     Collaborate effectively with others, including senior managers and external parties.

−     Analytical and numeric thinking capability.

Candidates selected for interviews should meet the following criteria;

−    Experience in Private Equity or Investment Banking an advantage

 

  

You can learn more about Actis at www.act.is