Managing Director, Private Equity - Software

The Opportunity for a Managing Director, Private Equity - Software

The Managing Director will work with investment professionals possessing deep sector and regional expertise, playing a key role in making and managing direct investments within the Technology sector.

Who You'll Work With

Reporting to the Senior Managing Director (SMD), the Managing Director will lead deal teams comprising analysts, associates, and principals. These teams are supported by third-party consultants, operating executives, and legal and accounting professionals dedicated to each investment. The ideal candidate will have significant prior expertise and a strong track record in Technology investing, particularly in Software, with knowledge of emerging AI and digitization themes. Key focus areas include Application software, Infrastructure software, Digital & IT Services, and other Tech-enabled categories. In some instances, the Managing Director may collaborate with colleagues in global offices like London, Singapore, or Mumbai to evaluate international investment opportunities.

What You'll Do

When evaluating new investments, the Managing Director will lead a small team, with SMD oversight, to determine attractive investment opportunities. This analysis includes conducting industry and company due diligence, creating sophisticated financial models, arranging debt financing, negotiating legal documents, formulating value creation plans (in partnership with operating teams and other lead investors), and preparing written recommendations. Once a transaction is complete, the Managing Director will remain involved with the business, working with investment partners and the management team to implement value-enhancing initiatives. The Managing Director may take lead roles at the board and/or sub-committees. Active participation in origination is expected, identifying target investments and creating a “right to win” through unique value creation levers. Activities include desk research, working with consultants and operating executives, attending conferences, networking with management teams, and meeting industry participants to build high-impact relationships across the Technology investing ecosystem. The role involves leading sub-sector research and deep dives as the team evolves its coverage strategy with shifting industry dynamics, such as the emergence of AI. Collaboration with other Global Sector teams and across Investments on specific departmental initiatives is also crucial, seeking to lead deals with high-level communication from the global sector SMD.

What You'll Need

• 15+ years of relevant work experience, ideally the most recent experience leading deals in Technology private equity. Active Technology M&A in a lead corporate development role would also be considered, supplemented by previous experiences in management consulting, investment banking, and/or corporations (preferably corporate development or similar roles).
• Tenured private equity investor with a strong track record (technology/software experience strongly preferred). Please include deal sheets with your application.
• Experience playing a leading role in the investment process, including conducting due diligence, leading multiple diligence streams (financial, operational, legal, tax, insurance), arranging debt financing, and negotiating documentation.
• Significant experience serving on Boards of Directors.
• Established network of industry professionals, including mid to bulge bracket private equity, senior executives, and advisors.
• Strong negotiation, collaboration, and communication skills.
• Ability to balance priorities, work independently, lead projects, and thrive in a high-performance team environment.
• Willingness and ability to travel globally.

What We’re Offering

• Numerous opportunities for professional growth and development
• Comprehensive employer-paid benefits coverage
• Retirement income through a defined benefit pension plan
• The opportunity to invest back into the fund through our Deferred Incentive Program
• A flexible work environment combining in-office collaboration and remote working
• Competitive time off
• Our Flexible Travel Program gives you the option to work abroad in another region/country for up to a month each year
• Employee discount programs including Edvantage and Perkopolis

Key skills/competency

• Private Equity Investment
• Technology Sector Expertise
• Software Investment
• Deal Origination & Execution
• Due Diligence Leadership
• Financial Modeling
• Board Leadership
• Value Creation Strategies
• M&A Negotiation
• AI & Digitization Themes