Selby Jennings

Investment Director | Private Equity

Posted: 18 hours ago

Job Description

About the FirmA leading private equity fund specializing in USD-denominated investments across Greater China and Asia-Pacific. The fund targets growth and buyout opportunities, leveraging deep industry expertise and a robust network to deliver superior returns.Position OverviewWe are seeking high-caliber professionals for Director level positions to join our investment team. The ideal candidates will have a proven track record in investment banking or private equity, with strong financial modeling skills (for Associates) and independent deal sourcing experience (for Directors and above).Key ResponsibilitiesIndependently source, originate, and evaluate high-quality investment opportunities.Build and leverage an extensive industry network to proactively expand the firm's deal pipeline.Lead all aspects of deal execution, from origination to closing, including negotiation and structuring.Represent the firm in external meetings, industry events, and with portfolio company management teams.Drive investment strategy and contribute to the overall direction of the fund. Requirements8+ years of experience in private equity or investment banking, with a focus on USD investments.Proven track record of independently sourcing and executing deals.Deep industry relationships and strong reputation in the market.Strategic thinker with strong leadership and negotiation skills.Fluent in English; Mandarin proficiency preferred. Preferred BackgroundAssociates: Prior experience at top-tier investment banks with a focus on financial modeling and transaction support.Directors and above: Demonstrated ability to independently originate and close deals, with a robust network in the PE/VC ecosystem.

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