Descripción de la oferta
THE SEARCH: DRAX Altus is delighted to be supporting a pan-European private equity platform in the appointment of an Investment Partner to lead its expansion across the Iberian region. The strategy is centred on directly originated, relationship-led transactions, partnering with founders, family shareholders, and management teams to build enduring businesses. Based in Madrid, the successful candidate will take responsibility for deepening the firm’s footprint across Spain and Portugal, developing local networks, sourcing proprietary opportunities, and leading investments across the mid-cap segment. This is a senior leadership opportunity with meaningful autonomy and influence, forming part of the broader European partnership. THE ROLE: The role includes but is not limited to: Deal Origination & Execution Develop and maintain strong relationships with entrepreneurs, family owners, corporate carve-out teams, advisers, and regional intermediaries across Iberia. Lead the full investment lifecycle, including origination, diligence, financial modelling, structuring, negotiation, and completion. Identify opportunities across growth capital, succession situations, buyouts, and complex shareholder transitions. Drive a disciplined, partnership-oriented investment approach aligned with long-term value creation. Portfolio Management & Value Creation Serve as board representative across portfolio companies in the region. Work closely with management teams to support operational scaling, strategic initiatives, and selective M&A. Lead exit strategy development and execution in coordination with the wider European team. Ensure governance standards and performance discipline are maintained across investments. Platform & Leadership Contribution Play a leading role in shaping the firm’s Iberian strategy and market positioning. Collaborate across the broader European partnership to identify cross-border opportunities. Mentor junior professionals and help build a high-performing local team over time. Contribute to thought leadership around sector themes and mid-market value creation in Iberia. THE REQUIREMENTS: The successful candidate will demonstrate: Experience: 12+ years in private equity, principal investing, or M&A, with a strong track record of mid-cap transactions. Regional Knowledge: Deep understanding of the Spanish and Portuguese mid-market, with a well-established local network. Execution Capability: Proven ability to originate and lead complex transactions through to exit. Boardroom Presence: Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with credibility at founder and C-suite level. Language: Fluent Spanish and English required; Portuguese advantageous. WHY APPLY? Join a leading European mid-market investor with an empowered regional model. Take ownership of the Iberian strategy within a collaborative partnership structure. Focus on directly originated, relationship-driven investments. Step into a senior role with autonomy, influence, and long-term partnership potential. If you are interested in this role, please apply confidentially via DRAX Altus.
