Associate / Senior Associate, Fordewind

We are looking for an Associate / Senior Associate to accelerate the firm’s expansion, providing an opportunity to dive deep into multiple practices of alternative investment industry (mergers and acquisitions, private equity and venture capital deals, capital fundraising, project and mezzanine financing), exclusive team spirit, challenging tasks and chance to grow into leadership role quickly.

• Full-cycle management of team projects/transactions (up to 4 projects in parallel)
• Review of investment analysis, presentation materials, complex financial models and business valuation opinions prepared by team members;
• Drafting of transaction documentation (LOI, TS and others);
• Coordination of due diligence process;
• Active involvement in negotiations and client meetings;
• Team members coordination and oversight across own projects;
• Mentoring junior colleagues;
• Critical review of new projects or business opportunities in the team pipeline.

Requirements

• 2-5 years of relevant experience in finance (Investment Banking; Equity Research, PE/VC, Strategy Consulting, BIG-4);
• Top of the class with preferences given to faculties with in-depth study of mathematics/economics (HSE, NES, MSU, MIPT);
• Critical thinking and strong mental abilities;
• High motivation and ability to work extra hours;
• Strong understanding of corporate finance, economics, and accounting concepts (CFA, ACCA, CAIA is a plus);
• Focus on constant professional and personal development;
• Responsible and strong team player focused on the final result;
• High attention to detail;
• Advanced communication and client management skills;
• Fluency in English.

Conditions

• Competitive salary and transparent bonus system;
• High level of independence with significant opportunities for career and professional growth;
• Steep learning curve across several finance practices (buy-side, sell-side, M&A, PE/VC);
• Flexible and “startup-like” working environment with young and motivated team members;
• Opportunity to lead new business lines;
• Remote work format is negotiable.

Fordewind

Fordewind is a fast-growing tech-focused investment firm engaged in alternative asset management (SME lending, real estate, and venture capital) and financial advisory (mergers and acquisitions, capital fundraising, private placements, project and mezzanine financing), founded in 2017 with offices located in Dubai (UAE), Moscow (RU). We work with high-net-worth individuals and institutional investors, corporations, small and medium enterprises.
Striving to be superior at every aspect of the job and protect our client's best interest, we value initiative and openness while preserving an entrepreneurial culture. Our core strength is the team of over 20 seasoned professionals with top-notch academic backgrounds and superior experience in investment banking, private equity, corporate banking, and audit.