Private Equity Analyst Program – Direct Investment Team

Job Description
 

The LGT Capital Partners Private Equity Analyst Program in the Direct Investment Team is a unique opportunity for recent graduates to launch an exciting career with a leading alternative investment specialist focused on private markets.
 

The Analyst Program is structured as a 2-year full-time employment with the opportunity for outstanding candidates to continue their career at LGT Capital Partners as an Associate. The position is located in Switzerland (near Zurich).

The anticipated start date is 1 July 2026 and the Program starts with a 3-weeks tailored training module and includes continuous on-the-job training.

You will join a team of experienced investment professionals fully dedicated to direct private equity investments. Since 2010, our team has committed more than USD 10 billion to over 350 direct investments globally. Consideration of environmental, social and governance (ESG) issues is an integral part of our investment process as underlined by our dedicated impact fund focused on direct investments. In our Direct Investment Team you can deepen your knowledge across the entire private equity investment process covering a wide range of industries and geographies in three key areas: co-investments, equity recaps, and follow-on financings.

The Analyst joining the Direct Investment Team will focus on developing the following core investment skills:

• Conduct extensive financial, market and business due diligence;
• Prepare investment memorandums, including detailed financial models and valuation analysis;
• Active participation in investment committee and team meetings;
• Attend management and board meetings and participate in site visits;
• Pro-actively identify attractive investment opportunities;
• Monitor the performance of portfolio investments.

Requirements

• Outstanding academic credentials from a leading university at Bachelor or Master level in business, economics, finance or similar;
• Prior internship experience in finance, investment banking, PE is a plus;
• Solid understanding of financial statements and fundamental business analysis;
• Ability to collaborate effectively with a diverse team, with excellent written and oral English skills – other languages are a plus;
• Enjoying work in an entrepreneurial atmosphere, with curiosity and a good flair for organization.

Kindly note that visa sponsorship is not provided for this role.

Please upload your complete application documents: CV, motivation letter, diplomas, grade transcripts and your reference letters.

Application deadline: 31 October 2025

What you can expect

• We provide modern working conditions, including work-from-home options, flexible hours and a home office allowance to ensure staff members have a work environment equipped with the latest technology;
• A diverse culture founded on mutual respect, teamwork and appreciation awaits you at LGT Capital Partners. We go the extra mile to generate impact;
• We empower and invest in you: your professional development and personal growth are our priority. We offer various internal and external training opportunities that are aligned with your ambitions and our business needs. If you are interested, you can also enhance your German or English language skills;
• We are proud to be owned by the Princely Family of Liechtenstein and our company is inspired by its entrepreneurial spirit;
• Commitment to ESG: our approach to business is influenced by the Princely Family’s long-term perspective. Sustainability is key for us and has shaped our actions since 2002;
• You benefit from favorable terms and conditions if you wish to participate in LGT Capital Partners’ investment programs or to use LGT banking products and services.

Contact Information
 

If you are interested in becoming an integral part of a successful alternative investment management team in an international, multicultural working environment we will be pleased to get to know you soon.
For further information please contact us.

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