Description

Company Overview

Diligent Capital Partners (DCP) is an independent mid-market private equity firm based in Kyiv, Ukraine. The firm focuses on mobilising private and public capital to strengthen the Ukrainian and broader Black Sea regional economy. With over 30 years of investment experience in the region, DCP’s team has deployed more than EUR 400 million across 30+ transactions in Ukraine. Diligent Capital backs ambitious, growing companies and contributes to the reconstruction and development of Ukraine’s economy. During the Russo-Ukrainian war, Diligent Capital Partners and 2ndAries (Netherlands) have launched Food4Impact: a EUR 150 million fund to restore financing for Ukraine’s agribusinesses and food value chain, backed by a EUR 75 million guarantee from the European Commission’s Ukraine Investment Framework (UIF), F4i is designed to support Ukrainian food & agri companies with private debt and quasi-equity (mezzanine) instruments, giving them capital to sustain and scale operations.

Position Summary

We are seeking an Investment Analyst to join our investment team in Kyiv. This role offers a hybrid work setup (combining in-office and remote work) and focuses exclusively on investment analysis and deal execution. You will support the team through the entire investment cycle – from research and financial modelling to due diligence and preparing investment materials. If you see yourself as an aspiring investor with outstanding analytical skills, this position offers exposure to world-class private equity deals in an entrepreneurial, meritocratic environment, along with the opportunity to support Ukraine with impactful investments.

Key Responsibilities

• Transaction Support: Assist in all aspects of deal execution, including financial due diligence, transaction structuring, and coordination with advisors and stakeholders during the investment process.
• Financial Modeling & Valuation: Build and maintain detailed financial models and perform company valuation analyses (DCF, comparables, etc.) for prospective investments.
• Investment Materials: Prepare clear and concise investment materials – including investment memoranda, presentations, and analysis reports – to support decision-making and investment committee reviews.
  (Note: This role is focused on new investments)

Benefits

• Competitive Compensation: Market-competitive+ base salary with an annual performance-based bonus.
• Hybrid Work Environment: Flexible hybrid work arrangement and a comfortable office in the heart of Kyiv for in-person collaboration.
• Professional Growth: Significant opportunities for personal and professional growth by working alongside a top-tier investment team in the region.
• Culture & Exposure: A culture of entrepreneurship and meritocracy, providing exposure to world-class PE deals and a high-impact work environment.
• Benefits Package: Comprehensive employee benefits package and support for continuous learning and development.

Application Process

Qualified candidates are encouraged to apply. Please send your CV (in PDF format) to hr@diligent.capital with the subject line “Private Equity Analyst”. In your email, briefly introduce yourself and highlight your relevant experience and language skills. We look forward to hearing from you and will contact selected candidates to discuss next steps.

Requirements

Qualifications and Requirements

• Experience: At least 2 years of relevant experience in Big-4 (corporate finance, valuation, financial DD departments), investment banking, private equity, venture capital, corporate development, or management consulting.
• Education: Bachelor’s (or higher) degree in Finance, Business, Economics, or a related field.
• Analytical Skills: Exceptional analytical and quantitative skills with meticulous attention to detail. Demonstrated ability to analyse financial statements and complex business data critically.
• Financial Acumen: Proficiency in financial modelling and company valuation techniques, with advanced Excel skills and familiarity with standard valuation methods.
• Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills in Ukrainian (required) and English(working fluency). Ability to clearly articulate findings and present investment cases.
• Other: Strong work ethic, self-motivated with the ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment. A team player with good business judgment and problem-solving skills.