Associate, Infrastructure - Value Creation (m/f/d)

PATRIZIA is a leading partner for global real assets. The expertise and commitment of our global teams form the basis of our success. Shaping a sustainable future and making a positive contribution to society is what drives our daily business. As an Associate in the value creation group in the London Investment Management team, you will play a key role in driving post-acquisition growth and operational efficiency across PATRIZIA’s infrastructure private equity portfolio companies. You will work closely with investment professionals, management teams and external advisers to identify value creation opportunities, support execution of strategic initiatives and help portfolio businesses deliver sustainable operational improvement. With operations across the globe, PATRIZIA has offered investment opportunities in real estate and infrastructure to institutional, semi-professional, and private investors for over 40 years. PATRIZIA manages more than EUR 56 billion in assets and employs over 800 professionals across 26 offices worldwide. Through its PATRIZIA Foundation, PATRIZIA is committed to social responsibility. The Foundation has helped around 700,000 children and young people at its 25 children’s houses and vocational training centres in Africa, Asia, Latin America and Europe. You can find further information at www.patrizia.ag. Your Responsibilities: Assessing the core capabilities (e.g. financial planning, HR, IT) of the portfolio company throughout the transaction and developing a roadmap to reach the desired state of maturity Partnering with portfolio company management teams to identify, prioritise and execute post-acquisition value creation initiatives focused on growth, operational efficiency and organisational effectiveness. Driving operational improvement programmes across infrastructure portfolio companies, including performance optimisation, cost efficiency initiatives, governance enhancements and strategic planning. Building trusted relationships with management teams, boards and external stakeholders to influence outcomes and support effective decision-making, and providing management teams with the necessary challenge to achieve objectives Support and challenge the on-going risk management of the portfolio company. Supporting transaction execution and ownership transition processes, ensuring robust implementation plans are in place from signing through post-close integration and value creation. Providing technical and commercial insight on key contracts, operational frameworks and critical business processes, working alongside internal and external advisers where required. Monitoring portfolio company performance, helping develop KPIs, management reporting and action plans to improve operating and financial outcomes. Working closely with the investment team on strategic initiatives, business plans, due diligence findings and portfolio reviews to support long-term value realisation. What we look for: Minimum of four years’ professional experience in consulting, legal, infrastructure, private equity, corporate strategy or operational roles. Demonstrated ability to drive operational improvement, manage complex workstreams and deliver results in fast-paced, high-accountability environments. Strong technical understanding of commercial and contractual matters, with the ability to engage confidently on contract structures, risk allocation and implementation considerations. Solid transactional management experience, including exposure to due diligence, deal execution, contract negotiation, transition planning or post-merger / post-acquisition work. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively with senior stakeholders and portfolio company management teams. A hands-on, analytical and commercial mindset, with the judgement and resilience to operate across strategic and operational topics. What we offer Flexible working: A hybrid working model with an average of two remote working days per week Personal Development: Extensive internal training and development opportunities via our PATRIZIA Academy International & inclusive environment: An inclusive, equal-opportunity workplace within an international company, actively promoted by our ED&I Council Time for social engagement: Two additional days’ leave, e.g. for projects run by our PATRIZIA Foundation Strong community spirit: Active employee initiatives and networks Sounds like you? If you want to create a better tomorrow with us, we want to hear from you via our job portal (www.patrizia.ag/en/career). Together, let's make a positive impact. We’re proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. At PATRIZIA, we are committed to leading the industry in how we advance the equity, diversity and inclusion of our global teams. The opinion and experience of each individual counts. With inherent trust in each other, we do our greatest work steeped in courage, integrity, optimism and tenacity. PATRIZIA Infrastructure Ltd. | Human Resources 24 Endell Street | London WC2H 9HQ 20 | +44 20 45924-694 | www.patrizia.ag