CRS Newcastle Upon Tyne, England, United Kingdom
Investment Manager
CRS Newcastle Upon Tyne, England, United Kingdom
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Investment Manager – SME Debt Fund | Innovation Sector
Are you passionate about early-stage investing and the Innovation economy? Our client, an established Fund dedicated to supporting and nurturing creative businesses across the UK, is looking for an Investment Manager to join their high-performing Investment Department.
This is an exciting opportunity to be at the heart of their debt investment programme, providing vital finance to scale-up the most promising UK creative businesses.
What You’ll Do:
* Originate Investment Opportunities: Use your own network to discover and champion new investment propositions.
* Due Diligence & Deal Execution: Lead and manage the full investment process, including screening companies, conducting financial analysis, and progressing deals through to legal completion.
* Credit Committee Presentations: Present well-researched and compelling investment propositions for approval.
* Collaborate Across Departments: Work closely with internal teams to support marketing, fundraising, and operational activities.
* Leadership Development: From day one, you’ll take on substantial responsibility, with the opportunity to take the lead on projects and investment decisions in a short timeframe.
What You Bring:
* Finance/Accounting Expertise: You’ll have a strong foundation in financial analysis, modelling, and critically assessing company accounts.
* Investment Management Background: While prior investment experience is a plus, a genuine passion for early-stage investing and the creative industries is highly valued.
* Proactive and Independent: This is a fast-paced, non-hierarchical environment where you’ll need to take strong initiative, show leadership, and drive your own projects.
* Strong Communication Skills: Whether you’re presenting to stakeholders or collaborating with your team, you’ll need to be an excellent communicator.
Why You’ll Love It Here:
* Creative Focus: Work with businesses that push the boundaries of creativity and innovation in the UK.
* Collaborative Culture: Be part of a close-knit, supportive team where your ideas and contributions are valued.
* Career Growth: Develop your leadership skills and become a key player in scaling the next wave of creative businesses.
* No Ego, Just Teamwork: Join a non-hierarchical team where everyone takes ownership of their work and collaborates seamlessly.
If you’re ready to make an impact and grow within an organisation that’s transforming the Innovation economy, apply today!
Seniority Level
Mid-Senior level
Employment Type
Full-time
Job Function
Accounting/Auditing, Business Development, and Finance
Industries
Financial Services, Venture Capital and Private Equity Principals, and Banking
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