Essar Capital - Associate - Portfolio Management Team

Associate - Portfolio Management Team (3-6 yrs) POSITION PURPOSE: To assist Senior Director/Operating Partner in managing & enhancing Essar Capital's portfolio companies while also supporting investment evaluation & capital allocation decisions through periodic business performance review, investment analysis & planning and by conducting industry & market analysis in order to maximize the value of the business. POSITION REQUIREMENTS: Education: - Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration or Accounting or Finance or equivalent is required - Master's Degree in Business Administration or Finance or equivalent is preferred Experience: - 3-5 years of experience in Portfolio Management or investment banking or business performance monitoring SKILL/COMPETENCIES REQUIREMENTS: - Understanding of business parameters (performance drivers & investment return metrics) - Analytical skills - Strong financial modelling and valuation skills (IRR, NPV, scenario analysis) - Portfolio and asset management - Investment analysis and capital allocation understanding - Data interpretation and presentation AREA KEY ACTIVITIES: 1. Portfolio Planning & Investment Screening: - Understand the business requirements, financial ability and objectives, and use market and technical knowledge to identify and articulate investment opportunities - Map new markets of potential interest, and identify potentially attractive investment opportunities within those markets to support business growth - Maintain excellent knowledge of external environment, market trends, investment opportunities and provide a thorough analysis and explanation (credit ratings, share-holder value etc.) on the best investment solutions to the Operating Partner - Evaluate and compare the relative quality of various securities, financial instruments in the equity space to provide insights for investment decisions - Define Investment areas, build databases, financial models and forecast to formulate investment recommendations - Support the Operating Partner / Senior Director in screening and evaluating new investment opportunities, expansion projects, and capital allocation decisions 2. Performance Monitoring: - Identify top level business performance factors and conduct a review to understand the current business performance and gap between target Monitor the business growth, performance vs target - Identify and highlight and risks, discrepancies or hurdles that might exist in the business and provide recommendations on suggestive measures - Conduct assessment of investment performance by maintaining and updating investment management information, analysis and reporting framework - Track valuation and investment performance at the investment level and raise any challenges/ discrepancies that impact shareholder return with the Operating Partner for further review and action - Prepare monthly / quarterly reports and analysis to provide a thorough performance analysis and explanation (credit ratings, share-holder value etc.) on the investment solutions to the Operating Partner - Monitor and follow up on investments and portfolios performance to ensure high achievement of returns - Provide regular updates within the team about the portfolio's accounts development and provide recommendations on future investment decisions 3. Portfolio Value Creation & Governance: - Independently manage multiple and complex investments and efficiently coordinate and interact with advisors, consultants, legal counsels and management - Carry out post investment follow-up to facilitate adherence whilst promptly highlighting any discrepancies and areas of improvement to the Operating Partner for immediate corrective action for the investments - Develop and maintain effective relationships with business operating teams and ensure collection of business data under the guidance and support of the Operating Partner 4. Investment Analysis & Transaction Support: - Conduct financial analysis and due diligence support for potential investments, acquisitions, or strategic opportunities - Support preparation of investment memos, financial models, and transaction evaluation notes - Evaluate project economics, investment risks and return scenarios for capital deployment decisions - Assist in monitoring post-investment performance against original investment assumptions 5. Market Research & Sector Intelligence: - Manage the relationship with external market intelligence agencies and build long-term relationships for the benefit of Essar Capital - Ensure the provision of analysis and reports on industry market trends internationally and conduct and manage research on various economic and market indicators - Maintain database of international and regional benchmarks - Support the Operating Partner on industry or sector focused financial reports and ensure they are provided in an accurate and precise manner - Ensure the development of the competitive