Job Location : Lyon, France
About ARCHIMED
With offices in Europe, North America and Asia, ARCHIMED is a leading investment firm focused exclusively on healthcare industries. Its mix of operational, medical, scientific and financial expertise allows ARCHIMED to serve as both a strategic and financial partner to healthcare businesses. Prioritized areas of focus include Biopharma Products, Consumer Health, Healthcare IT, In Vitro Diagnostics, Life Science Tools & Biologic Services, MedTech, and Pharma Services.
ARCHIMED helps partners internationalize, acquire, innovate and expand their products and services. ARCHIMED manages €8 billion across its various funds, including the largest healthcare-only private equity fund raised by a European-based General Partner. Since inception, ARCHIMED has been a committed Impact investor, both directly and through its EURÊKA Foundation.
The Team
- An international team (with more than 30 nationalities) with complementary education and experience in the investment, medical, scientific, strategic and operational sectors
- Composed of alumni from: INSEAD, Berkeley, Georgetown, Bocconi, HEC Paris, Ponts et Chaussées, ESSEC, Imperial College, Dartmouth, etc.
- Professional backgrounds: Private Equity (3i, Siparex, USS Ltd, Barings, capiton), Consulting (A.T. Kearney, Bain, McKinsey), M&A (Lazard, EY, KPMG, PwC), Industry (Biotronik, Cerba, Pharmacy, Veterinary)
Responsibilities
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Investment Strategy and Planning:
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Develop and implement the investment strategy in alignment with the firm’s objectives.
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Identify and evaluate new investment opportunities.
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Conduct market research and analysis to support investment decisions.
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Deal Sourcing and Origination:
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Source and originate new investment opportunities through industry contacts, networking, and market research.
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Build and maintain relationships with investment banks, brokers, and other deal sources.
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Evaluate potential investments and present opportunities to the investment committee.
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Due Diligence:
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Lead due diligence efforts including financial, operational, and legal assessments.
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Work with internal and external advisors to conduct thorough due diligence.
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Develop investment theses and valuation models.
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Transaction Execution:
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Negotiate and structure investment transactions.
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Manage the drafting and review of legal documents and agreements.
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Oversee the closing process for investments.
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Portfolio Management:
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Monitor and manage portfolio companies to maximize value creation.
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Provide strategic guidance and support to portfolio company management teams.
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Develop and implement exit strategies to realize returns on investments.
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Team Leadership and Development:
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Lead and mentor junior investment professionals.
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Foster a collaborative and high-performance team environment.
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Promote continuous learning and professional development within the team.
Requirements
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Education:
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Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business, Economics, or related field. MBA or CFA preferred.
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Experience:
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Minimum of 7-10 years of experience in private equity or in the Healthcare industry.
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Proven track record of leading successful investments and managing portfolio companies.
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Skills:
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Strong analytical and financial modeling skills.
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Excellent negotiation and deal structuring capabilities.
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Deep understanding of financial markets and investment strategies.
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Exceptional leadership and team management skills.
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Excellent communication and presentation skills.
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Personal Attributes:
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High level of integrity and professionalism.
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Strong strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities.
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Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
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Proactive and self-motivated with a strong work ethic.
Benefits