Overview
Why Strada Partners?
Strada Partners is a European growth-oriented investment firm founded in 2022 by Bart Wouters and Matthias Vandepitte, who have a combined 25+ years of experience in private equity. The team’s track record includes investments across industries, with a particular focus on software, tech-enabled service businesses and healthcare.
We aim to build a concentrated portfolio of investments we can support over the longer term and provide with the necessary tools to compound growth on a pan-European level. We typically invest €10-50M of capital per investment and completed our 9 platform investments since inception.
We provide patient capital, with impatience to succeed. We are not afraid of the road less travelled.
Responsibilities
Pro-active sourcing of potential investment opportunities through desktop research
Evaluating inbound deal flow
Supporting the investment decision making process through due diligence support, reference calls, market research, preparation of materials, etc.
Assisting with projects for our existing portfolio companies and broader community
Preparing internal presentations, fund presentations, etc.
Qualifications
First-class business, economics, science or engineering degree
Financial literacy with solid Microsoft Office skills (in particular Excel and Powerpoint)
Problem solving skills
Down-to-earth
Entrepreneurial mindset, initiative-driven and curious
Fluent in English. French / Italian / Dutch or German is a plus
Prior internship experience in banking, strategy consulting or PE is required
Benefits
Hands-on experience in all aspects of Private Equity
Working in small and entrepreneurial team, directly with the founding Partners
Fast-paced learning environment
Fun working environment in center of Antwerp, but investing across Europe
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