Senior Investment Leader, Private Equity Health & Life Growth

Senior Investment Leader, Private Equity Health & Life Growth

Location: Broomfield, US

We are one of the largest global private markets investment managers, serving over 800 institutional investors worldwide. We have USD 185 billion in assets under management and around 2,000 professionals across 24 offices worldwide. Partners Group is an equal opportunity employer committed to cultural diversity.

Looking for an established senior investment leader to help build and lead Partners Group's growth equity team in the US. Reporting directly to Ben Breier (Head of Private Equity, Health and Life), your focus will lie primarily on healthcare minority growth investments (Series B+ with check sizes starting at $30M and scaling up to $200M) but also work on occasional control buyouts ($1B+ checks) globally. The team will be targeting companies that have achieved product market fit and momentum with a near-term path to profitability. The goal would be to deploy $500M per year to build the growth portfolio but could grow beyond this with success. This role will leverage your deep expertise in healthcare growth investing to identify transformative healthcare opportunities (pharma services, healthcare delivery, specialty pharma, healthcare IT, life sciences tools, and med tech), lead due diligence and build trust with management teams and founders. As a key platform architect, you'll also contribute to overall strategy and team development, collaborating closely with the broader PE direct team, 200-person team, and global growth team. They aim to transition from participating to leading rounds, actively shaping the market, and attracting top-tier companies through proactive, thematic deal origination and leadership in investment rounds. This is a pivotal role for an ambitious builder ready to help shape the future of their growth platform.

Responsibilities:

• Spearhead the strategic expansion of Partners Group growth equity portfolio by sourcing, executing, and managing investments
• Help lead the growth team in the US and work closely with the team of talented investment professionals across Europe and Singapore, fostering collaboration and maximizing team effectiveness
• Develop and implement a proactive, thematic sourcing strategy focused on identifying transformative healthcare opportunities (pharma services, healthcare delivery, specialty pharma, healthcare IT, life sciences tools, and med tech) within Series B+ with check sizes ranging from $30M to $200M
• Lead comprehensive due diligence processes, including financial analysis, market research, and management team evaluation
• Shape the future of Partners Group's growth platform, contributing to strategic planning, team development, and operational excellence

What we expect:

• 10-12+yrs of investing experience with exposure to healthcare growth investing
• Proven track record of successful transactions: experience closing deals and ideally involved in successful exits
• Boardroom experience: served on boards, with demonstrated ability to provide strategic guidance and mentorship to portfolio companies
• Innovative approach to due diligence: ability to go beyond traditional methods and uncover hidden potential while effectively assessing risks
• Demonstrated sourcing ability: relentless hunger for success and a passion for identifying and persuading high-growth businesses

Characteristics:

• Strong work ethic, resilience, and ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
• Proactive and forward-thinking, anticipating market trends and identifying emerging opportunities
• Ability to build trust and rapport with management teams, investors, and other stakeholders
• Collaborative and team-oriented, with a strong leadership presence
• High integrity, ethical conduct, and unwavering commitment to professional standards

What we offer:

Partners Group is a global financial institution that retains the culture, pace and agility of a start-up. As a growing firm, we are committed to attracting, developing and retaining the very best talent, by offering a workplace where results are truly recognized and rewarded. Our offerings include:

• Professional, international, and high-performing work-environment
• Challenging, rewarding career within a growing company
• Collaborative environment, with on-the-job training and mentorship opportunities
• Competitive benefits and wellness package, including medical, dental and vision coverage
• 401k (Roth and pre-tax options) with company-match
• Company paid life and disability insurance
• Education assistance program
• Lunch stipend
• Domestic and international events, including offsites and volunteer opportunities

Partners Group compensation has a long-term outlook and philosophy, and our total compensation emphasizes performance based long term incentives. Base pay range for this role is $310,000-$370,000, and a performance-based bonus are additional parts of the total compensation package.