Future Standard is seeking an Associate to join the Firm’s Primary Fund Investment Team. This team represents the Firm’s longest-standing strategy (established in 1994) and serves as the foundation of its middle-market, sponsor-focused investment platform, with integrated capabilities across primaries, direct equity, secondaries (LP- and GP-led), and credit.
The Firm maintains relationships with over 200 sponsors and commits to 40–50 funds annually, representing approximately $2 billion in capital commitments each year.
As a key member of the team, the Associate will support the construction and management of commingled and separate account portfolios. This role involves active participation in investment due diligence, performance monitoring, and sourcing opportunities across fund investment opportunities in Europe. The position offers meaningful exposure to the institutional investment management industry, including buyout, venture/growth equity, and special situations, across both established and emerging managers.
THE SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE IS EXPECTED TO:
QUALIFICATIONS:
Future Standard is a global alternative asset manager serving institutional and private wealth clients, investing across private equity, credit, real estate and infrastructure. With a 30+ year track record of value creation and $94 billion in assets under management, we back the business owners and financial sponsors that drive growth and innovation across the middle market, transforming untapped potential into durable value.
Total AUM estimated as of March 31, 2026.
Future Standard is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Future Standard does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or search firms. Any resume or referral submitted in the absence of a signed agreement is property of Future Standard and no fee will be paid.
Skills Required
- Minimum 3 years of relevant experience in private equity, investment banking, or consulting
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Business, Accounting, or related field
- Demonstrated ability to conduct manager research, underwriting, and investment due diligence
- Advanced analytical and financial modeling skills
- High proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills with strong attention to detail
- Proven ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
- Proactive, self-motivated, collaborative approach and strong interpersonal skills
- Fluent in English
- CFA designation
- German language skills
What We Do
Future Standard is a global alternative asset manager serving institutional and private wealth clients, investing across private equity, credit and real estate. With a 30+ year track record of value creation and over $86 billion(1) in assets under management, we back the business owners and financial sponsors that drive growth and innovation across the middle market, transforming untapped potential into durable value. The firm’s investment professionals manage a wide range of differentiated strategies across private markets and collectively manage relationships with 300+ sponsors. Future Standards’ active partnership model creates a virtuous cycle of superior market insights and deal flow, which inform the underwriting process and help to generate strong returns. 1Total AUM estimated as of March 31, 2025. Social media commenting guidelines: https://futurestandard.com/social-media-policy
