Private Equity Specialist
Posted 4 days ago by Mercor
£150 Per hour
Inside
Remote
United Kingdom
Summary: Mercor is seeking Finance Experts based in the U.S., UK, Canada, Europe, or East Asia for a research project with a leading AI lab. Candidates should have a minimum of 2 years of experience in investment banking or private equity, with expertise in specific product groups. The role is fully asynchronous, requiring a commitment of at least 20 hours per week, and is expected to last until December. Successful contributions may lead to future project opportunities with Mercor.
Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct financial modeling and analysis in specified product groups.
- Participate in a behavioral interview and technical assessment as part of the vetting process.
- Log hours worked and submit for weekly payment via Stripe Connect.
- Commit to at least 20 hours of work per week.
- Contribute to the research project with a leading foundational model AI lab.
Key Skills:
- Minimum 2 years of experience in investment banking or private equity.
- Expertise in restructuring, distressed investing, PIPE, IPO modeling, or derivatives.
- Strong financial modeling skills.
- Ability to work asynchronously and manage time effectively.
- Experience with behavioral and technical assessments.
Salary (Rate): £150 hourly
City: undetermined
Country: United Kingdom
Working Arrangements: remote
IR35 Status: inside IR35
Seniority Level: undetermined
Industry: Finance
Mercor is recruiting U.S./UK/Canada/Europe/East Asia-based Finance Experts for a research project with a leading foundational model AI lab. You are a good fit if you: Have at least 2 years of experience working at top firms in investment banking or private equity and experience in at least one of the following Product groups Restructuring & Distressed Investing PIPE (private investment in public equities) / convertible security models IPO modeling Derivatives Coverage groups Biotech Gaming & lodging Telecom
Here are more details about the role: The work is fully asynchronous and can be done around your schedule You must be able to commit at least 20 hours per week for this role This contract is expected to last till December Successful contributions increase the odds that you are selected on future projects with Mercor
The vetting process involves: ~10 minute behavioral interview asking about previous deals you’ve worked on Technical assessment ( < 30 minutes) evaluating financial expertise One 2h paid assessment of modeling skills
With respect to pay and legal status: This role will pay $150/hour We will pay you out at the end of each week via Stripe Connect based on the number of hours you log You will be classified as an “at-will” contractor to Mercor Please note that we cannot currently support H1-B or STEM OPT status candidates We consider all qualified applicants without regard to legally protected characteristics and provide reasonable accommodations upon request.