Valuation Officer FR

Employment: Full-time Experience: Mid-Senior level Education: Bachelor's Degree As a Valuation Officer FR, you will play a key role in the funds valuation processes, overseeing the approval of fair values, participating in valuation methodologies set-ups, analysing valuation models, helping review financial reportings thus ensuring accuracy and timeliness, and acting as a point of contact for valuation-related matters. You will collaborate closely with internal teams, fund administrators, and external service providers to ensure compliance with valuation policies and regulatory requirements. This position is based in Spain and reports directly to the VP Operational Center of Excellence. Key Responsibilities: You will co-create and co-design valuations for the calculation of the fair values of alternative investments with an initial focus on the asset classes private equity, venture capital and fund of funds; You will review, validate and challenge valuations provided by external appraisals on all material components, i.e. hypothesis regarding , revenues, WACC, discount factors, and any other critical factors and model assumptions); You will liaise with portfolio managers and valuation providers in France and abroad, partnering together and aligning on current topics and future developments; You will generally support and partner with the Finance Manager in the day to day duties (i.e. valuation frameworks, processes and policies of the AIFM and AIFs) and work with him/her on new projects (like the implementation of new regulatory changes); You will support the production of the periodical reportings covering the valuations, changes, drivers and threats for clients; You will support the investment committee for valuation related matters and retrieve the data necessary for the set up of the valuation frameworks and methodologies of funds; You will support the monitoring of the Net Asset Values issued by our funds. Requirements Qualifications & Experience You hold a degree in Finance, Business, Economics or similar; CFA, CAIA or equivalent additional qualifications are an advantage; You have up to 2 years of professional experience in a comparable role e.g. third-party or in-house AIFM, in an asset management or a Big4 company, corporate finance or deal advisory; You have (a first) experience in the asset classes private equity and venture capital, fund of funds – private debt, infrastructure and/or RE are a plus; You have a good knowledge of the regulatory framework regarding alternative investment funds and asset managers (e.g. IPEV guidelines, AIFM Directive resp. CDR 231/2013, CSSF circulars); You are fluent in English and French, other European languages are a plus. Skills & Behaviours: Excellent knowledge of the valuation rules laid down by the AIFM Directive, as well as international practices such as IPEV (International Private Equity and Venture capital valuation); Demonstrate strong analytical and critical thinking skills to assess complex financial data and formulate sound judgments; Exhibit excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, ensuring clarity in collaboration with other members, stakeholders, and clients; Cultivate a proactive and dynamic approach to work, with a commitment to continuous learning and development in valuation; Maintain a positive and collaborative attitude, contributing to a motivating work environment; Prioritise workload effectively and manage multiple tasks concurrently to meet deadlines and deliver high-quality results; Foster strong relationships with external partners, promoting transparency and collaboration in the valuation process; Adapt to changing regulatory landscapes and market conditions, ensuring the organisation remains compliant and competitive. Benefits Join a culture that celebrates creativity and welcomes innovative, disruptive ideas, empowering you to make a real impact. Immerse yourself in a fast-paced, diverse workplace where you'll have the chance to collaborate and learn from specialists across various fields, fostering personal and professional growth. Embrace automation and seamless tech integration in your workflows⚙, while our platform boosts operations through tech leverage, ensuring you stay ahead of the curve and updated with new technologies. Work in a comfortable, ergonomic environment within our spacious, modern offices where you can enjoy daily fresh fruit and coffee! Monthly afterworks organised by the company to unwind and strengthen team connections.