is a majority-stake buyout private equity firm focused on Southeast Asia's small to mid-market businesses, partnering with business owners and next-generation successors to drive the critical shift from offline to online -- increasing topline revenue, reducing costs, and future-proofing operations.
We back businesses at critical inflection points -- whether navigating succession, scaling up, or systemizing operations -- and partner with management teams to build leaner, more competitive companies by enabling digital channels and infrastructure.
Our core expertise lies at the intersection of investment, technology implementation, operational improvement, and long-term value creation -- underpinned by deep sector expertise.
The Role
We are seeking a high-calibre
Private Equity Analyst
with strong financial and strategic acumen to join our investment team. This role offers full exposure to the private equity lifecycle -- from sourcing and diligence to operational transformation and value creation.
The ideal candidate is analytical, resourceful, and passionate about leveraging technology to drive business outcomes. You will be deeply involved in evaluating investments, supporting digital transformation, and helping scale Southeast Asia's next generation of industry champions.
Key Responsibilities
Conduct in-depth
industry research
into Southeast Asia's retail and F&B sectors, with focus on operational and technological trends.
Build robust
financial models
, including transformation scenarios and valuation sensitivity analyses.
Support
deal sourcing and screening
, identifying companies aligned with our thesis.
Prepare institutional-grade
investment memoranda, LP decks, and strategic materials
.
Assist in
commercial due diligence
, including market analysis, competitor benchmarking, and customer interviews.
Collaborate with operating partners to design and implement
digital transformation roadmaps
that drive tangible business impact.
Ideal Candidate
Strong academic track record with
First Class Honours in Finance, Economics, Business or a related field
.
Previous experience in private equity or management consulting
is highly preferred.
Exposure to
buyout investing
, operational improvement, or digital strategy is a strong plus.
Excellent
financial modelling and analytical
skills, with commercial intuition.
Passion for
technology-driven business transformation
and SME growth.
Comfortable working in a lean,
entrepreneurial environment
with high ownership.
Exceptional written, presentation, and interpersonal communication skills.
Knowledge of the
retail and F&B sectors
in Southeast Asia is advantageous.
What You'll Gain
End-to-end exposure to
majority buyout investing
in a fast-growing region.
Opportunity to work closely with seasoned investors, consultants, and operators.
Firsthand experience in how
technology can drive enterprise value creation
.
A seat at the table with founders, boards, and leadership teams.
High-growth learning environment and clear path to long-term career progression.
Send your CV and a short note on your background and transformation experience to contact@istanapartners.com. Please include your availability between August-December 2025.