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H.I.G. Capital's US-based Hedge Fund (over $800m AUM) is looking for a Miami-based Analyst to focus on private equity-like investing in public markets. This long/short equities fund employs a private-equity-like approach to fundamental analysis with a substantial focus on primary research, in-depth company and industry knowledge, and detailed financial modeling. The fund’s investment strategy focuses on mid-term (12-24 months) and value-based investment opportunities, primarily among the mid- to small-cap stock universe.
The Analyst will report to either a variety of Sector Heads or the fund’s PM and be responsible for evaluating investment ideas while working in a team-oriented organization. (S)he must be able to think about stocks as companies and be passionate about understanding and analyzing businesses and industries. In building our team, we only seek applicants with a strong record of both academic achievement and work experience. The work experience that is most applicable to our investment approach includes strategic consulting, investment banking, private equity, and/or value-oriented investment management.
The successful candidate must meet the following criteria:
•Exceptional analytical and financial modeling skills (from both a quantitative and strategic perspective including background/experience in accounting and/or financial statement analysis)
•Resourceful at information gathering and have an ability to perform primary research
•Commercial instinct and solid business judgment
•Ability to advocate an investment judgment with imperfect information
•Strong interpersonal and communication skills
•At least 2 years of professional experience.
H.I.G. Capital is the largest and most active private equity firm in the lower-middle-market. Every year for the past 12 years, H.I.G. has consistently ranked in the top 1% for best performance returns among all private equity firms nationwide. H.I.G. focuses on the lower middle-market, a niche that we believe is particularly attractive, and where our extensive deal flow network and hands-on operating philosophy provide unique opportunities to generate superior returns. In each of our investments, H.I.G. adds value by actively participating in the strategic, operational, and financial issues facing the business. H.I.G. has grown substantially and manages capital for its limited partners across a number of different strategies. In addition to its core $750 million U.S. LBO fund, H.I.G. manages a $500 million Special Situations/Distressed Investing fund, a $500 million long/short Hedge fund, a $300 million Venture Capital fund and a €600 million European LBO fund. This year we have expanded our investment activities in Europe, opening offices in London, Paris and Hamburg.
Founded in 1993, H.I.G. has more than $4 billion of total capital under management and is currently the controlling shareholder in more than 40 companies with revenues in excess of $5.5 billion. Our investors include Goldman Sachs, Morgan Stanley, CSFB, JP Morgan Chase, Liberty Mutual Insurance, Verizon, DuPont, MIT, Stanford University, Dartmouth, and many other leading institutional investors. For a detailed overview of H.I.G. Capital, including information on our principals, portfolio companies, and operating philosophies, please visit our website at www.higcapital.com.
