Associate, Transaction Support Group at General Atlantic

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Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

27 Apr, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

28 Jan, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Transaction Support, Deal Execution, Legal Coordination, Compliance Coordination, Tax Coordination, Regulatory Requirements, Investment Management, SPV Governance, Legal Advisors Instruction, Internal Approval Processes, Flow of Funds Procedures, Document Execution, Stakeholder Relationship Management, Due Diligence, Project Management, Attention to Detail

Industry

Financial Services

Description

About General Atlantic General Atlantic is a leading global investor with more than four and a half decades of experience providing capital and strategic support for over 830 companies throughout its history. Established in 1980, General Atlantic continues to be a dedicated partner to visionary founders and investors seeking to build dynamic businesses and create long term value. Guided by the conviction that entrepreneurs can be incredible agents of transformational change, the firm combines a collaborative global approach, sector specific expertise, a long-term investment horizon, and a deep understanding of growth drivers to partner with and scale innovative businesses around the world. The firm leverages its patient capital, operational expertise, and global platform to support a diversified investment platform spanning Growth Equity, Credit, Climate, and Sustainable Infrastructure strategies. General Atlantic manages approximately $118 billion in assets under management, inclusive of all strategies, as of September 30, 2025, with more than 900 professionals in 20 countries across five regions. For more information on General Atlantic, please visit: www.generalatlantic.com. Position Summary The Transaction Support Group (“TSG”) team at Actis plays an essential role in the coordination, execution, implementation and management of transactions throughout the life of a fund. This function will sit both in the Energy and Infrastructure asset class and the wider TSG team which comprises of three core team members. The objective of this role is to introduce efficiency to the entire investment process by supporting deal teams in navigating legal, compliance, tax and regulatory requirements during the origination, execution, investment management and exit stages. This position becomes a key ‘enabler’ and main point of contact between deal teams and other functional teams across the Actis platforms (legal, tax, compliance, SPV governance, Funds services, finance functions), as well as external advisors where applicable. Responsibilities You will be a critical part of the deal management function. This will require involvement on multiple levels including instructing legal advisors, assisting on internal approval processes, ensuring the set-up of our investment vehicles (SPVs), flow of funds procedures, execution of documents and director briefings. A TSG member must be able to grasp all facets of a deal and effectively communicate, coordinate and manage all the processes linked to a deal both internally and externally. Management of legal processes including non-disclosure agreements, term sheets, engagement agreements, briefing of external counsel and regular interaction with the Actis Legal team as well as Actis’s preferred legal advisors. Relationship building and maintenance with internal and external stakeholders is a key requirement for the role. Assisting in the coordination of compliance-related matters such as customer due diligence and other regulatory requirements which are implemented by the Actis Compliance team and supported by our preferred legal advisors. Working closely with our SPV Governance team and our service providers who manage our SPVs in various jurisdictions including Mauritius, Luxembourg and Singapore to ensure transactions are concluded in line with TSG’s best practice. This is an important deal management function and you will be most effective immersing yourself in your asset class, your deal teams and understanding the intricacies and moving parts of each transaction including a high-level understanding (or ability to learn fast) of legal, tax, commercial and governance related matters. Presenting on the status of transactions at quarterly management meetings of the Energy and Infrastructure teams. Qualifications A tertiary qualification which includes functioning legal knowledge and experience. Candidates with a legal work experience either as part of an in house legal team or group company secretary office in a medium to large enterprise will be preferred. Exposure to an international working environment, preferably gained in an inclusive and collaborative multinational company is advantageous but not required. Project management experience in commercial transactions (small, medium or large) would be advantageous. Can demonstrate the ability and track record to learn and grasp new processes. Keen and quick learner with strong attention to detail. Track record in collaboration with external service providers and internal business units such as finance and compliance. Has a passion to learn and develop a career through collaboration and pushing boundaries in personal development Independent self-starter who naturally takes initiative, can see the big picture while still maintaining focus on priorities and details. Roll-up-one’s sleeves attitude important. Strong written and spoken English. Excellent communication skills are essential. Personal Attributes Excellent inter-personal, co-ordination and time management skills. Keen and quick learner with strong attention to detail. Performance and results oriented. Has a passion to learn and develop a career through collaboration and pushing boundaries in personal development. Ability to manage granular-level tasks and co-ordinate activities, diaries and manage stakeholders. Ability to prioritise own workload and meet deadlines. Ability to work well independently and as part of a team. Fluent written and spoken English. General Atlantic is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law. By completing this application, you are consenting to General Atlantic’s processing and use of your personal data. Information on how General Atlantic will use and process your data can be found here: https://www.generalatlantic.com/privacy-notice/

Responsibilities

The role involves being a critical part of the deal management function, coordinating legal processes, assisting with compliance, and ensuring the setup of investment vehicles (SPVs) across origination, execution, and exit stages. This requires managing internal and external processes and serving as a key contact point between deal teams and functional departments.