We are seeking a Private Equity Associate to join our clients investment team. The Associate will play an integral role throughout the full investment lifecycle, including sourcing and evaluating new opportunities, financial modeling, due diligence, transaction execution, and ongoing portfolio company support.

This is a strong opportunity for an investment banking or private equity professional looking to gain meaningful transaction experience and work closely with senior investment professionals and portfolio company management teams.

• Evaluate new investment opportunities across the firm's target sectors and investment criteria
• Build and maintain detailed LBO, operating, and returns models
• Conduct company, industry, competitive, and market analysis
• Support all aspects of transaction execution, including financial, commercial, operational, and legal due diligence
• Prepare investment committee materials and investment recommendations
• Coordinate with third-party advisors, lenders, management teams, and other transaction counterparties
• Assist with deal sourcing and the development of investment theses
• Monitor portfolio company performance, including financial results, KPIs, budgets, and strategic initiatives
• Work alongside portfolio company management teams on growth initiatives, add-on acquisitions, and value-creation opportunities
• Support portfolio company exit analysis and execution

• 2-4 years of relevant experience, ideally in investment banking, private equity, or a closely related transaction-oriented role
• Strong financial modeling, valuation, and analytical skills
• Experience with M&A transactions, leveraged buyouts, and/or debt financing
• Ability to evaluate businesses from both a quantitative and qualitative perspective
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Demonstrated attention to detail and ability to manage multiple workstreams
• Bachelor's degree from a strong academic institution
• Ability to work effectively in a lean, entrepreneurial investment environment