Job Description

Overview

A dynamic and growing lower middle market private equity firm headquartered in Atlanta is seeking a highly motivated Associate to join its investment team. The firm takes a generalist approach, investing across a diverse range of industries and focusing on control-oriented transactions in companies with strong growth potential.

Base pay range

$130,000.00/yr - $200,000.00/yr

Responsibilities

• Support all aspects of the investment process including sourcing, due diligence, financial modeling, deal execution, and portfolio management.
• Conduct industry research and competitive analysis to identify attractive investment opportunities.
• Build and maintain detailed financial models to evaluate potential investments and support decision-making.
• Participate in meetings with management teams, advisors, and other stakeholders throughout the investment lifecycle.
• Assist in the preparation of investment committee materials and presentations.
• Monitor portfolio company performance and support value creation initiatives post-close.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of experience in investment banking, management consulting, or a similar analytical role; prior private equity experience is a plus.
• Strong financial modeling and analytical skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
• Proven ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.
• Bachelor's degree from a top-tier institution; MBA or other advanced degree is a plus but not required.

Ideal Candidate Profile

• Entrepreneurial mindset with a passion for investing and working with growing businesses.
• Comfortable operating in a fast-paced, lean environment.
• Demonstrated interest in private equity and lower middle market investing.

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Finance

Industries

• Investment Management

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