Private Equity Associate

Soul Equity Solutions • Washington, DC

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Associate will join a middle-market private equity firm with offices in Chicago and the Washington D.C. metro area. Our client focuses on distribution, logistics, or industrial and business services sectors. This is an exciting opportunity to join a well-established, highly regarded firm which prides itself on its collaborative, dynamic culture and close partnerships with founder-owned businesses.

Requirements

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in investment banking or private equity, with lower middle-market experience a plus.
• Ability to multi-task in a dynamic environment, work independently, prioritize work effectively, and meet stringent deadlines while maintaining high quality of work standards.
• Team player
• Self-starter
• Strong analytical and communication (verbal and written) skills
• High attention to detail
• An undergraduate degree is required.

Responsibilities

• Financial analysis – Create financial models to analyze cash flows, investment returns, and enterprise values for new investment opportunities and existing portfolio companies
• Investment approval materials – Prepare memos and other approval materials for the Investment Committee
• Industry research – Conduct research on market size, growth prospects, demand drivers, key competitors, etc.
• Third party diligence – Facilitate diligence activities with third-party partners (e.g., senior lenders, accountants, attorneys, IT consultants, strategy consultants)
• Portfolio management – Assist with ongoing monitoring and ad hoc strategic projects for portfolio companies

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level