Private Equity Associate

Job Description

We are currently partnered with a well established LMM Buyout Private Equity firm that invest with a fairly Generalist mandate and has nearly $3 Billion in AUM. They've been around for several decades, have multiple offices across the US, and offer their Deal Team members the chance to stay on with the orgnaization for the long term. The group is now looking for someone to join the organization at the Associate level. This individual can start near term or wait until Summer of 2026. If you're looking to make a move to the buyside, have an interest in living in Ohio, and meet the below criteria, please apply!

Responsibilities

Support the full lifecycle of private equity investments, including sourcing, diligence, execution, and portfolio management across a diverse range of industries.

Conduct detailed financial modeling, valuation analyses, and scenario planning to evaluate potential investments.

Perform market research and competitive analysis to assess industry dynamics and identify attractive investment opportunities.

Assist in preparing investment memoranda and presentations for internal committees and external stakeholders.

Participate in deal structuring, negotiations, and coordination with legal, financial, and operational advisors.

Monitor portfolio company performance and collaborate with management teams to implement strategic and operational initiatives.

Contribute to fundraising efforts and investor reporting as needed.

Maintain strong relationships with industry experts, intermediaries, and other deal sources to support origination efforts.

Requirements

2-4 years of experience in investment banking experience doing M&A related transactions

Strong financial modeling and analytical skills, with a solid understanding of valuation methodologies and transaction structuring.

Ability to work across sectors and quickly develop domain knowledge in new industries.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex ideas clearly and persuasively.

Highly organized and detail-oriented, with the ability to manage multiple workstreams in a fast-paced environment.

Team-oriented mindset with a proactive approach to problem-solving and collaboration.

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Business, or a related field; MBA or other advanced degree is a plus but not required.Company Description

Operating as part of Phaidon International, Selby Jennings is a multi-award winning global recruitment organization focused on servicing the financial industry.

By breaking down financial markets into individual niches and micro-specialisms, Selby Jennings powers a knowledge-led model, delivering global solutions into local markets. Every consultant is an expert in their field. Structuring our teams to mirror the demands of our clients and candidates, we identify, qualify and present the highest caliber candidates, as well as identifying the best market opportunities for leading finance professionals.

We work in partnership with clients to tailor-make a suitable search model based on the type of assignment and client service level requirements, adopting a bespoke combination of solutions to ensure optimum reach into the active and passive market places.

From our offices around the world, we recruit beyond international boundaries, pro-actively sourcing the best talent in the industry. Across contingent, retained, and project solutions, our service is unrivaled; speaking to our level of service provision, search accuracy, and flexibility.

Full-time