A LMM Buyout Private Equity firm located in Atlanta, GA is looking to adding someone onto their team at the Associate level. The firm is Generalist focused and currently investing out of their 2nd fund with plans to raise their 3rd soon. The firm posses a strong southern culture and truly all enjoys working with eachother. This would be a career track role and start date is flexible. If you're an Invesment Banking Analyst or Associate with 2+ years of experience, M&A experience, and interested, please apply!
Job Responsibilities
As a Private Equity Associate, you will play a critical role in the investment lifecycle, from deal sourcing and due diligence to portfolio management and exit strategies. Your key responsibilities will include:
• Deal Sourcing & Evaluation: Identify and evaluate potential investment opportunities through market research, financial modeling, and industry analysis.
• Due Diligence: Conduct in-depth due diligence including financial, operational, and legal assessments of target companies.
• Financial Modeling: Build and maintain complex financial models to assess investment returns, capital structures, and valuation scenarios.
• Transaction Execution: Support deal execution including drafting investment memos, coordinating with legal and advisory teams, and managing transaction timelines.
• Portfolio Management: Monitor and support portfolio companies, including performance tracking, strategic planning, and value creation initiatives.
• Market Research: Stay informed on industry trends, competitive landscapes, and macroeconomic factors affecting investment strategies.
• Stakeholder Communication: Prepare presentations and reports for internal investment committees and external stakeholders.
Job Requirements
• Education: Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Business, or a related field
• Experience: 2-4 years of experience in investment banking, management consulting, corporate development, or private equity.
• Technical Skills: Advanced proficiency in Excel (financial modeling), PowerPoint, and financial databases (e.g., Capital IQ, PitchBook).
• Analytical Ability: Strong quantitative and qualitative analytical skills with attention to detail.
• Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills; ability to present complex information clearly and concisely.
• Team Player: Collaborative mindset with the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
• Work Ethic: High level of initiative, integrity, and professionalism.
