Associate, North America Private Equity (2027)

Bain Capital; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 135,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits package

Potential discretionary annual bonus

Job summary

Bain Capital in Boston is seeking an Associate for its renowned program, which provides a unique opportunity for investment management experience. Associates will engage in fundamental strategic analysis and support portfolio companies to improve operations.

Applicants should have at least 2 years of experience in management consulting or investment management and a strong academic background from a top undergraduate school. The expected annual base salary is $150,000 with potential bonuses.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of work experience in management consulting and/or investment management.
• Excellent professional and academic track record.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate investment opportunities through fundamental strategic analysis.
• Gain unique operating experience through exposure to portfolio company issues.

Skills

Exceptional business analytic and quantitative skills

Ability to operate with limited supervision

Strong interpersonal skills

Highly analytical and strategic thinker

Dedicated team player with a strong sense of ownership

Education

Strong academic record at a top undergraduate school

Job description

Bain Capital Private Equity Overview

With approximately $185 billion of assets under management, Bain Capital is one of the world’s leading private investment firms. We create lasting impact for our investors, teams, businesses, and the communities in which we live. Over four decades we have strategically grown our platform to focus on Private Equity, Growth & Venture, Capital Solutions, Credit & Capital Markets, and Real Assets. Today, our team includes 1,880+ employees in 24 offices on four continents. We partner differently to help people and companies embrace possibility and realize potential. Founded as a private partnership in 1984, we have fostered a culture of innovation, entrepreneurialism, and agility, empowering our people to define and own their career trajectories.

Our partnership approach enables us to pursue strategic growth, build enduring relationships with a robust external network, and collaborate across our integrated platform to connect the deep and diverse expertise that unlocks breakthrough insights. Our people are the heart of our advantage. Colleagues at all levels have a seat at the table as they tackle business challenges with a principal investor mindset. By asking incisive questions, respectfully challenging one another, and remaining intellectually agile, we work together to achieve exceptional outcomes.

Associate Program Description

The Associate program is a two‑year commitment with potential for promotion to Vice President following business school. It provides a differential experience due to the roles Associates play and our value‑added approach to investment management. The breadth of industries, multiple types of investments, and overall deal volume give Associates a unique opportunity to gain significant experience in a short period.

Bain Capital professionals are exposed to a broad set of situations and companies, systematically developing skills as a value‑added investor—not just a financial engineer. Associates learn to evaluate investment opportunities through fundamental strategic analysis in addition to traditional financial modeling. They may also be exposed to portfolio company issues such as potential add‑on investments, liquidity options, and improving core operations, gaining unique operating experience. The program includes a comprehensive training program designed to introduce Bain Capital’s value‑added investment approach.

General Qualifications

• Exceptional business analytic and quantitative skills
• 2+ years of work experience in management consulting and/or investment management
• Excellent professional and academic track record
• Ability to operate with limited supervision
• Highly analytical and strategic thinker
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Dedicated team player with a strong sense of ownership

Required Education

Strong academic record at a top undergraduate school.

Compensation

Expected annual base salary: $150,000. Actual base salary will be determined by a wide range of factors including role, function, level, experience, qualifications, and geographic location. This position may be eligible for a discretionary annual bonus based upon individual impact, team performance, and firm performance. Bain Capital offers a competitive benefits package designed to support employees’ health, financial security, family needs, and overall well‑being.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Bain Capital is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or veteran status.