Buyout Analyst – Private Capital

Career Launch AI; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 185,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career acceleration platform

Job summary

A private capital firm is looking for a Buyout Analyst to support senior investment professionals in transaction execution and financial modeling. This entry-level role offers hands-on exposure to live buyout deals and rigorous analysis in a fast-paced environment. Ideal candidates should possess a Bachelor's degree in relevant fields and strong analytical and communication skills. The position offers competitive compensation and a hybrid work model.

Qualifications

• Strong Excel skills with the ability to build or review LBO and operating models.
• Solid understanding of accounting, corporate finance, and valuation principles.
• Prior internships or entry-level experience in investment banking, private equity, or corporate finance is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain LBO models, operating models, and transaction analyses.
• Analyze returns, leverage profiles, and capital structures.
• Prepare investment memoranda and IC presentation materials.

Skills

Strong analytical ability

Attention to detail

Clear communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Accounting, Engineering, Mathematics

Tools

Excel

LBO models

Job description

Career Launch AI Talent Network
Location: New York, NY (Hybrid)
Type: Full-Time
Compensation: Typically $140,000 – $185,000+ total compensation (varies by employer)

About This Role

This Buyout Analyst – Private Capital description represents the type of early-career buyout investing roles featured on the Career Launch AI Private Job Board.
It is not a direct job opening with a specific employer.

Members of the Career Launch AI platform gain access to exclusive private capital roles focused on buyout and control-oriented investing that may not appear on public job boards. Career Launch AI provides tools and structured support to help candidates reach hiring managers, prepare for interviews, and pursue high-caliber careers in private equity and private capital.

More information is available at careerlaunch.ai.

About the Opportunity

A lower middle-market private capital firm (representative of firms within our network) may seek a Buyout Analyst to support senior investment professionals across control buyout transactions, including leveraged buyouts, platform acquisitions, and add-on investments.

This role is designed for candidates at the beginning of their private equity careers, offering hands‑on exposure to live buyout deals, rigorous financial modeling, and close interaction with investment team members in a lean, execution‑driven environment.

Day-to-Day Responsibilities

Buyout Analysis & Financial Modeling

Build and maintain LBO models, operating models, and transaction analyses

Analyze returns, leverage profiles, capital structures, and downside scenarios

Perform valuation analyses using comparable companies, precedent transactions, and intrinsic valuation methods

Support screening and underwriting of new buyout opportunities

Assist with diligence across financial, commercial, operational, and legal workstreams

Analyze historical financials, forecasts, KPIs, and unit economics

Conduct industry, market, and competitive research to support investment theses

Investment Committee & Deal Execution Support

Prepare investment memoranda, financial exhibits, and IC presentation materials

Summarize risks, return drivers, and value‑creation opportunities

Support transaction execution from initial evaluation through closing

Assist in coordinating advisors and managing deal processes

Support ongoing portfolio company performance tracking

Assist with KPI dashboards, reporting, and variance analysis

Contribute to analysis for add‑on acquisitions, refinancings, and exit planning

Provide analytical support related to operational and strategic initiatives

What Makes This Work Engaging

Direct exposure to control‑oriented buyout investing

Hands‑on involvement in LBO modeling and transaction execution

Interaction with company management teams, founders, and senior PE investors

Accelerated learning across M&A, capital structures, and value creation

Ideal Candidate Profile

This profile reflects the competencies commonly sought for entry‑level buyout analyst roles.

Education & Technical Skills

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Accounting, Engineering, Mathematics, or a related field

Strong Excel skills with the ability to build or review LBO and operating models

Solid understanding of accounting, corporate finance, and valuation principles

Experience (Formal or Informal)

Prior internships or entry‑level experience in investment banking, private equity, transaction advisory, consulting, or corporate finance is beneficial

Demonstrated interest in buyouts, private equity, and control investing

Soft Skills & Mindset

Strong analytical ability and attention to detail

Clear written and verbal communication skills

Ability to perform in fast‑paced, transaction‑oriented environments

Coachable, curious, and motivated to develop as a buyout investor

How Career Launch AI Helps Candidates Access Roles Like This

Career Launch AI is a career acceleration platform supporting candidates pursuing competitive private capital and buyout roles.

AI‑Powered Job Search Automation

Automated applications to a large volume of relevant entry‑level buyout roles

Targeted searches across private equity, private capital, and related investment strategies

Human‑led outreach to buy‑side recruiters and investment professionals

Support initiating direct conversations beyond traditional job boards

Execution & Tracking Support

Streamlined systems to manage applications and outreach

End‑to‑end administrative support throughout the job search process

Interview & Case Preparation

Assistance with buyout case studies, LBO modeling tests, and technical interviews

Behavioral interview coaching aligned with entry‑level private equity roles

Ongoing guidance provided throughout the hiring process until placement

Learn More or Apply

To access roles of this kind through the Career Launch AI platform, visit:
careerlaunch.ai

Career Launch AI offers access to a curated private job board, personalized outreach support, automated application tools, interview preparation, and continued assistance until placement.

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