Deal Origination Associate

Initio Capital; New York (NY); Remote; USD 1,000 - 10,000; Full time

Job summary

A private capital ecosystem is seeking Deal Origination Associates to identify and introduce investment opportunities to a network of investors. This contractor role offers deal-based compensation, with earnings typically ranging from $1,000 to $10,000 per closed transaction. Ideal candidates are professionals with strong networks in investment and finance, who can work independently and provide valuable insights into deal flows. This role provides a unique opportunity to build a verified deal track record within the ecosystem.

Qualifications

• Professionals with visibility into transaction opportunities or proprietary deal flow.
• Strong network of contacts within private equity and growth equity.
• Ability to source investment opportunities and provide context for deals.

Responsibilities

• Source and submit proprietary investment opportunities.
• Work directly with capital allocators and sponsors on deals.
• Earn compensation based on deal closures.

Skills

Networking

Deal origination

Investment analysis

Job description

Certified Contractor Role
Platform: Initio Sphere – Private Capital Ecosystem – https://initiosphere.org
Compensation: Deal-based earnings + performance bonuses (typically $1,000–$10,000+ per closed transaction, based on deal size and role)

About Initio Sphere

Initio Sphere is a private capital ecosystem where capital meets talent. We connect fund managers, investors, and operators with high-quality deal flow, analyst support, and institutional infrastructure across private markets.

Our platform is designed for professionals who want real exposure, real upside, and real credibility—not job boards, spreadsheets, or unpaid sourcing.

Role Overview

Initio Sphere is onboarding Deal Origination Associates to identify, originate, and introduce qualified investment opportunities to our network of investors and fund managers.

This is a contractor role, not traditional employment. Deal Origination Associates operate independently through a verification and approval process.

Once approved, Associates:

Source and submit proprietary or off-market investment opportunities

Work directly with capital allocators and sponsors on live transactions

Earn deal-based compensation for deals that close

Build a verified deal track record within the Initio Sphere ecosystem

This role is ideal for professionals already close to deal flow, including operators, brokers, intermediaries, advisors, and well-networked professionals.

What You’ll Do (Approval-Based)

Approved Deal Origination Associates may:

• Source proprietary or semi-proprietary investment opportunities
• Introduce deals to Initio Sphere’s investor and sponsor network
• Provide high-level deal context (asset, structure, economics, thesis)
• Coordinate initial introductions between deal principals and capital partners
• Support early-stage diligence handoff to analysts (who handle modeling)

Deal Origination Associates are not responsible for underwriting, modeling, or capital raising.

Based on approval, Associates may submit opportunities across:

• Private equity and growth equity transactions
• Operating businesses and special situations
• Structured or opportunistic investments

Compensation & Economics

Success-based, transaction-driven compensation only

Typical earnings range: $1,000–$10,000+ per closed deal

Payments issued after successful transaction close and fee collection

Economics vary by deal size, structure, and Associate role

No caps for consistently high-quality deal flow

How Deal Origination Associates Get Activated

Submit a Deal Origination Associate application with background details

Complete verification and category approval

Get activated on the Initio Sphere platform

Begin submitting qualified deals through curated network channels

There is no cold applying to funds and no blind pitching.

Compliance Notice

Compliance Notice

• Provide investment advice
• Solicit securities
• Market investments to the general public
• Represent Initio Sphere in a regulated capacity

All activity is limited to deal introduction and relationship facilitation, compliant with applicable securities laws.

Who This Role Is For

Who This Role Is For

• Operators with visibility into real transactions
• Brokers and intermediaries with proprietary deal flow
• Advisors, consultants, or founders close to capital needs
• Networked professionals who consistently hear about deals early

Why Join Initio Sphere

Why Join Initio Sphere

• Monetize proprietary deal flow without building a fund
• Earn on transactions without underwriting or capital risk
• Work directly with credible capital allocators
• Build long-term credibility, trust, and a verified deal track record
• One ecosystem for sourcing, credibility, and upside