Full Time Growth Equity Analyst

Long Ridge Equity Partners; New York (NY); On-site; USD 103,500 - 126,500; Full time

Job summary

Long Ridge Equity Partners is seeking an Analyst to join their investment team in New York. This entry-level position offers a chance to work closely with senior management on high-impact projects, aiding in sourcing and evaluating investment opportunities.

The ideal candidate will have a strong academic record from a top-tier university and possess excellent analytical and communication skills. The role focuses on driving investment processes, engaging with portfolio companies, and includes competitive compensation starting at $115,000.

Qualifications

• Strong academic track record, preferably with a degree from a top-tier university.
• Strong analytical skills with attention to detail.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Play an active role in sourcing investment opportunities through research and outreach.
• Drive the investment evaluation process with market research and financial modeling.
• Support portfolio companies in growth strategies and performance monitoring.

Skills

Analytical skills

Strong communication skills

Attention to detail

Entrepreneurial orientation

Education

Degree from a top-tier university

Job description

The Opportunity

The Analyst role provides an opportunity to join a rapidly growing platform in a high-impact, high-responsibility position where you are trusted early, working directly with Vice Presidents, Principals, and Partners on high-stakes projects.

Analysts are integral members of our investment team and play a key role across the full investment lifecycle — from sourcing and evaluating new opportunities to executing transactions and supporting portfolio companies post-investment.

Key Responsibilities

Sourcing investment opportunities

• Play an active role in the firm’s sourcing efforts through thematic research, proactive outreach, and relationship building with founders, executives, and industry stakeholders (e.g., bankers, other investors).
• Maintain a steady pipeline of qualified opportunities and apply a thoughtful, creative approach to origination.

Investment evaluation

• Analysts drive the investment evaluation process and work directly with our Vice Presidents, Principals, and Partners, including on market research, competitive analysis, customer and expert interviews, business analysis, and financial/transaction modeling.
• Produce high-quality analyses and materials, highlighting key insights and implications for the deal team.
• Prepare and present investment materials and recommendations to the firm’s Investment Committee.

Portfolio company engagement

• Support value creation efforts, including growth strategy, product expansion, execution, team augmentation, and capital planning.
• Monitor portfolio company performance and assist with ongoing financial and strategic analysis.

What You’re Like

We’re looking for current college seniors (Class of 2027) for this entry-level analyst position. The ideal candidate will bring:

• A strong academic track record, ideally with a degree from a top-tier university.
• Strong analytical skills and rigorous attention to detail, with the ability to produce high-quality, insight-driven analysis.
• Exceptional communication skills — both written and verbal — with the ability to interact confidently with senior management teams and internal leadership.
• A self-starter mindset and entrepreneurial orientation; comfortable working in a lean, high-impact, fast-paced environment.
• A voracious appetite to learn, insatiable curiosity, and a genuine interest in business and how companies work.

Additional Details

Pursuant to applicable pay transparency laws, the base compensation for this role starts at $115,000 plus a competitive bonus.

Compensation Range: $115,000 — $115,000 USD