Market Development Analyst

LLR Partners; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A Philadelphia-based private equity firm is seeking a talented Market Development Analyst to join its team. The role involves identifying and engaging with growing technology companies, fostering relationships with CEOs, and supporting investment opportunities. Candidates should have at least 1 year of experience in sales or business development, along with strong communication and analysis skills. The firm emphasizes equity growth in technology and healthcare sectors.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience in sales, business development, private equity or investment banking.
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills.
• Strong interest in the private equity industry.

Responsibilities

• Identify target companies through online sources and maintain data in CRM.
• Engage CEOs via email, calls, LinkedIn and other media to secure discovery calls.
• Develop and nurture relationships with potential investment opportunities.

Skills

Sales skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Curiosity

Creativity

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business administration, marketing or communication

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Word

LinkedIn

Job description

Market Development Analyst

LLR Partners, a Philadelphia-based lower middle market private equity firm, is seeking talented and motivated business development professionals to join LLR’s Market Development Team. The Market Development Team is responsible for finding and engaging in dialogue with CEOs of growing technology companies across the country. The relationships we develop position LLR as the preferred investor of choice for exciting companies looking to raise capital.

Responsibilities

• Identify target companies through online sources, procure and profile prospects, and maintain accurate data in CRM.
• Engage CEOs via email, calls, LinkedIn and other media to secure initial discovery calls; coordinate with investment professionals to understand why a CEO would choose LLR.
• Develop and nurture relationships, continuously positioning LLR as the preferred investor and guiding opportunities toward inclusion in potential investments.
• Interact with industry peers, contribute to content creation for digital marketing, and work with vendors and technology tools such as LinkedIn.
• Develop a working knowledge of a business/sales development process.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience in sales, business development, private equity or investment banking.
• Strong discernment between “No” and “Not right now,” and ability to navigate sales objections.
• Described by peers as curious, creative, energetic, mature, coachable, focused, patient and confident.
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills.
• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, marketing or communication preferred.
• Proficient in Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Internet searches, and LinkedIn.
• Strong interest in the private equity industry.
• Experience in financial services is a plus.

About LLR Partners

LLR Partners is a lower middle market private equity firm investing in technology and healthcare businesses. We collaborate with our portfolio companies to define high-impact growth initiatives, turn them into action, and create long-term value. Founded in 1999 and having raised more than $7.5 billion across seven funds, LLR is a flexible provider of equity capital for growth, recapitalizations and buyouts.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

LLR Partners is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

Contact

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