Private Capital Analyst

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

Job summary

A recruitment firm is seeking a Private Capital Analyst based in New York, NY. This role involves analyzing private investment opportunities, conducting due diligence, and supporting deal execution. Candidates should possess a Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, or related fields, along with strong analytical and financial modeling skills. Proficiency in Excel and a collaborative mindset are essential for success. This full-time position offers a dynamic work environment focused on private capital and alternative investments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Strong interest in private capital and alternative investments.
• Ability to manage multiple workstreams in a deadline-driven environment.

Responsibilities

• Analyze private investment opportunities.
• Build and review financial models.
• Conduct due diligence on prospective investments.
• Support deal execution and coordination with advisors.
• Prepare investment materials for committees.

Skills

Strong analytical skills

Financial modeling

Proficiency in Excel

Understanding of financial statements

Strong written communication

Team-oriented mindset

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Business, Accounting, or related field

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

SQL

VBA

Job description

Location: New York, NY
Employment Type: Full-Time
Estimated Compensation:
$140,000 – $185,000 total annual compensation (varies by employer)

About This Posting

This job description represents a sample Private Capital Analyst position commonly found through the Career Launch AI Talent Network. It is intended to help job seekers understand the responsibilities and qualifications typically associated with early-career roles focused on private capital and alternative investment strategies.

Actual openings may vary based on employer type (e.g., private equity firms, private credit managers, alternative asset managers, family offices, institutional investors) and private capital focus.

For more information on the Career Launch AI Talent Network, visit:
https://www.careerlaunch.ai/

Position Overview

Private Capital Analysts support investment teams by evaluating private investment opportunities, conducting due diligence, and assisting with portfolio construction and investment monitoring across private market strategies. The role blends financial analysis, research, and transaction support in a long-term, fundamentals-driven investment environment.

These roles often involve close collaboration with investment professionals, portfolio managers, operating partners, and external advisors.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze private investment opportunities across private equity, private credit, and related strategies
• Build and review financial models, including cash flow, valuation, and scenario analyses
• Conduct business, financial, and industry due diligence on prospective investments
• Support deal execution, including coordination with legal, tax, and third-party advisors
• Prepare investment memoranda and materials for investment committees
• Monitor portfolio investments, performance metrics, and valuation updates
• Assist with re‑underwriting, exit analysis, and capital deployment planning
• Track market trends, sector developments, and comparable transactions
• Support ongoing portfolio reporting and internal analytics

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Business, Accounting, or a related field
• Strong interest in private capital, alternative investments, and long‑term investing
• Understanding of financial statements, valuation techniques, and private investment structures
• Strong analytical and financial modeling skills with attention to detail
• Proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint; familiarity with data tools, SQL, or VBA is a plus
• Ability to manage multiple workstreams in a deadline‑driven environment
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• High level of ownership, intellectual curiosity, and professionalism
• Collaborative and team‑oriented mindset

About the Career Launch AI Talent Network

The Career Launch AI Talent Network helps job seekers pursue opportunities similar to this role through:

• Skills‑based role matching
• Resume and profile optimization
• Guidance on outreach to private capital and investment teams
• Interview preparation for private equity, private credit, and alternative investment roles

To learn more or express interest in private capital roles, visit:
https://www.careerlaunch.ai/