Private Equity Associate

Selby Jennings; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Selby Jennings in Atlanta is seeking a Private Equity Associate to join a well-capitalized firm focused on lower middle market investments. You will work closely with senior management across the investments process in a long-term, partnership-oriented environment.

You will conduct market and industry research, build financial models, and perform valuation and return analysis on targets. You will also assist portfolio operations.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of Investment Banking experience specializing in M&A at a middle or lower-middle market bank.
• Bachelor's Degree required.
• Strong financial analysis, modeling, budgeting and forecasting skills (modeling test to be taken).
• Excellent interpersonal skills and exceptional work ethic.
• Interest or experience in sectors such as business services, technology, industrials, manufacturing, consumer or retail.

Responsibilities

• Execute broad market and industry research.
• Build financial models, conduct valuation and return analyses.
• Support operating and portfolio company initiatives.

Skills

Financial modeling

Investment analysis

M&A experience

Budgeting & forecasting

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

An established and well-capitalized Private Equity firm is seeking a Private Equity Associate to join their team in Atlanta. This team takes a long-term, partnership-oriented approach to investing in lower middle market businesses. As a Private Equity Associate, you will have the opportunity to work closely with senior level management and gain exposure across the whole investments process. Needless to say, this is an excellent opportunity for an investment professional's next step.

The Private Equity Associate will be responsible for:

• Execution of broader market and industry research
• Financial modeling, valuation analysis, and return analysis for various investment targets
• Assisting the team with operating/portfolio company work

The Private Equity Associate should have the following qualifications:

• 1-3 years of Investment Banking experience performing M&A with a reputable middle market or lower middle market bank; related transaction advisory consulting experience will also be considered
• Bachelor's Degree
• Superior financial analysis, modeling, budgeting, and forecasting skills (there will be a modeling test)
• Excellent interpersonal skills and exceptional work ethic
• Prior experience or interest in sectors such as business services, technology, industrials, manufacturing, consumer, or retail