Private Equity Associate

Soul Equity Solutions; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Soul Equity Solutions, based in Boston, is looking for a Private Equity Associate to work on small to mid-size investments in the digital infrastructure and technology services sectors.

The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical and financial modeling skills, and have 2-4 years of relevant experience in private equity or investment banking. This role offers a unique opportunity to manage deal execution and support portfolio management.

Qualifications

• 2-4 years of experience in investment banking, private equity, or related fields.
• Comfort with LBO, DCF, and returns analysis.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Conduct financial analysis and manage due diligence.
• Hands-on management of deal lifecycle and execution.
• Monitor portfolio company performance.
• Facilitate third-party due diligence activities.

Skills

Analytical skills

Financial modeling

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Private Equity Associate

About the Role

The Associate will join a Boston-based private equity firm focused on small and mid‑size businesses in the digital infrastructure and technology services sectors. The firm has invested over $2.4 billion in 240+ companies in its 35+ year history, and is actively deploying capital out of an oversubscribed Fund IX ($314.2M). Their strategy is straightforward: invest in promising founder‑owned companies within dynamic industries. They approach opportunities with a "build it" mindset, applying creative structuring and empowering strong leaders to accelerate growth and build long‑term value.

Key Responsibilities

• Financial analysis – screen and analyze potential platform and add‑on investment opportunities, build financial models, and manage due diligence.
• Deal execution – hands‑on management of the full deal lifecycle from screening through market research, due diligence, Investment Committee memo creation, execution, close, and post‑close value creation.
• Portfolio management – monitor portfolio company performance and support strategic value‑creation initiatives.
• Third‑party diligence – facilitate due‑diligence activities with third‑party partners (e.g., senior lenders, accountants, attorneys, IT consultants, strategy consultants).

Candidate Qualifications

• Superior analytical and financial modeling skills, including comfort with LBO, DCF, and returns analysis.
• 2–4 years of experience in investment banking, private equity, growth equity, or a related field.
• Bachelor’s degree and a track record of strong academic performance.
• The ability to work independently and as part of a team in a lean, fast‑paced environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Intellectual curiosity and rigorous attention to detail.
• Exposure to digital infrastructure and/or tech‑enabled services is preferred.

This firm is an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.