Private Equity Associate

Alexander Chapman; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 125,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Pension plan

Child care support

Paid maternity leave

Paid paternity leave

Student loan assistance

Tuition assistance

Disability insurance

Job summary

A lower middle market private equity firm in Nashville is looking for an Associate to join their team. The role involves close collaboration with senior members on deal execution, conducting diligence, and attending board meetings. Ideal candidates should have 2-3 years of investment banking experience and an interest in business services. This position offers medical insurance, a 401(k), and other benefits, with a competitive salary range of $125,000 to $170,000.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of investment banking experience.
• Exposure to Business Services is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with senior team members on deal execution.
• Conduct diligence and prepare investment memoranda.
• Attend portfolio company board meetings.
• Support marketing, fundraising, and investor communications.

Skills

Investment banking experience

Exposure to Business Services

Job description

My client, a lower middle market private equity firm based in Nashville, is seeking one Associate to join their small, highly engaged team. This is a hands‑on role offering broad exposure across all aspects of investing and portfolio management, including attending portfolio company board meetings, with direct mentorship from senior team members.

Ideal Background

• 2‑3 years of investment banking experience
• Exposure to Business Services is a plus

Day‑to‑Day Responsibilities

• Work closely with senior team members on deal execution from start to finish
• Conduct diligence and prepare investment memoranda
• Attend portfolio company board meetings and gain firsthand operational insight
• Support marketing, fundraising, and investor communications
• Receive mentoring and guidance directly from Partners and Principals
• Take on meaningful responsibility in a collaborative, growth‑focused environment

Seniority level

Associate

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Finance

Industries

Venture Capital and Private Equity Principals

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k)
• Pension plan
• Child care support
• Paid maternity leave
• Paid paternity leave
• Student loan assistance
• Tuition assistance
• Disability insurance

Location & Salary

Nashville, TN • $125,000.00–$170,000.00