Private Equity Associate: Build Platforms & Grow

Leon Capital Group; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Leon Capital Group, a founder-led diversified holding company, seeks a Private Equity Associate for its Direct Investments Team in Dallas. The role spans investment execution, financial analysis, and hands-on company-building across multiple portfolio companies, with ownership opportunities for high performers.

You will collaborate with leadership to launch and scale operating platforms, drive strategic initiatives, and support M&A integration while working five days per week at the headquarters.

Qualifications

• 2–5 years of experience in investment banking, consulting, private equity, or a high-growth startup or operating environment.
• Advanced analytical and technical skills with a strong sense for business strategy and operational drivers.
• Demonstrated experience driving execution in deal processes, strategic initiatives, or operating projects.
• Experience leveraging AI tools and technology platforms to enhance productivity and decision-making.

Responsibilities

• Manage and execute new investment opportunities, including platform and add-on opportunities to existing portfolio companies.
• Lead financial analysis and due diligence on investment opportunities.
• Assist in transaction structuring, negotiation, and documentation of definitive agreements.
• Support management of existing investments, including corporate reporting, dashboards, and investor materials.
• Contribute to ongoing strategy development and pipeline tracking.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Technical skills

Communication skills

Ownership mindset

Team orientation

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

AI tools

Job description

Leon Capital Group, a founder-led diversified holding company, seeks a Private Equity Associate for its Direct Investments Team in Dallas. The role spans investment execution, financial analysis, and hands-on company-building across multiple portfolio companies, with ownership opportunities for high performers.

You will collaborate with leadership to launch and scale operating platforms, drive strategic initiatives, and support M&A integration while working five days per week at the headquarters.