Private Equity Associate: Live Deals & Growth

Selby Jennings; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Selby Jennings seeks a Minneapolis-based Private Equity Associate to join its investment team. Work on live transactions, perform financial analysis, due diligence, add-on acquisitions, and portfolio company initiatives while collaborating with senior professionals on a lean team.

The role offers significant responsibility and exposure across the investment lifecycle, from sourcing and execution through portfolio management and value creation.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of private equity experience.
• Strong analytical, financial modeling, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple workstreams in a fast-paced environment.
• Interest in investing across lower middle-market industries.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research, market analysis, and financial modeling to evaluate investments.
• Assist with due diligence, coordinate with advisors, and prepare materials for committees.
• Build valuation, operating, and return models for new and existing investments.
• Partner with management on growth initiatives and add-on opportunities.

Skills

Analytical

Financial modeling

Communication

Job description

Selby Jennings seeks a Minneapolis-based Private Equity Associate to join its investment team. Work on live transactions, perform financial analysis, due diligence, add-on acquisitions, and portfolio company initiatives while collaborating with senior professionals on a lean team.

The role offers significant responsibility and exposure across the investment lifecycle, from sourcing and execution through portfolio management and value creation.