Private Equity Associate - NYC

Blacklock Group; New York (NY); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Blacklock Group, a leading middle-market private equity firm in New York, seeks an Associate to join the investment team. This generalist role offers exposure across a broad range of sectors and transaction types, with opportunities to work closely with senior professionals throughout the deal lifecycle, from sourcing to exit.

The successful candidate will conduct financial analysis, develop LBO models, and contribute to portfolio management and value creation while engaging with management

Qualifications

• 2–4 years of experience in investment banking, private equity, or related field.
• Strong financial modelling and valuation capabilities.
• Experience on M&A, leveraged finance, or private equity transactions.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Demonstrated interest in private equity investing.
• Bachelor's degree with a strong academic record.

Responsibilities

• Conduct financial analysis, valuation work, and due diligence on prospective investments
• Build and maintain detailed financial and LBO models
• Prepare investment committee materials and transaction documentation
• Support deal execution with management teams, advisors, and financiers
• Monitor portfolio company performance and contribute to value creation
• Engage in industry research and market mapping

Skills

Financial modeling

Valuation

LBO modeling

M&A experience

Private equity

Analytical skills

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Our client, a leading middle-market private equity firm based in New York, is looking to add an Associate to its investment team.

This is a generalist investing role offering exposure across a broad range of sectors and transaction types. The successful candidate will work closely with senior investment professionals throughout the entire deal lifecycle, including sourcing, evaluation, execution, portfolio management, and exit processes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct financial analysis, valuation work, and due diligence on prospective investments
• Build and maintain detailed financial and LBO models
• Prepare investment committee materials and transaction documentation
• Support deal execution processes alongside management teams, advisors, and financing partners
• Monitor portfolio company performance and assist with value creation initiatives
• Participate in industry research and market mapping exercises

Candidate Requirements:

• 2–4 years of experience within investment banking, private equity, transaction advisory, or a related field
• Strong financial modelling, valuation, and analytical capabilities
• Experience working on M&A, leveraged finance, or private equity transactions
• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• Demonstrated interest in private equity investing
• Bachelor's degree with a strong academic record

Opportunity Highlights:

• Established middle-market private equity platform
• Broad sector exposure within a generalist investment strategy
• Significant responsibility and direct exposure to senior decision-makers
• Strong track record of investing and value creation