Private Equity BD Analyst - Enterprise Software

K1; Manhattan Beach (CA); On-site; USD 77,000 - 94,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Unlimited PTO, plus holidays

401(k) plans & profit sharing

Company and teamwide outings

Volunteer opportunities and intramural

Electric vehicle stipend

Job summary

K1, based in Manhattan Beach, CA, seeks a Private Equity Business Development Analyst to identify and cultivate relationships with executives at investment candidates. The role emphasizes understanding diverse business models, strong communication, and leadership in a fast-paced PE environment.

Analysts will build knowledge of enterprise software, drive M&A processes, and contribute to investment theses while aligning with K1 values of Passion, Persistence, Humility, and Excellence.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated leadership ability.
• Initiative, professional ambition and team orientation.
• Creativity and entrepreneurial spirit.
• Excellent analytical and communications capabilities, organizational discipline, attention to detail.
• Strong work ethic and interest in learning about private equity and enterprise software.
• Ability to build trust and support with senior executives as the face of K1.
• GED/HS Diploma—first generation students encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Identifying new flagship investments in B2B software by prospecting and driving relationships with executives across numerous vertical and horizontal technologies.
• Managing and driving strategic M&A opportunities for existing portfolio companies.
• Developing and executing on investment theses within enterprise software.
• Conducting proprietary market research within enterprise software.
• Expanding K1's relationship network with key industry contacts.
• Performing other duties as assigned.

Skills

Leadership

Initiative

Creativity

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Work ethic

Executive rapport

Education

GED/HS Diploma (first-gen encouraged)

Job description

K1, based in Manhattan Beach, CA, seeks a Private Equity Business Development Analyst to identify and cultivate relationships with executives at investment candidates. The role emphasizes understanding diverse business models, strong communication, and leadership in a fast-paced PE environment.

Analysts will build knowledge of enterprise software, drive M&A processes, and contribute to investment theses while aligning with K1 values of Passion, Persistence, Humility, and Excellence.