Private Equity Deal Sourcing Associate

East 57th Street Partners; Fort Worth, Arlington, Dallas (TX, TX, TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Direct exposure to live transactions

Clear path for career advancement

Collaborative culture with mentorship

Job summary

A Dallas-based private equity firm is seeking a Business Development Associate who will support deal sourcing and acquisition analysis. The candidate will manage relationships with business owners and intermediaries, conduct opportunity screening, and assist in negotiations. This role offers direct exposure to senior investment professionals and a clear path for career advancement within the firm. The ideal candidate is driven, detail-oriented, and possesses strong financial acumen.

Qualifications

• 1–4 years of experience in private equity or investment banking.
• Ability to interpret financial statements and assess business performance.
• Detail-oriented and capable of managing multiple opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Source new investment opportunities through outreach and market research.
• Analyze financial statements and prepare investment summaries.
• Support negotiations and coordinate with internal teams.

Skills

Strong financial acumen

Excellent communication skills

Organizational skills

Entrepreneurial mindset

Education

Bachelor’s degree in finance, economics, accounting, or business

Tools

CRM systems

Job description

A Dallas-based private equity firm is seeking a Business Development Associate who will support deal sourcing and acquisition analysis. The candidate will manage relationships with business owners and intermediaries, conduct opportunity screening, and assist in negotiations. This role offers direct exposure to senior investment professionals and a clear path for career advancement within the firm. The ideal candidate is driven, detail-oriented, and possesses strong financial acumen.