Private Equity Strategy & Value Creation Associate

Selby Jennings; New York (NY); On-site; USD 110,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Selby Jennings is seeking an Associate / Senior Associate for its Cross-Functional Advisory Team. The role partners with management teams, boards, investors, and key stakeholders to deliver strategic, financial, and operational solutions across the full business and investment lifecycle.

The position offers exposure to a broad range of engagements including M&A, operational transformations, turnarounds, and value creation initiatives.

Qualifications

• 2+ years in investment banking, management consulting, PE, or related analytics.
• Strong financial modeling and valuation experience (three-statement models, DCFs, LBOs).
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Proven executive presence and interaction with senior stakeholders.
• Collaborative mindset for fast-paced environments.

Responsibilities

• Conduct complex financial analyses and build sophisticated financial models.
• Support and lead workstreams across M&A, restructuring, transformation, and performance improvements.
• Develop strategic recommendations and actionable client solutions.
• Partner with executives to identify and drive value creation.
• Prepare client presentations and board-level communications.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to execute strategic priorities.

Skills

Financial modeling

Valuation

Executive communication

Stakeholder management

M&A experience

Job description

Title: Associate / Senior Associate, Cross-Functional Advisory Team

Location: Chicago, Dallas, Los Angeles, or New York

I'm representing a rapidly growing, private equity-backed business advisory firm that has been consistently recognized by leading industry publications for its excellence, growth, and impact across the market.

The firm is seeking an Associate / Senior Associate to join its Cross-Functional Advisory Team, a highly visible group that partners with management teams, boards, investors, and key stakeholders to deliver strategic, financial, and operational solutions across the full business and investment lifecycle.

This role offers the opportunity to work on a diverse range of engagements, including M&A, operational transformations, turnarounds, performance improvement initiatives, strategic planning, and value creation projects. Professionals on this team play an active role in driving outcomes and influencing decision-making rather than serving solely in an execution capacity.

Why This Opportunity Stands Out

• Exposure to a broad range of high-impact engagements across strategy, finance, operations, and transactions
• Opportunity to work directly with senior executives, investors, and key decision-makers
• Significant responsibility and visibility from day one
• Collaborative, entrepreneurial culture with strong mentorship and career development
• Fast-growing platform with substantial opportunities for advancement

Responsibilities

• Conduct complex financial analyses and build sophisticated financial models
• Support and lead workstreams across M&A, restructuring, transformation, and performance improvement engagements
• Develop strategic recommendations and actionable solutions for clients and portfolio companies
• Partner with executive leadership teams to identify and drive value creation initiatives
• Prepare client presentations, investment materials, and board-level communications
• Work cross-functionally with stakeholders to execute strategic and operational priorities

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in investment banking, management consulting, private equity, transaction advisory, or a related analytical role
• Strong financial modeling and valuation experience, including three-statement models, DCFs, LBOs, and transaction analyses
• Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
• Demonstrated executive presence and ability to interact with senior stakeholders
• Collaborative mindset and willingness to operate in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to be based in Chicago, Dallas, Los Angeles, or New York, with an in-office presence four days per week