Sponsor Network Analyst

TEEMA Solutions Group; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 185,000; Full time

Job summary

A career advancement platform is looking for a Sponsor Network Analyst to support sponsor relationship development and transaction origination. The successful candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree, strong analytical skills, and proficiency in Excel. The role involves tracking sponsor activities, performing financial analysis, and providing insights on private equity sponsors. Work will be in a hybrid setting that allows flexible engagement with the investment community, offering a dynamic work environment and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Strong analytical and organizational skills with attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Excel and familiarity with CRM tools.
• Demonstrated interest in private equity sponsors and deal flow.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain profiles of private equity sponsors.
• Track sponsor activity across buyouts and fundraising cycles.
• Perform high-level financial analysis on sponsor-backed companies.

Skills

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Relationship-building

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Accounting, Engineering, Mathematics or related field

Tools

Excel

CRM tools

Job description

Career Launch AI Talent Network
Location: New York, NY (Hybrid)
Type: Full-Time
Compensation: $140,000 – $185,000 total compensation (varies by employer)

About This Role

This Sponsor Network Analyst description represents the type of early-career sponsor coverage, relationship intelligence, and investment support roles featured on the Career Launch AI Private Job Board.
It is not a direct job opening with a specific employer.

Members of our platform gain access to exclusive buy-side and sponsor-facing roles that may not appear on public job boards. Career Launch AI provides tools and support to help candidates reach hiring managers, prepare for interviews, and pursue high-caliber finance opportunities.

More information is available at careerlaunch.ai.

About the Opportunity

Lower middle-market private equity firms, fund-of-funds, secondaries investors, and capital providers within our network may seek analytically strong Sponsor Network Analysts to support GP relationship development, sponsor intelligence, and transaction origination efforts.

Individuals in roles like this help firms understand sponsor strategies, track deal activity, and strengthen coverage of private equity sponsors. The environment is typically lean and collaborative, offering exposure to how sponsor relationships translate into deal flow and capital deployment.

Day-to-Day Responsibilities

Build and maintain detailed profiles of private equity sponsors, including fund strategy, deal history, and investment focus

Track sponsor activity across buyouts, add-ons, exits, and fundraising cycles

Maintain internal databases and CRM tools supporting sponsor coverage efforts

Deal Flow & Opportunity Tracking

Monitor sponsor-led transaction activity and pipeline developments

Identify potential investment opportunities sourced through sponsor relationships

Support screening of sponsor-backed deals for strategic and financial fit

Analytical & Financial Support

Perform high-level financial analysis on sponsor-backed companies and transactions

Analyze historical performance, capital structures, and transaction terms

Support valuation analysis using comparable companies and precedent transactions

Research & Market Insights

Conduct research on sponsor strategies, sector focus areas, and portfolio construction

Analyze trends in sponsor behavior, capital deployment, and exit activity

Provide insights to senior team members on sponsor priorities and relationship opportunities

Internal Reporting & Investment Committee Support

Prepare sponsor intelligence summaries, dashboards, and presentation materials

Support preparation of investment memos related to sponsor-backed opportunities

Communicate data-driven perspectives on sponsor quality, alignment, and execution history

What Makes This Work Engaging

Exposure to a broad network of private equity sponsors and dealmakers

Direct involvement in sponsor-driven deal origination and evaluation

Insight into how relationships translate into investment opportunities

Accelerated learning across fund strategies, transaction structures, and market dynamics

Ideal Candidate Profile

This profile reflects the competencies commonly sought for sponsor-focused roles across private equity and related investment platforms.

Education & Technical Skills

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Accounting, Engineering, Mathematics, or related field

Strong analytical and organizational skills with attention to detail

Proficiency in Excel; familiarity with CRM tools is a plus

Solid understanding of corporate finance, private equity structures, and valuation fundamentals

Experience (Formal or Informal)

Prior experience or internships in private equity, investment banking, capital markets, fund-of-funds, secondaries, or corporate development is beneficial

Demonstrated interest in private equity sponsors, deal flow, or relationship-driven investing

Soft Skills & Mindset

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Ability to synthesize qualitative and quantitative information

Proactive, relationship-oriented mindset

Comfortable working in fast-paced, sponsor-facing environments

Coachability, curiosity, and eagerness to learn

How Career Launch AI Helps Candidates Access Roles Like This

Career Launch AI is a career acceleration platform supporting candidates pursuing competitive sponsor-facing and buy-side roles.

AI-Powered Job Search Automation

Automated applications to a large volume of relevant roles with tailored resumes

Targeted search across private equity, fund-of-funds, secondaries, investment banking, and corporate development

Human-led outreach to recruiters, partners, and sponsor coverage professionals

Support initiating warm conversations beyond traditional job portals

Execution & Tracking Support

Streamlined systems to manage applications and outreach

End-to-end administrative support throughout the search process

Interview & Case Preparation

Preparation for sponsor analysis, deal screening, and market discussions

Support with behavioral and technical interview readiness

Ongoing guidance provided throughout the hiring and placement process

Learn More or Apply

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