Tech-Driven PE Associate: Sourcing & Growth

Meraki Talent

San Francisco (CA)

On-site

USD 150,000 - 230,000

Full time

10 days ago

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Job summary

Meraki Talent is partnering with a leading LMM private equity firm in the SF Bay Area to recruit into its 2026 Associate class. The role targets individuals who are curious, analytical, and driven to build a long-term investing career in private equity.

You will contribute to sourcing, execution, and portfolio management, advancing growth and value creation for portfolio companies. The position emphasizes rigorous due diligence, modeling, and collaborative teamwork across senior staff, with

Qualifications

2+ years of relevant experience at top firms within investment banking or private/growth equity.
Strong financial modeling, analytical and critical thinking skills.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the confidence to engage founders and executives.
Collaborative mindset with humility, integrity and a strong work ethic.
Undergraduate degree and/or MBA from a leading academic institution.

Responsibilities

Source and evaluate new investment opportunities by developing market theses and mapping software/sub-sectors.
Conduct due diligence across financial, market and operational dimensions with detailed modeling and valuation analysis.
Drive workstreams through the transaction process, coordinating advisors and preparing materials for Investment Committee.
Structure transactions, negotiate deal terms, and support closing and post-close integration.
Partner with portfolio management to monitor performance and advance organic growth and M&A initiatives.