Private Equity Associate
Job Title: Associate
Location: Atlanta, GA
Start Date: Summer or Early Fall 2025
Employment Type: Full-Time
About the Firm:
A dynamic lower middle market private equity firm based in Atlanta, the company specializes in investments across industrial manufacturing and business services. With a hands-on approach to value creation and a strong track record of partnering with founder-led businesses, the firm is committed to driving operational excellence and long-term growth.
Position Overview:
The Associate will play a critical role in supporting the firm's investment activities, including deal sourcing, due diligence, financial modeling, and portfolio management. This position offers a unique opportunity to work closely with senior team members and portfolio company leadership, gaining exposure to all aspects of the investment lifecycle.
Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct industry and company research to support investment theses
- Build and maintain detailed financial models and valuation analyses
- Assist in the preparation of investment memoranda and presentations
- Participate in due diligence processes, including market analysis, customer interviews, and operational assessments
- Support portfolio company initiatives, including strategic planning, performance tracking, and add-on acquisitions
- Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders, including management teams, advisors, and lenders
Qualifications:
- 1-3 years of experience in investment banking, private equity, consulting, or corporate finance
- Strong analytical and financial modeling skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication abilities
- Self-starter with a high level of initiative and attention to detail
- Demonstrated interest in industrials and business services sectors
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Business, or a related field
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