Private Equity Vice President


Los Angeles
Permanent
$200,000 - $275,000 USD a year
Investment Management
PR/606412_1787084872
Private Equity Vice President

Overview

A growing lower middle market private equity firm that is looking to add a Vice President to its investment team. The firm invests in founder-led and family-owned businesses across the Industrials, Manufacturing, and Aerospace & Defense sectors and is seeking an experienced investor to help lead transactions and portfolio initiatives.
Responsibilities
  • Source and evaluate platform and add-on investment opportunities.
  • Conduct financial modeling, valuation, and underwriting analysis.
  • Lead commercial, financial, and operational due diligence efforts.
  • Manage transaction execution from LOI through closing.
  • Prepare investment committee materials and investment recommendations.
  • Monitor portfolio company performance and support value creation initiatives.
  • Assist with add-on acquisitions, integration planning, and strategic growth projects.
  • Mentor junior team members and contribute to firm-building initiatives.

Qualificaitons

  • Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Business, or a related field; MBA and/or CFA preferred.
  • 7-10 years of experience in private equity, investment banking, management consulting, or a related investment role.
  • Strong transaction experience, including financial modeling, LBO analysis, due diligence, and deal execution.
  • Experience evaluating and monitoring lower middle market investments and portfolio companies.
  • Background in Aerospace, Defense, Government Services (ADGS), industrials, or related sectors preferred.
  • Excellent analytical, communication, and investment memorandum writing skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple workstreams in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment.
  • Self-motivated, detail-oriented team player with strong leadership potential and a collaborative mindset.

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