Business Development Associate
Business Development Associate - Private Equity (Los Angeles)
We are partnered with a leading Los Angeles-based private equity firm seeking a Business Development Associate to support deal origination, relationship management, and business development efforts across both platform and add-on acquisition opportunities. This role is highly relationship-driven, with significant exposure to directors and managing directors at investment banks, lenders, and venture capital firms. It's an excellent opportunity to expand your network and make a strategic pivot into private equity.
Key Responsibilities:
- Focus on intermediary coverage and sourcing efforts
- Manage relationships and engage directly with founders and executives (both in person and via phone)
- Collaborate closely with and report directly to the Head of Business Development
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, or a related field
- 2-3 years of experience in investment banking; experience in a Financial Sponsors Group is a plus
- Strong interpersonal skills and commercial instincts
- Proven track record in deal origination and relationship management
- Solid understanding of private market transactions, valuation, and investment structures
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills
If you're interested in joining a dynamic team and gaining high-level exposure in private equity, we encourage you to apply!
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