Private Equity Associate or Senior Associate
Position: Associate / Senior Associate - Private Equity
Location: Minneapolis, MN
Firm AUM: ~1 Billion | Strategy: Lower Middle Market, Generalist
About the Firm
A Minneapolis-based private equity firm investing in lower middle market companies across diverse sectors, including business services, industrials, healthcare, and consumer. With approximately $1 billion in assets under management, we focus on control investments and partner with management teams to accelerate growth and operational improvements.
Role Overview
The Associate / Senior Associate will be a key member of the investment team, involved in all phases of the deal lifecycle-from sourcing and evaluation to execution and portfolio management. This role offers significant responsibility and exposure to senior leadership.
Responsibilities
- Source and evaluate investment opportunities through research and relationship-building.
- Develop detailed financial models and conduct valuation analyses (LBO, DCF, comps).
- Coordinate due diligence across financial, commercial, and legal workstreams.
- Prepare investment committee presentations and support deal execution.
- Work with portfolio companies on strategic initiatives, KPI tracking, and add-on acquisitions.
Qualifications
- Associate: 2-4 years in investment banking, transaction advisory, or private equity.
- Senior Associate: 4-6+ years with prior private equity experience.
- Strong financial modeling and analytical skills; ability to manage multiple projects.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
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