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Senior Associate

Selby Jennings
Columbia, DC Full Time
POSTED ON 5/28/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/26/2026
The Role

The Senior Associate will play a key role across the full deal lifecycle, with meaningful responsibility in transaction execution, portfolio management, and investment sourcing. This is a highly visible position with direct exposure to senior leadership and investment committee decision-making.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead financial modeling, valuation, and investment analysis (LBO, DCF, comps)
  • Drive due diligence processes and coordinate with external advisors (legal, accounting, consultants)
  • Prepare investment committee materials and present key findings
  • Evaluate new investment opportunities and develop investment theses
  • Monitor portfolio company performance and track key KPIs
  • Partner with management teams on strategic initiatives and value creation efforts
  • Support deal sourcing efforts, including market mapping and relationship development
  • Mentor junior team members and manage deal execution

Qualifications

  • 3-6 years of experience in Investment Banking (M&A / LevFin) and/or Private Equity
  • Strong financial modeling and analytical skillset
  • Experience across the full transaction lifecycle (diligence through close)
  • Proven ability to manage multiple workstreams in a fast-paced environment
  • Bachelor's degree required; strong academic track record preferred

Salary : $150,000 - $175,000

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