What are the responsibilities and job description for the Private Equity Associate position at WhiteCap Search?
A boutique private equity firm focused on technology and technology‑enabled services is seeking a Private Equity Associate with 1-3 years of investment banking experience. The Associate will operate in a lean, high‑performance environment and contribute meaningfully across the full deal lifecycle, from investment evaluation to execution and ongoing portfolio initiatives.
Job Function
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Job Function
- Lead analytical workstreams across active deals, including building and enhancing LBO models, three‑statement models, and scenario analyses.
- Support full lifecycle M&A execution, including industry research, financial diligence, customer analyses, and operational workstreams.
- Manage multiple concurrent workstreams and coordinate with third‑party advisors across market studies, legal diligence, and quality of earnings reviews.
- Prepare investment materials and contribute to the development of data‑driven investment theses.
- Work closely with senior investment professionals on portfolio monitoring, KPI analysis, market mapping, and potential add‑on evaluation.
- Participate in proactive sourcing efforts by researching subsectors, identifying opportunities, and forming an informed point of view on businesses.
- Advanced Excel (LBO modeling, three-statement builds, scenario analyses).
- Proficient with transaction-level datasets and customer cubes.
- Demonstrated ability to think independently and pressure-test assumptions.
- 1-3 years of experience required.
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Salary : $135,000 - $155,000