Private Equity Senior Associate

Job Description

Job Description

We're currently partnered with a multi-billion AUM Tech / Software-focused Buyout Private Equity firm based in LA that is looking to add on a Senior Associate to its investment team. The firm recently closed a nearly $1.5 Billion fund, providing significant dry powder for new deals. This is a career-track opportunity with a highly competitive compensation package that includes carry. Start date for this role is Q1 of 2026 but the firm is beginning to conduct interviews now.

If this sounds like something of interest and you meet the requirements below, please apply!

Responsibilities

• Deal Sourcing Support : Assist in evaluating inbound opportunities and selectively participate in proactive sourcing within the tech / software space.
• Transaction Execution : Lead financial modeling, valuation analysis, and due diligence for new investments.
• Investment Analysis : Build and stress-test LBO models, perform sensitivity analyses, and assess returns under various scenarios.
• Due Diligence Coordination : Manage third-party advisors (legal, accounting, commercial) and ensure timely completion of diligence workstreams.
• Investment Committee Materials : Draft and present investment memos, supporting recommendations with data-driven insights.
• Closing Process : Oversee documentation and execution steps to ensure smooth transaction close.
• Portfolio Monitoring : Track post-investment performance metrics and assist in strategic initiatives as needed.

Requirements

Company Description

Operating as part of Phaidon International, Selby Jennings is a multi-award winning global recruitment organization focused on servicing the financial industry.

By breaking down financial markets into individual niches and micro-specialisms, Selby Jennings powers a knowledge-led model, delivering global solutions into local markets. Every consultant is an expert in their field. Structuring our teams to mirror the demands of our clients and candidates, we identify, qualify and present the highest caliber candidates, as well as identifying the best market opportunities for leading finance professionals.

We work in partnership with clients to tailor-make a suitable search model based on the type of assignment and client service level requirements, adopting a bespoke combination of solutions to ensure optimum reach into the active and passive market places.

From our offices around the world, we recruit beyond international boundaries, pro-actively sourcing the best talent in the industry. Across contingent, retained, and project solutions, our service is unrivaled; speaking to our level of service provision, search accuracy, and flexibility.

Company Description

Operating as part of Phaidon International, Selby Jennings is a multi-award winning global recruitment organization focused on servicing the financial industry.\r\n\r\nBy breaking down financial markets into individual niches and micro-specialisms, Selby Jennings powers a knowledge-led model, delivering global solutions into local markets. Every consultant is an expert in their field. Structuring our teams to mirror the demands of our clients and candidates, we identify, qualify and present the highest caliber candidates, as well as identifying the best market opportunities for leading finance professionals.\r\n\r\nWe work in partnership with clients to tailor-make a suitable search model based on the type of assignment and client service level requirements, adopting a bespoke combination of solutions to ensure optimum reach into the active and passive market places.\r\n\r\nFrom our offices around the world, we recruit beyond international boundaries, pro-actively sourcing the best talent in the industry. Across contingent, retained, and project solutions, our service is unrivaled; speaking to our level of service provision, search accuracy, and flexibility.