Vice President of Investment

A lower middle-market private equity firm is seeking a Vice President of Investments to join its growing team focused exclusively on the Education and Wellness sectors.

The firm partners with founder-led and entrepreneurial businesses across fitness, nutrition, pet health, education services, and education technology. Its approach is highly hands‑on and operator‑driven, working closely with management teams and industry executives to drive meaningful growth and long‑term value creation.

• Lead financial modeling, valuation, and investment committee materials
• Evaluate and execute equity, structured equity, and growth capital investments
• Drive due diligence across financial, commercial, and operational areas
• Support sourcing efforts and build relationships across the ecosystem
• Work directly with founders, CEOs, and operating partners
• Partner with portfolio companies on growth strategy and execution initiatives
• Monitor portfolio performance and support exit planning

• 5-8+ years of experience in private equity, growth equity, investment banking, or related investing roles
• Strong financial modeling and analytical skillset
• Experience with lower middle‑market or founder‑led businesses preferred
• Comfortable operating in a lean, entrepreneurial environment
• Strong communication skills and ability to engage with senior stakeholders
• Interest in Education and/or Wellness sectors strongly preferred

This role offers high ownership, direct exposure to investment decision-making, and meaningful involvement in portfolio company value creation within a focused and growing investment platform.