Operations Manager, Private Equity

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Operations Manager, Private Equity

Reef

Lehi, UT

$125,000 - $150,000 per year

Reef is a Utah-based, vertically integrated investment and development firm founded in 2005, with three primary lines of business:
Investments, Real Estate, and Lifestyle. Reef’s team is involved in prominent development transactions across Utah and other target geographies across the United States. With more than 500 completed transactions, Reef has grown from ~25 employees to over 400, managing assets on behalf of more than 750 institutional and individual partners worldwide. Key developments include Black Desert Resort, Marcella, Tributer Resort, Cornerstone Club, Sweetens Cove, and the historic Coco Palms Resort.

The mission at Reef is to recruit, develop, and retain entrepreneurial individuals who desire to build long‑lasting and meaningful ventures. Reef values a strong culture dedicated to health and well‑being of employees.

We are seeking a highly motivated Operations Manager with at least 3–5 years of investment banking or private equity experience to join our lean and dynamic private equity team. The role will involve all aspects of the investment lifecycle—from sourcing and due diligence to execution, portfolio management, and exit strategy—including direct exposure to senior leadership and operating partners across a range of sectors.

• Support the full investment process including sourcing, underwriting, modeling, due diligence, and execution of new investments and joint ventures.
• Prepare detailed investment memos and presentations for internal and external stakeholders.
• Conduct financial modeling and valuation analysis (DCF, LBO, public/transaction comps).
• Evaluate strategic add‑on and M&A opportunities within existing portfolio companies.
• Monitor portfolio company performance and support management teams with financial analysis and strategic initiatives.
• Assist in identifying, evaluating, and managing external operating partners and joint‑venture relationships.
• Support the development of business plans, operational KPIs, and go‑to‑market strategies for new ventures.
• Collaborate with internal Reef teams (Real Estate, Lifestyle, Finance) to align operational businesses with project timelines and needs.
• Stay current on industry trends, competitive dynamics, and sector‑specific opportunities.

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Business, or related field; MBA or relevant graduate degree a plus.
• 3–5 years of experience in investment banking, private equity, or principal investing; real estate private equity preferred.
• Strong financial modeling, valuation, and analytical skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience drafting investment memos and presenting to investment committees.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects, deadlines, and work streams.
• Strong understanding of corporate finance, M&A, and private equity investment structures.
• Experience in real‑estate‑related industries, operating businesses, or lower middle‑market deals is a plus.
• Entrepreneurial mindset and willingness to work in a lean, fast‑paced environment.

• 401(k) plan with company match
• Generous health plan with HSA match
• Flexible paid time off
• Daily company lunches
• Cell‑phone service allowance
• Discounts at company‑owned resorts and golf courses

Reef is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds.