Deal Team VP - NYC

Private Equity Vice President

The Vice President will join a private investment firm, in their New York City office. This firm combines deep operational expertise with entrepreneurial instincts to build standout businesses across a range of proprietary platforms. Taking an “operator-led” approach, they work side by side with management teams to unlock growth and accelerate value creation. The firm specializes in complex, time-sensitive distressed deals and special situations where innovative capital solutions and reliable execution are essential.

With a focus on partnering with middle-market companies, they aim to drive transformation and establish market leaders. Please apply for more detailed firm information.

The VP will join senior investment professionals in investment sourcing, due diligence, and portfolio management functions of the firm. Specific responsibilities include:

• Lead and quarterback deals end-to-end, managing diligence, stakeholder coordination, and investment committee processes.
• Identify and develop new investment opportunities through networking, conferences, and intermediary relationships.
• Collaborate with industry experts to develop sector-specific investment theses.
• Maintain and leverage a network of investment bankers, advisors, and other intermediaries.

• Lead and coordinate the deal process from diligence to closing, including financial modeling, valuation, and negotiation.
• Perform in-depth analysis of financial statements, industry trends, and market dynamics.
• Manage relationships with legal, tax, and financial advisors during the execution process.
• Oversee the preparation of investment committee materials and present findings to senior leadership.

• Work closely with portfolio companies to drive growth, operational improvement, and strategic initiatives.
• Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and financial performance across portfolio companies.
• Support exit strategies through preparation for sale, IPO, or strategic partnership.

• Mentor and develop Analysts and Associates on the deal team.
• Collaborate with internal teams (investor relations, finance, legal) to align strategy and processes.

• Maintain a robust pipeline of potential investment opportunities and prioritize resources accordingly.
• Maintain relationships with industry experts, advisors, and potential management teams.
• Develop and expand industry knowledge to aid in deal flow.

• Six years of PE/IB experience with a minimum 4 years of private equity deal team experience with lower middle-market experience a plus.
• Experience with distressed deals and special situations highly preferred.
• Two year of Investment banking a plus.

An undergraduate degree is required.

Salary is competitive, depending on experience.

Soul Equity is a retained Executive Search firm, dedicated exclusively to guiding Middle Market Private Equity Firms and their Portfolio Companies to best‑in‑class talent.

We work exclusively with Middle Market Private Equity firms to grow their internal teams and transform their portfolio companies. Our boutique recruiting experience is highly bespoke and curated to our clients’ needs.

This firm is an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.