Private Equity Associate

Company: Private Equity Advisory Firm
Role: Associate - PE Advisory Team
Compensation: $175,000-$200,000 base + discretionary bonus

Location: New York, NY (4 days per week in office)

• Lead execution of fundraising projects from initial planning through completion.
• Oversee preparation of marketing materials and manage workflow for analysts.
• Coordinate project timelines, ensuring deliverables meet deadlines.
• Act as a primary contact for clients and maintain quality standards across all interactions.
• Participate in client meetings and calls, providing insights and updates throughout the process.
• Support origination efforts, including research, target identification, and database management.
• Contribute to team development through training, performance feedback, and recruitment initiatives.
• Provide input on strategic growth opportunities for the business.

• Minimum 4 years in private equity, investment banking, or corporate finance advisory.
• At least 2 years in a client-facing advisory or consultative role.
• Strong interest in private equity and capital markets, with a desire to build expertise in fundraising advisory.
• Solid understanding of corporate finance concepts (financial statements, capital structures, valuation).
• Proven ability to manage client relationships and lead discussions with senior stakeholders.
• Exceptional organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to handle multiple priorities under tight deadlines.
• Advanced proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, and Word; financial modeling experience preferred.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; additional languages are a plus.
• Self-starter with strong judgment and commercial awareness.
• Experience managing junior team members and contributing to team development.