Description

About the Role

The Vice President in Private Equity plays a pivotal leadership role within the investment team, contributing deeply to the sourcing, evaluation, execution, and oversight of portfolio investments. Reporting to Managing Directors or Partners, the VP oversees end-to-end deal processes and actively mentors junior team members.

Key Responsibilities

• Deal Sourcing & Execution
  * Build and maintain relationships with investment bankers, intermediaries, and company management to source investment opportunities
  * Evaluate potential deals by developing investment theses, conducting financial modeling, valuation analysis, and risk assessments
  * Lead due diligence efforts, coordinating third-party advisors and internal teams across legal, finance, and operations
  * Structure and negotiate transaction terms, orchestrate financing, and oversee legal documentation
• Portfolio Management & Value Creation
  * Monitor portfolio company performance and collaborate with management to implement strategic, operational, and financial improvements
  * Prepare investor and internal reports, including quarterly and annual financial updates and valuation reviews
  * Serve on portfolio company boards or management committees, driving transformative initiatives
• Leadership & Mentorship
  * Mentor associates and analysts, fostering their growth through training, review sessions, and skills development
  * Collaborate cross-functionally with legal, compliance, operations, and external advisors throughout deal lifecycle
• Stakeholder & Investor Engagement
  * Maintain and build relationships with LPs, co-investors, bankers, and industry stakeholders
  * Contribute to fundraising and investor communications, as needed

Required Qualifications

• Experience & Education
  * 5-7+ years of relevant experience in private equity, investment banking, strategy consulting, or leveraged finance
  * Bachelor's degree in finance, economics, business, or related field; MBA or CFA preferred
• Technical & Analytical Skills
  * Advanced financial modeling, valuation, and cash flow forecasting skills with expertise using tools like Excel, Bloomberg, Capital IQ
  * Strong understanding of corporate finance, accounting principles, and deal structuring
• Soft Skills & Attributes
  * Proven leadership and communication capabilities-effective across all levels of organization
  * Exceptional negotiation and presentation skills
  * Entrepreneurial mindset, high integrity, drive for results, and attention to detail