Career Launch AI Talent Network
Location:
New York, NY (Hybrid) Type:
Full-Time Compensation:
Typically $140,000 – $185,000+ total compensation (varies by employer)
About This Role This
Entry Buy-Side Associate
description represents the type of
early-career investment roles
featured on the Career Launch AI Private Job Board. It is
not a direct job opening
with a specific employer.
Members of the Career Launch AI platform gain access to
entry-level buy-side opportunities
across private equity, growth equity, private credit, and other investment strategies that may not appear on public job boards. Career Launch AI provides tools and structured support to help candidates reach hiring managers, prepare for interviews, and pursue high-caliber investing careers.
More information is available at
careerlaunch.ai .
About the Opportunity A lower middle-market buy-side investment firm (representative of firms within our network) may seek an
analytically driven Entry Buy-Side Associate
to support investment teams across
deal evaluation, financial analysis, diligence, and portfolio monitoring .
This role is designed for candidates at the
beginning of their buy-side investing careers , offering hands-on exposure to live deals, close interaction with senior investors, and direct involvement in the investment process within a lean, fast-paced environment.
Day-to-Day Responsibilities Investment Analysis & Financial Modeling Build and maintain
operating and transaction models , including 3-statement models, DCFs, and LBOs (as applicable)
Analyze investment returns, capital structures, leverage, and downside scenarios
Perform valuation analyses using
comparable companies, precedent transactions, and intrinsic valuation methods
Support underwriting of new investment opportunities
Assist with diligence across
financial, commercial, operational, and legal workstreams
Analyze company financials, KPIs, customer metrics, and unit economics
Conduct
industry and competitive research
to support investment theses
Organize and synthesize diligence findings into clear analytical outputs
Investment Committee & Deal Support Prepare
investment memos, exhibits, and presentation materials
Summarize key diligence insights, risks, and upside drivers
Support internal discussions leading to investment decisions
Assist transaction processes from initial review through execution
Help track
portfolio company performance
against underwriting assumptions
Support KPI dashboards, reporting, and ongoing analysis
Contribute to analysis for
add-on acquisitions, refinancings, and exit planning
Assist with ad hoc analytical projects related to portfolio strategy
What Makes This Work Engaging Early exposure to
buy-side investing and decision-making
Hands-on involvement in live transactions and portfolio analysis
Interaction with
management teams, founders, and senior investors
Accelerated learning in
financial modeling, valuation, and investment judgment
Ideal Candidate Profile This profile reflects the competencies commonly sought for
entry-level buy-side associate roles .
Education & Technical Skills Bachelor’s degree in
Finance, Economics, Accounting, Engineering, Mathematics, or a related field
Strong Excel skills and ability to
build or review financial models
Foundational understanding of
accounting, corporate finance, and valuation
Experience (Formal or Informal) Prior internships or exposure to
investment banking, private equity, private credit, asset management, consulting, or corporate finance
is beneficial
Clear interest in
investing, financial analysis, and transaction-oriented work
Soft Skills & Mindset Strong analytical thinking and attention to detail
Clear written and verbal communication skills
Ability to perform in
fast-paced, high-expectation environments
Coachable, curious, and motivated to develop as an investor
How Career Launch AI Helps Candidates Access Roles Like This Career Launch AI is a
career acceleration platform
for candidates pursuing competitive buy-side and private markets roles.
AI-Powered Job Search Automation Automated applications to a large volume of relevant entry-level roles
Targeted searches across
private equity, growth equity, private credit, venture capital, and related buy-side fields
Human-led outreach to recruiters and investment professionals
Support initiating
direct, targeted conversations
beyond job portals
Execution & Tracking Support Centralized systems to manage applications and outreach
End-to-end administrative support throughout the recruiting process
Interview & Case Preparation Support with
investment case studies, modeling tests, and technical interviews
Behavioral interview coaching aligned with entry-level buy-side roles
Ongoing guidance provided throughout the hiring process until placement
Learn More or Apply To access roles of this kind through the Career Launch AI platform, visit: careerlaunch.ai
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New York, NY (Hybrid) Type:
Full-Time Compensation:
Typically $140,000 – $185,000+ total compensation (varies by employer)
About This Role This
Entry Buy-Side Associate
description represents the type of
early-career investment roles
featured on the Career Launch AI Private Job Board. It is
not a direct job opening
with a specific employer.
Members of the Career Launch AI platform gain access to
entry-level buy-side opportunities
across private equity, growth equity, private credit, and other investment strategies that may not appear on public job boards. Career Launch AI provides tools and structured support to help candidates reach hiring managers, prepare for interviews, and pursue high-caliber investing careers.
More information is available at
careerlaunch.ai .
About the Opportunity A lower middle-market buy-side investment firm (representative of firms within our network) may seek an
analytically driven Entry Buy-Side Associate
to support investment teams across
deal evaluation, financial analysis, diligence, and portfolio monitoring .
This role is designed for candidates at the
beginning of their buy-side investing careers , offering hands-on exposure to live deals, close interaction with senior investors, and direct involvement in the investment process within a lean, fast-paced environment.
Day-to-Day Responsibilities Investment Analysis & Financial Modeling Build and maintain
operating and transaction models , including 3-statement models, DCFs, and LBOs (as applicable)
Analyze investment returns, capital structures, leverage, and downside scenarios
Perform valuation analyses using
comparable companies, precedent transactions, and intrinsic valuation methods
Support underwriting of new investment opportunities
Assist with diligence across
financial, commercial, operational, and legal workstreams
Analyze company financials, KPIs, customer metrics, and unit economics
Conduct
industry and competitive research
to support investment theses
Organize and synthesize diligence findings into clear analytical outputs
Investment Committee & Deal Support Prepare
investment memos, exhibits, and presentation materials
Summarize key diligence insights, risks, and upside drivers
Support internal discussions leading to investment decisions
Assist transaction processes from initial review through execution
Help track
portfolio company performance
against underwriting assumptions
Support KPI dashboards, reporting, and ongoing analysis
Contribute to analysis for
add-on acquisitions, refinancings, and exit planning
Assist with ad hoc analytical projects related to portfolio strategy
What Makes This Work Engaging Early exposure to
buy-side investing and decision-making
Hands-on involvement in live transactions and portfolio analysis
Interaction with
management teams, founders, and senior investors
Accelerated learning in
financial modeling, valuation, and investment judgment
Ideal Candidate Profile This profile reflects the competencies commonly sought for
entry-level buy-side associate roles .
Education & Technical Skills Bachelor’s degree in
Finance, Economics, Accounting, Engineering, Mathematics, or a related field
Strong Excel skills and ability to
build or review financial models
Foundational understanding of
accounting, corporate finance, and valuation
Experience (Formal or Informal) Prior internships or exposure to
investment banking, private equity, private credit, asset management, consulting, or corporate finance
is beneficial
Clear interest in
investing, financial analysis, and transaction-oriented work
Soft Skills & Mindset Strong analytical thinking and attention to detail
Clear written and verbal communication skills
Ability to perform in
fast-paced, high-expectation environments
Coachable, curious, and motivated to develop as an investor
How Career Launch AI Helps Candidates Access Roles Like This Career Launch AI is a
career acceleration platform
for candidates pursuing competitive buy-side and private markets roles.
AI-Powered Job Search Automation Automated applications to a large volume of relevant entry-level roles
Targeted searches across
private equity, growth equity, private credit, venture capital, and related buy-side fields
Human-led outreach to recruiters and investment professionals
Support initiating
direct, targeted conversations
beyond job portals
Execution & Tracking Support Centralized systems to manage applications and outreach
End-to-end administrative support throughout the recruiting process
Interview & Case Preparation Support with
investment case studies, modeling tests, and technical interviews
Behavioral interview coaching aligned with entry-level buy-side roles
Ongoing guidance provided throughout the hiring process until placement
Learn More or Apply To access roles of this kind through the Career Launch AI platform, visit: careerlaunch.ai
#J-18808-Ljbffr