Private Equity Senior Analyst
Teacher Retirement System of Texas, Austin, TX, United States
Private Equity Senior Analyst
Requisition ID:
req1381
Employment Type:
Unclassified Regular Full-Time (URF)
Division:
PE Principal Investments
Compensation:
Depends on Qualifications
Job Closing:
7/17/2026
Location:
TRS Headquarters Building 2, 1900 Aldrich Street, Austin, Texas, 78723, United States
Overview
With the Investment Management Division (IMD) you will be joining a diverse group of achievers who celebrate the unique value individuals bring to support our shared cause: earning trust and contributing to the financial future of 2 million public education employees and retirees throughout Texas. Navigating the current market environment requires innovation and stewardship of the right investments to impact the lives of members and all Texans. The team manages a global portfolio of over $225 billion in public and private investments.
Responsibilities
Conduct due diligence on potential private equity investment opportunities and support ongoing monitoring and reporting of the investment portfolio.
Perform investment analysis, build financial models (including LBOs), evaluate valuation, risks, returns, and terms of Private Equity and Venture Capital transactions.
Prepare qualitative and quantitative reports, memoranda, and presentations for the team and senior leadership.
Collaborate with the Private Equity Team and IMD staff; report to a Private Equity Director.
Coordinate with teammates, investment accounting, legal counsel, custodians, and third-party advisors.
Develop and maintain relationships within the investment industry to identify opportunities.
Utilize TRS portfolio systems such as DealCloud and PowerBI.
What You Will Bring
Required Education : Bachelor’s degree in business administration, finance, accounting, engineering, math, sciences, information technology, liberal arts or related field.
Required Experience : At least 1 year of full-time experience in professional private equity investment activities involving data analysis, financial modeling, and investment evaluation (e.g., investment banking, consulting, or corporate development). Master’s degree may substitute for one year of experience.
Preferred Qualifications : 1 to 2 years of full-time professional PE investment experience or related experience with strong data analysis and financial modeling skills.
Knowledge : Private equity valuation metrics; investment concepts, terminology, models, and fundamental investment factors; statistics as applied to investments; corporate valuation metrics and techniques.
Skills : Financial modeling and valuation, Windows-based software proficiency, data search and analysis, preparing concise reports and recommendations, planning and prioritizing in a fast-paced environment, clear written and verbal communication.
Ability : Establish and maintain professional relationships, work effectively in a team, and travel for business as needed.
Note: Veterans, Reservists or Guardsmen with relevant Military Occupational Specialty experience are encouraged to apply. For questions or additional information, contact Talent Acquisition at careers@trs.texas.gov. To view job vacancies, visit www.trs.texas.gov/careers or www.trs.csod.com/careersite.
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Requisition ID:
req1381
Employment Type:
Unclassified Regular Full-Time (URF)
Division:
PE Principal Investments
Compensation:
Depends on Qualifications
Job Closing:
7/17/2026
Location:
TRS Headquarters Building 2, 1900 Aldrich Street, Austin, Texas, 78723, United States
Overview
With the Investment Management Division (IMD) you will be joining a diverse group of achievers who celebrate the unique value individuals bring to support our shared cause: earning trust and contributing to the financial future of 2 million public education employees and retirees throughout Texas. Navigating the current market environment requires innovation and stewardship of the right investments to impact the lives of members and all Texans. The team manages a global portfolio of over $225 billion in public and private investments.
Responsibilities
Conduct due diligence on potential private equity investment opportunities and support ongoing monitoring and reporting of the investment portfolio.
Perform investment analysis, build financial models (including LBOs), evaluate valuation, risks, returns, and terms of Private Equity and Venture Capital transactions.
Prepare qualitative and quantitative reports, memoranda, and presentations for the team and senior leadership.
Collaborate with the Private Equity Team and IMD staff; report to a Private Equity Director.
Coordinate with teammates, investment accounting, legal counsel, custodians, and third-party advisors.
Develop and maintain relationships within the investment industry to identify opportunities.
Utilize TRS portfolio systems such as DealCloud and PowerBI.
What You Will Bring
Required Education : Bachelor’s degree in business administration, finance, accounting, engineering, math, sciences, information technology, liberal arts or related field.
Required Experience : At least 1 year of full-time experience in professional private equity investment activities involving data analysis, financial modeling, and investment evaluation (e.g., investment banking, consulting, or corporate development). Master’s degree may substitute for one year of experience.
Preferred Qualifications : 1 to 2 years of full-time professional PE investment experience or related experience with strong data analysis and financial modeling skills.
Knowledge : Private equity valuation metrics; investment concepts, terminology, models, and fundamental investment factors; statistics as applied to investments; corporate valuation metrics and techniques.
Skills : Financial modeling and valuation, Windows-based software proficiency, data search and analysis, preparing concise reports and recommendations, planning and prioritizing in a fast-paced environment, clear written and verbal communication.
Ability : Establish and maintain professional relationships, work effectively in a team, and travel for business as needed.
Note: Veterans, Reservists or Guardsmen with relevant Military Occupational Specialty experience are encouraged to apply. For questions or additional information, contact Talent Acquisition at careers@trs.texas.gov. To view job vacancies, visit www.trs.texas.gov/careers or www.trs.csod.com/careersite.
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