Job Description

Job Description

A top-tier middle market private equity firm is quietly expanding its investment team and seeking a Private Equity Associate to join its Cleveland office.

This is a true investing seat. You’ll be at the center of deals from day one, working directly with Partners and Portfolio Company leadership on live transactions, value creation initiatives, and strategic decision-making.

What You’ll Do

• Lead financial modeling, LBOs, and return analysis across new platform and add-on acquisitions
• Drive commercial, financial, and operational diligence alongside senior deal professionals
• Prepare IC materials, investment memos, and board-level analysis
• Support portfolio company strategy , KPI tracking, and operational initiatives post-close
• Engage directly with bankers, management teams, lenders, and third-party advisors
• Play an active role across the entire investment lifecycle — sourcing → execution → value creation → exit

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of experience in Investment Banking/M&A in with meaningful deal experience in the Industrials, Business Services, Manufacturing, Consumer sectors.
• Strong LBO and financial modeling skillset
• Sharp commercial judgment and an operator’s mindset
• Intellectual curiosity, low ego, and comfort taking ownership early
• Interest in hands-on private equity
• Relevant ties to Cleveland are a huge plus!

Why This Is Special

• Immediate exposure to live deals and real responsibility
• Flat structure with direct Partner interaction
• Reputation for operational excellence
• Strong culture, long-term orientation, and repeatable fund success
• Competitive compensation + meaningful upside

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