Private Equity Associate
Soul Equity Solutions · St Louis, MO · Today
FinanceFull-time
New Investments
- Build and analyze detailed financial models
- Support and manage due diligence across multiple workstreams
- Draft investment committee memoranda, term sheets, and letters of intent
- Prepare materials for internal and external stakeholders
- Interface with bankers, consultants, and third-party advisors
Portfolio & Platform Work
- Analyze portfolio company performance and key operating metrics
- Support strategic initiatives including growth planning and operational improvements
- Participate in board meetings, management presentations, and strategy sessions
- Auxiliary with capital raising initiatives (debt and equity)
Research & Sourcing
- Conduct industry research and market mapping to inform investment theses
- Identify and evaluate potential investment opportunities
- Support proactive sourcing efforts alongside senior team members
- Develop insights that guide where and how the firm invests
Qualifications
- 2-3 years of experience in investment banking
- Undergraduate degree with strong academic record
- Strong work ethic and ability to work in a high-agency and high-ownership culture
- Extensive financial modeling skills
- Mature, professional candidate with strong interpersonal and communication skills