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Star Mountain Capital · 3 days ago

Associate, Private Equity

Tampa, FL

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

3+ years exp

Star Mountain Capital is a rapidly growing private investment firm focused on the lower middle-market. The Associate will support the origination, underwriting, and management of private equity investments in U.S.-based companies, with responsibilities spanning deal execution, investment strategy, and portfolio oversight.

Asset ManagementFinancial Services

Growth Opportunities

Responsibilities

Support sourcing, evaluation, and execution of private equity investments

Assist in developing outreach targets, tracking pipeline activity, and preparing diligence and execution materials

Support investment thesis development and execute detailed due diligence, including market research, competitive analysis, financial modeling, and coordination of third-party advisors

Assist with term sheet and documentation processes

Prepare Investment Committee materials, including data-driven analysis, sensitivity cases, and clear summaries of key risks and recommendations for senior review

Support portfolio company management through financial analysis, performance monitoring, board material preparation, strategic initiatives, and exit planning workstreams

Assist in building relationships with management teams, investment banks, and deal intermediaries to support deal flow

Provide analytical and materials support for fundraising and investor engagement as needed

Contribute to broader firm initiatives, including market mapping, sector research, firm development projects, and internal process improvement

Work collaboratively with Analysts and senior investment professionals, demonstrating strong ownership of workstreams and high standards of execution

Qualification

Private equity experienceFinancial modelingInvestment analysisLower middle-market investingCommunication skillsIntellectual curiosityEntrepreneurial mindsetDetail-orientedTeam collaborationWork ethic

Required

3–5 years of relevant recent experience in private equity, investment banking, consulting, or a related transaction-focused role

Strong financial and analytical skill set, including experience in financial modeling, company/industry diligence, and investment memo preparation

Exposure to lower middle-market investing and/or companies with $5–50 million of EBITDA is a plus

Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to synthesize complex information into clear, actionable insights

Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple workstreams in a fast-paced environment

Strong work ethic, intellectual curiosity, and an entrepreneurial mindset aligned with contributing to the growth of a leading private investment firm

Willingness to travel nationwide as needed for deal sourcing, portfolio support, and investor engagement

Timing: Immediate

Location: Must be willing to work out of our Tampa or NYC office