Selby Jennings · 11 hours ago
Business Development Associate (Private Equity)
Selby Jennings is a leading software-focused private equity firm based in Atlanta seeking a Business Development Associate to join its growing team. The role involves identifying and engaging executives at software companies, conducting market research, and supporting acquisition strategies for portfolio companies.
Responsibilities
Identify and engage executives at software companies that align with the firm's investment strategy
Build and maintain relationships with market intermediaries and industry participants
Conduct market research and segment mapping to uncover new investment opportunities
Prospect using email, LinkedIn, phone, and other tools to qualify leads
Support add-on acquisition strategies for portfolio companies
Assist the investment team during diligence through expert interviews and market analysis
Qualification
Required
2-3 years of experience in private equity, venture capital, investment banking, or business development
Highly motivated, competitive, and goal-oriented with a strong sense of initiative
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Intellectually curious and detail-oriented
Proficient in Excel and PowerPoint; familiarity with CRM and marketing automation tools is a plus
Bachelor's degree required with strong academic and professional performance
Company
Selby Jennings
Global recruitment firm specialising in Banking
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageRecent News
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2025-09-30
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2025-05-03
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