THIS JOB CAN BE FOUND ON OUR EXCLUSIVE JOB BOARD IT IS NOT A DIRECT ROLE AT AUGMENT JOBS. Job Description: Senior Growth Equity Associate
Position Overview:
We are seeking an experienced and driven Senior Growth Equity Associate to join our dynamic investment team. In this role you will take a leading position in identifying evaluating and executing investment opportunities in highgrowth companies while collaborating with portfolio companies to drive value creation. The ideal candidate has a proven track record in growth equity or a related field strong analytical and interpersonal skills and a passion for scaling innovative businesses.
Key Responsibilities: Investment Sourcing and Evaluation:
- Identify and evaluate highgrowth companies in target sectors by conducting market research industry analysis and competitive benchmarking.
- Develop and maintain relationships with entrepreneurs industry experts intermediaries and advisors to source deal flow.
- Build and refine financial models to assess business performance growth potential and investment viability.
- Conduct detailed due diligence including market sizing unit economics analysis and risk assessment.
Transaction Execution:
- Lead deal execution processes including negotiating term sheets structuring deals and coordinating due diligence.
- Manage relationships with external advisors including legal accounting and consulting firms.
- Prepare and present investment committee materials including investment theses financial analyses and key risks and opportunities.
Portfolio Management:
- Collaborate with portfolio company management teams to implement strategic and operational improvements.
- Monitor portfolio company performance analyzing financial and operational metrics to identify growth opportunities.
- Support portfolio companies in scaling through strategic initiatives such as market expansion operational optimization and talent acquisition.
- Assist in planning and executing exit strategies including M&A and IPO processes.
Leadership and Mentorship:
- Work closely with Principals and Partners to refine investment theses and prioritize target sectors.
- Mentor and support junior team members fostering their professional development and contribution to the teams success.
Qualifications: Educational Background:
- Bachelors degree in Finance Economics Business Administration or a related field (required).
- MBA or advanced degree in a related field (preferred but not required).
Professional Experience:
- 4 6 years of experience in growth equity private equity investment banking management consulting or a related field.
- Demonstrated expertise in deal sourcing financial modeling and portfolio management.
- Experience working with highgrowth companies and a strong understanding of growthstage investing.
Skills and Competencies:
- Advanced financial modeling valuation and data analysis skills.
- Strong negotiation and deal execution abilities.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to articulate complex ideas effectively.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel PowerPoint and relevant databases (e.g. PitchBook Capital IQ).
Personal Attributes:
- Entrepreneurial mindset with a passion for growthstage companies and innovation.
- Strong interpersonal and relationshipbuilding skills with the ability to engage effectively with founders management teams and other stakeholders.
- Resultsoriented proactive and highly organized with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.