Private Equity Origination Analyst (Pre-MBA / Early Career)
We are seeking an exceptionally driven early-career professional to join a fast-growing private equity advisory firm focused on proprietary deal origination. This role is designed for high-performing candidates currently working in investment banking, management consulting, corporate law, corporate finance rotational programs, or similarly rigorous environments who want direct exposure to private equity transactions. We are intentionally targeting candidates with 0–2 years of full-time professional experience. Former collegiate athletes, military veterans, and individuals with demonstrated success in highly competitive environments are strongly encouraged to apply.
About the Role
As an Origination Analyst, you will sit at the front end of the M&A process — identifying, engaging, and developing relationships with business owners on behalf of leading private equity firms. This is a high-autonomy role suited for individuals with strong communication skills, intellectual curiosity, resilience, and a desire to operate in a performance-driven environment. Core Responsibilities
- Identify and research acquisition targets across various industries
- Initiate outreach to business owners
- Develop relationships and qualify transaction opportunities
- Articulate investment themes and value propositions
- Maintain pipeline activity within CRM systems
- Collaborate directly with senior professionals and private equity clients
Strongly Preferred:
- Investment Banking Analysts
- Management Consulting Analysts
- Corporate law / paralegal programs at top firms
- Corporate finance rotational programs
- Select, structured enterprise sales programs
We are not targeting traditional retail or transactional sales backgrounds. Candidate Attributes:
- High horsepower
- Competitive mindset
- Comfort operating in performance-driven environments
- Strong verbal presence
- Exceptional work ethic
- Demonstrated resilience
Competitive base salary + performance-driven upside. Top performers will have a clear path toward increased responsibility, compensation growth, and participation in the firm’s long-term success This role offers a rare opportunity to develop institutional-quality private equity experience early in your career while working directly with senior team members.