Associate, Investment Team

Overview

LLR Partners is looking for an associate to join LLR’s investment team. In this role you will be an integral part of our team of investment professionals who help to grow and manage our compelling portfolio of companies. We believe this is an exciting opportunity for the right individual to join an exciting and dynamic firm, while having a compelling career with significant up-side and potential.

Accountabilities

This individual will be an integral member of the deal team. Key responsibilities include:

• Constructing and reviewing detailed financial and operating models


• Performing and tracking the due diligence process for each investment


• Composing internal deal approval memorandums, term sheets and letters of intent


• Conducting detailed industry research to support investment due diligence and thesis development


• Identifying, developing and executing plans to source potential investment opportunities


• Drafting investor communications including periodic updates on portfolio performance


• Provide ongoing monitoring of existing portfolio companies including review of monthly operating results and performance


• Interface directly with senior members at LLR and portfolio company executives

Skills and Requirements

The ideal candidate is a motivated self-starter and team player who can function in an entrepreneurial atmosphere with minimal supervision. Strong analytical background including both finance and accounting skills, excellent communication skills and a high level of maturity are essential. Qualified candidates should also possess the following:

• 2-3 years of experience with a leading private equity firm and or investment bank


• Undergraduate degree from a top-tier university with exceptional academic achievement


• Mature, professional candidate who is a self-starter willing to accept a large amount of responsibility


• Strong work ethic, positive attitude and enthusiasm for the role


• Extensive financial modeling skills and experience in Excel


• Strong interpersonal and communication skills