Vice President/Principal

Overview

A early stage organization is seeking a Vice President/Principal to join its investment team during a significant growth phase. This role involves leading investment activities, managing portfolio companies, and identifying new opportunities within targeted sectors.

Title: Vice President/Principal
Industry: Private Equity
Location: Greater Los Angeles

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain a strong network to generate consistent deal flow through industry relationships.
• Conduct comprehensive research to formulate investment strategies within key sectors.
• Oversee all stages of transaction processes, including financial analysis, due diligence, and negotiations.
• Collaborate with external advisors to ensure smooth transaction closures.
• Partner with portfolio company management to drive operational enhancements and strategic initiatives.
• Monitor portfolio performance and support strategic growth initiatives, including acquisitions and exits.
• Contribute to the development of the organization's investment platform and mentor junior team members.

Qualifications

• Must-Have:
• 5–8+ years of experience in private equity, investment banking, or related fields with a focus on special situations or distressed investing.
• Proven ability to source, execute, and manage investments in the lower middle market.
• Strong skills in financial modeling, valuation, and analysis.
• Experience with complex transaction structures such as turnarounds and recapitalizations.
• Excellent communication skills for direct interaction with management teams and investors.
• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field. Nice-to-Have:
• MBA or CFA designation.
• Sector expertise in industrials, defense/aerospace, or business services.
• Experience in a lean, entrepreneurial investment environment.