Investment Due Diligence Analyst - Buy-Side

Job Description

Job Description

Investment Due Diligence Analyst – Buy-Side (Entry-Level)

Career Launch AI Talent Network Location:

New York, NY (Hybrid) Type:

Full-Time Compensation:

$140,000 – $185,000+ total compensation (varies by employer) About This Role

This

Investment Due Diligence Analyst – Buy-Side

description represents the type of early-career, diligence-focused investment roles featured on the Career Launch AI Private Job Board. It is

not a direct job opening

with a specific employer. Members of our platform gain access to exclusive buy-side investment roles that may not appear on public job boards. Career Launch AI provides tools and support to help candidates reach hiring managers, prepare for interviews, and pursue high-caliber finance opportunities. More information is available at

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. About the Opportunity

Lower middle-market private equity firms and growth-oriented investment platforms within our network may seek analytically strong

Investment Due Diligence Analysts

to support

pre-investment analysis, diligence execution, and risk evaluation

across new investment opportunities. Individuals in roles like this focus on validating investment theses through deep financial, commercial, operational, and strategic diligence. The position offers direct exposure to live deals and close collaboration with investment professionals, third-party advisors, and portfolio company management teams. The work environment is typically lean and transaction-driven, providing meaningful insight into how investment decisions are evaluated and approved. Day-to-Day ResponsibilitiesInvestment Due Diligence Execution

Support end-to-end diligence processes for new platform and add-on investments

Coordinate and analyze financial, commercial, operational, legal, and tax diligence workstreams

Review data rooms, management materials, and third-party diligence reports

Identify key risks, red flags, and value-creation opportunities

Financial & Business Analysis

Analyze historical and projected financial performance, KPIs, and unit economics

Assess revenue quality, customer concentration, churn, margins, and cost structures

Support modeling of base, upside, and downside cases to stress-test investment assumptions

Market, Industry & Competitive Research

Conduct market sizing, industry analysis, and competitive landscape assessments

Evaluate growth drivers, barriers to entry, and industry dynamics

Support validation of management’s strategic positioning and go-to-market plans

Investment Thesis & IC Support

Synthesize diligence findings into clear, actionable investment insights

Draft diligence summaries, risk matrices, and investment committee materials

Present data-backed perspectives on deal merits, risks, and mitigation strategies

Cross-Functional & Advisor Collaboration

Work closely with senior investment professionals throughout live deals

Interface with third-party advisors including accounting firms, consultants, and legal teams

Track diligence timelines, deliverables, and open items

What Makes This Work Engaging

Deep involvement in

live deal diligence

and investment decision-making

Direct exposure to management teams, founders, and executive leadership

Opportunity to develop strong judgment around

risk assessment and thesis validation

Accelerated learning across industries, business models, and transaction structures

Ideal Candidate Profile

This profile reflects the competencies commonly sought by firms for diligence-focused buy-side roles. Education & Technical Skills

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Accounting, Engineering, Mathematics, or related field

Strong analytical skills and comfort working with large, complex data sets

Solid understanding of financial statements, corporate finance, and business fundamentals

Experience (Formal or Informal)

Prior internships or experience in investment banking, private equity, consulting, transaction advisory, or corporate finance is beneficial

Exposure to diligence processes, financial analysis, or market research is a plus

Demonstrated interest in investing, deal analysis, and risk evaluation

Soft Skills & Mindset

Strong critical thinking and attention to detail

Ability to synthesize complex information into clear conclusions

Strong written and verbal communication skills

High ownership mentality and accountability

Ability to perform under tight deal timelines and shifting priorities

Coachability, intellectual curiosity, and willingness to challenge assumptions

How Career Launch AI Helps Candidates Access Roles Like This

Career Launch AI is a career acceleration platform supporting candidates pursuing competitive buy-side investment roles. AI-Powered Job Search Automation

Automated applications to a large volume of relevant roles with tailored resumes

Targeted search across private equity, growth equity, venture capital, and investment diligence roles

Recruiter & Hiring Manager Outreach

Human-led outreach campaigns to relevant recruiters and decision-makers

Support initiating warm, direct conversations rather than relying solely on job portals

Execution & Tracking Support

Streamlined systems to manage applications and outreach

End-to-end administrative support during the search process

Interview & Case Preparation

Assistance with investment memos, diligence case studies, and analytical exercises

Support with behavioral and technical interview readiness

Continued Support

Ongoing guidance provided throughout the hiring process

Learn More or Apply

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