Private Equity Associate

# Private Equity AssociateInventureAssociatePrivate EquityOn-siteDate PostedJune 14, 2026Stay ahead of the marketGet instant notifications when new job openings matching "Private Equity / Associate jobs" are published.## About This RoleA high-growth private equity fund in the Bay Area is hiring a Private Equity Associate for its investment team, via Inventure. The fund invests in tech-enabled services and software businesses within the lower middle market, with a strong focus on transforming human-driven services into scalable, tech-forward models.About the Fund:This is a lean, high-conviction team where associates work directly with founders and see the full investment lifecycle end-to-end, from origination through exit. The firm values early responsibility, intellectual curiosity, and entrepreneurial mindset.Key Responsibilities:- Develop market theses and map sub-sectors across software and tech-enabled services- Source and evaluate new investment opportunities- Lead financial, market, and operational due diligence- Build and refine financial models including three-statement and LBO models- Support transaction structuring, closing, and post-close initiatives- Partner with portfolio company leadership on growth and performance tracking- Prepare investment memos and present to the investment committeeQualifications:- 2-5 years of experience in investment banking or private equity (not VC)- Strong financial modeling skills including three-statement and LBO modeling- PE experience required for Senior Associate level- Experience in M&A, LevFin, or tech-focused banking groups- Confidence interacting with founders and senior executives- Must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorshipApply for this Position #J-18808-Ljbffr