Co-Investment Analyst

Job Description

Job Description

Co-Investment Analyst

Location: New York, NY
Employment Type: Full-Time
Estimated Compensation:
$140,000 – $185,000 total annual compensation (varies by employer)

About This Posting

This job description represents a sample Co-Investment Analyst position commonly found through the Career Launch AI Talent Network. It is intended to help job seekers understand the responsibilities and qualifications typically associated with early-career roles focused on direct co-investment opportunities alongside private equity sponsors and lead investors.

Actual openings may vary based on employer type (e.g., institutional investors, asset managers, family offices, sovereign wealth funds) and co-investment strategy.

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Position Overview

Co-Investment Analysts support investment teams by evaluating, executing, and monitoring direct co-investment opportunities alongside private equity and alternative asset sponsors. The role blends financial modeling, transaction analysis, and due diligence in a deal-driven environment.

These roles often involve close collaboration with senior investment professionals, external sponsors, legal advisors, and portfolio company management teams.

Key Responsibilities

Evaluate co-investment opportunities across private equity, growth equity, and other alternative strategies
Build and analyze detailed financial models, including LBO and operating models
Conduct commercial, financial, and industry due diligence on prospective investments
Review sponsor materials, investment memos, and transaction documentation
Assist in preparing internal investment memoranda and presentations for investment committees
Support transaction execution, including coordination with legal, tax, and external advisors
Monitor portfolio company performance, KPIs, and valuation metrics
Assist with ongoing portfolio reporting and re-underwriting efforts
Track market trends, deal activity, and sponsor performance

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Business, Accounting, or a related field
Strong interest in private equity, direct investing, and transaction execution
Solid understanding of financial statements, valuation, and deal structures
Strong financial modeling and analytical skills
Proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint; familiarity with data tools or VBA is a plus
Ability to work efficiently under tight deadlines in a deal-oriented environment
Strong written and verbal communication skills
High attention to detail and ownership mindset
Collaborative, proactive, and intellectually curious approach

About the Career Launch AI Talent Network

The Career Launch AI Talent Network helps job seekers pursue opportunities similar to this role through:

• Skills-based role matching

• Resume and profile optimization

• Guidance on outreach to co-investment and direct investing teams

• Interview preparation for private equity, co-investment, and transaction roles

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