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Deal Origination Associate

$140k - $185k

Career Launch AI

Job Description

Job Description

Deal Origination Associate

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 Deal Origination Associate 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 sourcing, evaluating, and supporting investment opportunities in private capital, venture capital, private equity, or alternative investments .

Actual openings may vary based on employer needs, asset class focus (e.g., private equity, venture, real estate, infrastructure), and investment strategy.

For more information on the Career Launch AI Talent Network, visit:

Position Overview

Deal Origination Associates support investment teams by identifying, evaluating, and sourcing potential investment opportunities . The role blends market research, financial analysis, and relationship management to help grow the firm’s deal pipeline.

This position often involves close collaboration with investment professionals, portfolio managers, legal teams, and external partners to ensure timely and accurate evaluation of potential deals.

Key Responsibilities
  • Identify and source investment opportunities through market research, networking, and industry relationships

  • Conduct preliminary due diligence , including financial analysis, market assessments, and competitive landscape research

  • Support investment team in evaluating strategic fit and potential returns of prospective deals

  • Prepare investment memos, presentations, and reports for senior management and investment committees

  • Track deal flow, monitor pipeline activity, and maintain internal deal databases

  • Build and maintain relationships with entrepreneurs, intermediaries, and industry contacts

  • Assist in coordinating deal execution processes , including term sheets, legal documentation, and internal approvals

  • Monitor industry trends and emerging markets to identify new investment opportunities

Preferred Qualifications
  • Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Business, or a related field

  • Strong interest in private equity, venture capital, or alternative investments

  • Understanding of investment evaluation, financial modeling, and market research

  • Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills

  • Proficiency in Excel ; familiarity with PowerPoint, financial databases, or CRM tools is a plus

  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills for building relationships and presenting findings

  • Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, high-demand environment

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 for deal origination, investment analysis, and private capital roles

  • Resume and profile optimization tailored to private equity, venture capital, and alternative investments

  • Guidance on outreach to entrepreneurs, intermediaries, and investment professionals

  • Interview preparation for deal sourcing, evaluation, and investment committee processes

To learn more or express interest in deal origination and investment roles , visit:

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