Entry Private Markets Analyst Job at Career Launch AI, New York, NY

  • Career Launch AI
  • New York, NY

Job Description

Entry Private Markets Analyst – Career Launch AI Talent Network

Location: New York, NY (Hybrid)
Type: Full-Time
Compensation: Typically $140,000 – $185,000+ total compensation (varies by employer)

About This Role

This Entry Private Markets Analyst description represents the type of early-career private markets investment roles featured on the Career Launch AI Private Job Board.
It is not a direct job opening with a specific employer.

Members of the Career Launch AI platform gain access to exclusive entry-level buy-side roles across private equity, growth equity, and private capital that may not be publicly posted. Career Launch AI provides tools, outreach support, and structured guidance to help candidates connect with hiring teams and pursue competitive investment careers.

More information is available at careerlaunch.ai .

About the Opportunity

A lower middle-market private equity or private markets firm (representative of firms within our network) may seek an analytically driven Entry Private Markets Analyst to support investment professionals across the deal and portfolio lifecycle.

This role is designed for candidates at the very beginning of their buy-side careers , offering hands‑on exposure to investment analysis, financial modeling, diligence support, and portfolio monitoring . Teams are typically lean, allowing analysts to gain meaningful insight into how investment decisions are made and executed.

Day‑to‑Day Responsibilities
Investment Analysis & Financial Modeling

Support the creation and maintenance of basic to intermediate financial models , including operating models, DCFs, and introductory LBO analyses

Assist in analyzing returns, capital structures, and scenario sensitivities

Perform valuation work using comparable companies, precedent transactions, and simplified intrinsic methods

Help prepare analytical support for new investments and add‑on opportunities

Assist with diligence across financial, commercial, and operational workstreams

Analyze company performance metrics, KPIs, customer trends, and unit economics

Conduct industry, market, and competitive research to support investment theses

Compile and summarize findings from third‑party diligence providers

Investment Committee & Deal Process Support

Support preparation of investment memos, exhibits, and presentation materials

Help organize diligence findings, risks, and key assumptions

Assist in preparing materials for internal investment discussions

Provide analytical support throughout the transaction process

Assist with portfolio company performance tracking and KPI dashboards

Support analysis related to operational initiatives and growth planning

Contribute to evaluation of bolt‑on acquisitions, refinancings, and exit scenarios

Help monitor portfolio performance versus original underwriting assumptions

What Makes This Work Engaging

Exposure to real transactions and live investment processes

Interaction with senior investors, management teams, and founders

Steep learning curve across private markets, finance, and strategy

Strong foundation for long‑term careers in private equity and private capital

Ideal Candidate Profile

This profile reflects the capabilities commonly sought for entry‑level private markets analyst roles .

Education & Technical Skills

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

Strong Excel skills and comfort working with financial models and data

Foundational understanding of accounting, corporate finance, and valuation concepts

Experience (Formal or Informal)

Prior internships, coursework, or project experience in finance, investing, consulting, or corporate strategy is beneficial

Demonstrated interest in private markets, investing, or transaction‑oriented work

Soft Skills & Mindset

Strong attention to detail and willingness to learn

Clear written and verbal communication skills

Ability to manage multiple tasks in fast‑paced environments

Coachable, curious, and proactive

How Career Launch AI Helps Candidates Access Roles Like This

Career Launch AI is a career acceleration platform supporting candidates pursuing competitive entry‑level finance and buy‑side roles.

AI‑Powered Job Search Automation

Automated applications to a high volume of relevant roles using tailored resumes

Targeted search across private equity, growth equity, venture capital, and corporate development

Human‑led outreach to recruiters and investment professionals

Support in initiating warm, targeted conversations rather than relying only on job portals

Execution & Tracking Support

Centralized systems to manage applications and outreach

End‑to‑end administrative support throughout the search process

Interview & Case Preparation

Assistance with private markets case studies and financial modeling reviews

Behavioral and technical interview preparation appropriate for entry‑level candidates

Ongoing guidance throughout the hiring process until placement

Learn More or Apply

To access roles of this kind through the Career Launch AI platform, visit:
careerlaunch.ai

Career Launch AI offers access to a curated private job board, personalized outreach support, automated application tools, interview preparation, and continued assistance until placement.

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Job Tags

Full time, Internship

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