Deal Evaluation Analyst
Career Launch AI
New York, NY
Deal Evaluation 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 Deal Evaluation Analyst description represents the type of early-career private equity and 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 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 careerlaunch.ai.
About the Opportunity
A lower middle-market private equity firm (representative of firms within our network) may seek an analytically rigorous Deal Evaluation Analyst to support investment screening, underwriting, and transaction execution.
Individuals in roles like this gain hands-on experience evaluating live deal opportunities, conducting in-depth financial analysis, and supporting investment committee decisions. The environment is typically lean and fast-paced, offering meaningful exposure to investment professionals and decision-making processes.
Day-to-Day Responsibilities
Deal Screening & Evaluation
Review inbound investment opportunities and prepare initial screening analyses
Build and refine operating and transaction models (3-statement models, DCFs, LBOs)
Evaluate return profiles, capital structures, leverage capacity, and downside scenarios
Conduct valuation analyses using comparable companies, precedent transactions, and intrinsic valuation methods
Assess investment risks and identify key value drivers
Due Diligence & Market Analysis
Support financial, commercial, operational, and legal diligence workstreams
Analyze historical financial performance, KPIs, customer metrics, and unit economics
Conduct industry research and competitive landscape analysis
Validate assumptions used in underwriting models
Investment Committee Support
Draft screening memos, investment committee materials, and summary analyses
Synthesize diligence findings into clear, structured recommendations
Present data-backed insights on risks, opportunities, and return potential
Transaction & Portfolio Support
Assist with transaction execution, data room review, and third-party advisor coordination
Support portfolio company KPI tracking and performance analysis
Contribute to analysis for add-on acquisitions, refinancing opportunities, and exit scenarios
What Makes This Work Engaging
Direct exposure to live investment opportunities
Meaningful involvement in investment decision-making
Accelerated development in financial modeling, valuation, and deal structuring
Close collaboration with senior investment professionals
Ideal Candidate Profile
This profile reflects the competencies commonly sought by firms for roles of this type.
Education & Technical Skills
Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Accounting, Engineering, Mathematics, or related field
Strong Excel skills and ability to build and audit complex financial models
Solid understanding of accounting, corporate finance, and valuation principles
Comfort analyzing financial statements and transaction structures
Experience (Formal or Informal)
Prior internships or experience in investment banking, private equity, venture capital, consulting, or corporate finance is beneficial
Experience building financial models or conducting investment analysis
Demonstrated interest in investing, financial markets, or transaction work
Soft Skills & Mindset
Strong analytical rigor and attention to detail
Ownership mentality and proactive problem-solving
Clear written and verbal communication skills
Ability to thrive in demanding, deadline-driven deal environments
Coachability, intellectual curiosity, and willingness to learn quickly
How Career Launch AI Helps Candidates Access Roles Like This
Career Launch AI is a career acceleration platform that supports candidates pursuing competitive finance roles. Members receive tools, outreach support, and structured guidance.
AI-Powered Job Search Automation
Automated applications to a large volume of relevant roles, with tailored resumes
Targeted search across private equity, venture capital, investment banking, corporate development, and related fields
Recruiter & Hiring Manager Outreach
Human-led outreach campaigns to relevant recruiters and decision-makers
Support in initiating warm 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 private equity case preparation and modeling reviews
Support with behavioral and technical interview readiness
Continued Support
Ongoing guidance provided throughout the hiring process
Learn More or Apply
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careerlaunch.ai
Career Launch AI offers access to a curated job board, personalized outreach support, automated application tools, interview preparation, and continued assistance until placement.
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