Entry Private Markets Analyst
Career Launch AI
New York, NY
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
Due Diligence & Market Research
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
Portfolio Company & Post-Investment Support
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
Recruiter & Hiring Manager Outreach
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
Continued Support
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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