Market Intelligence Analyst – PE

Market Intelligence Analyst – Private Equity

Career Launch AI Talent Network
Location: New York, NY (Hybrid)
Type: Full-Time
Compensation: $140,000 – $185,000 total compensation (varies by employer)

About This Role

This Market Intelligence Analyst – Private Equity description represents the type of early-career market research and investment intelligence roles featured on the Career Launch AI Private Job Board.
It is not a direct job opening with a specific employer.

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About the Opportunity

Lower middle-market private equity firms within our network may seek analytically strong Market Intelligence Analysts to support investment teams through sector research, market mapping, trend analysis, and data-driven insights.

Individuals in roles like this contribute to identifying attractive markets, understanding competitive dynamics, and informing sourcing and underwriting strategies. The work environment is typically lean, offering exposure to how market intelligence shapes investment decisions before and during transactions.

Day-to-Day Responsibilities

Market & Sector Research

• Conduct in-depth industry, sub-sector, and market research to identify attractive investment themes

• Develop market maps outlining key players, customer segments, value chains, and consolidation dynamics

• Track macro, regulatory, and secular trends impacting target industries

Investment Intelligence & Opportunity Identification

• Support sourcing efforts through data-driven market intelligence and target identification

• Analyze business models, revenue drivers, unit economics, and competitive positioning

• Screen potential investment opportunities for strategic and market fit

Analytical & Financial Support

• Build high-level financial analyses to contextualize market opportunities and company performance

• Analyze KPIs, growth drivers, margin structures, and scalability considerations

• Support valuation analysis using comparable companies and precedent transactions

Due Diligence & Investment Committee Support

• Provide market and competitive analysis during diligence processes

• Synthesize findings into clear insights, risks, and opportunity assessments

• Prepare market sections of investment memos and presentation materials

• Communicate data-backed perspectives to senior investment professionals

Ongoing Intelligence & Portfolio Support

• Monitor industry performance and competitive developments relevant to portfolio companies

• Support portfolio teams with market insights, benchmarking, and strategic analysis

• Contribute to research supporting add-on acquisitions and exit positioning

What Makes This Work Engaging

• Deep exposure to market dynamics that drive private equity investment decisions

• Opportunity to influence sourcing and underwriting strategy through research and insight

• Accelerated learning across industries, business models, and competitive landscapes

• Collaboration with senior investors, deal teams, and external advisors

Ideal Candidate Profile

This profile reflects the competencies commonly sought for market intelligence-focused roles in private equity.

Education & Technical Skills

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

• Strong analytical and research skills with attention to detail

• Proficiency in Excel and comfort working with financial and market data

• Solid understanding of corporate finance and valuation fundamentals

Experience (Formal or Informal)

• Prior experience or internships in private equity, investment banking, consulting, equity research, strategy, or corporate development is beneficial

• Demonstrated interest in industry analysis, market research, or investment strategy

Soft Skills & Mindset

• Intellectual curiosity and passion for understanding industries and business models

• Strong written and verbal communication skills

• Ability to synthesize complex data into clear insights

• Proactive, self-directed, and comfortable working in fast-paced environments

• Coachability and eagerness to learn

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Execution & Tracking Support

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Interview & Case Preparation

• Preparation for market sizing, industry analysis, and investment cases

• Support with behavioral and technical interview readiness

Continued Support

• Ongoing guidance provided throughout the hiring and placement process

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