Portfolio Acquisition Officer
Career Launch AI Talent Network
Location: New York, NY (Hybrid)
Employment Type: Full-Time
Industry: Investment Banking / Financial Services
Experience Level: Analyst / Early Career
Compensation: Competitive base salary + performance bonus (varies by employer)
This posting represents the type of Portfolio Acquisition Officer roles featured within 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 finance, consulting, and technology opportunities that may not appear on public job boards. This description reflects a typical early-career role focused on identifying, evaluating, and acquiring portfolio assets for investment firms, private equity, or corporate investors.
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A leading investment firm, private equity firm, or corporate finance team may seek a Portfolio Acquisition Officer to source, analyze, and execute portfolio investment opportunities. This role is ideal for candidates interested in investment strategy, deal origination, and portfolio management.
Identify and source potential acquisition opportunities across industries and asset classes
Conduct thorough financial, operational, and market due diligence on target companies or assets
Build and maintain financial models, including 3-statement, DCF, LBO, and scenario analyses
Prepare investment memoranda, portfolio evaluation reports, and executive presentations
Collaborate with deal teams, advisors, and portfolio managers to structure acquisitions
Assist with transaction execution, including negotiation, documentation, and closing processes
Monitor and track portfolio performance post-acquisition, providing strategic insights for optimization
Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Accounting, Business, or a related discipline
Strong skills in financial modeling, valuation, and transaction analysis
Excellent analytical, quantitative, and communication abilities
Ability to manage multiple acquisition opportunities in a fast-paced environment
High attention to detail and strong organizational skills
Prior internship or full-time experience in investment banking, private equity, corporate development, or consulting is beneficial
Proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, and common financial research tools
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