Equity Group Investments (EGI) seeks an Investment Analyst for our Private Equity Investment team. Exceptional candidates must desire a dynamic and fulfilling corporate investing career with direct exposure to a broad range of opportunities, including investing in a variety of public and private situations (e.g., roll-ups, turnarounds, recapitalizations) and investing across the capital structure (e.g., leading LBOs, buying distressed debt) across many different industry verticals. The EGI investment team values driven and intelligent individuals who work well in a team environment and aspire to accomplish much while positively impacting our current and future portfolio.

Investment Analyst Responsibilities

• Review new investment opportunities including risk evaluation
• Perform financial modeling (LBO) and financial analysis
• Actively participate in and drive due diligence process when evaluating new investments
• Provide market research support including an overview of market trends, competitive analysis, and identification of potential acquisition targets
• Prepare investment committee presentations for various investment opportunities
• Perform business, financial, and operational analysis across portfolio companies to help influence senior management decision-making
• Participate in ad hoc special projects and develop long-term strategic initiatives alongside portfolio company executive leadership

Job requirements include but are not limited to:

• Bachelor’s degree preferably in finance, business management, engineering, economics, or related field with a competitive GPA
• One to two years of applicable experience in private equity, investment banking, commercial lending/banking, accounting/transaction services, corporate development/strategy, or management consulting or successful completion of an investment banking internship, culminating with a full-time offer
• Strong accounting, finance, modeling, analytical, and problem-solving skills supported by a high proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
• Solid organizational skills, ability to multi-task, attention to detail, and ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Highly developed verbal and written communication skills
• Strong work ethic, integrity, and drive
• Proactive thinking with a creative problem-solving approach
• Desire to work within a fast-paced, collaborative environment
• Intellectual curiosity and commitment to professional development