Founded in 2017, the Private Equity firm specializes in growth equity investments, focusing on B2B software, healthcare, and tech-enabled services, with a particular emphasis on government and defense technology. With a team of 24 professionals, they manage over $750 million in AUM, including Fund 3 valued at $330 million.
Their target companies in North America boast annual revenues exceeding $15 million or EBITDA of $2 million, receiving growth capital ranging from $10 million to $40 million. Emphasizing partnership with management teams, they drive long-term growth and maximize shareholder value, delivering substantial returns for investors while fostering innovation in their target industries.
THE CULTURE
The company culture reflects a dynamic mix of scrappy determination, entrepreneurial vigor, and friendly collaboration. It prioritizes teamwork and support, fostering an environment where every individual is empowered to contribute and excel. Together, the team embarks on a journey of growth and success, driven by mutual respect and shared goals.
VISION
What does success look like in this role?
Own the deal pipeline, leveraging partners and advisors as needed.
Collaborate with partners and advisors to drive deals to LOI stage.
Lead due diligence execution.
Progress to leading end-to-end deals within a few years.
THE ROLE
The day-to-day role for this position will include the following tasks:
Maintains continuous deal flow through proactive sourcing efforts.
Engages founders and CEOs creatively to secure meetings.
Identifies critical diligence questions and ensures efficient execution.
Manages third-party contributors and presents findings effectively.
Represent the PE firm in early-stage meetings and develop relationships with entrepreneurs.
Manages pipeline momentum and leverages key advisors.
Drives deal flow by building investment theses and developing a prospect pipeline.
Plays a pivotal role in deal diligence and execution, collaborating closely with the Managing Director and advisors.
KEY SELLING POINTS OF THE ROLE
Opportunity to progress to leading deals end-to-end within a few years.
Chance to develop and implement strategies within a successful firm.
KEY CHALLENGES FOR THE ROLE
You would be the 2nd person in the team.
YOUR BACKGROUND
The successful individual will be able to demonstrate experience in the following:
3+ years in defense or government-related sectors, including roles in investing, investment banking, management consulting, or corporate development.
Direct experience in government/defense technology preferred, with at least 1 year of relevant experience.
Understanding of government procurement processes and the business model of contractors and vendors.
Ability to communicate effectively with US government stakeholders and comprehend government terminology.
Direct military operational experience to provide insights into defense technology usage and identify risks (preference)
Strong proficiency in Excel, finance, modeling, and data analysis.
Demonstrates a passion for the mission, maintaining an evidence-based approach, and adeptly handling ambiguity.
YOUR CHARACTERISTICS
The Successful Individual Will Display The Following Characteristics
Highly self-motivated and proactive in both professional and personal pursuits.
Asks insightful questions and welcomes feedback with humility.
Natural leader who drives initiatives forward independently.
Solution-oriented approach, brings ideas and suggestions to the table.
Organized project manager capable of handling multiple tasks effectively.
Charismatic communicator who energizes discussions and exercises good judgment.
Uses positivity and empathy to navigate challenging situations.
Ambitious with a history of achieving ambitious goals through focus and persistence.
Scrappy and resilient, able to create opportunities from scratch.