Private Equity Associate - $1bn AUM Software Fund - Los Angeles, CA

The Opportunity: You will join a small, high-caliber investment team building a platform dedicated to software. Expect direct exposure to partners, real accountability on live processes, and a chance to help shape an early-stage firm while investing in durable B2B software businesses.

Responsibilities: Support end-to-end deal execution across buyouts and add-on M&A Build and maintain financial models (LBO, operating models, returns analyses) Lead or contribute to commercial, financial, and operational diligence Prepare investment committee materials, CIMs screening notes, and portfolio updates Partner with management teams, advisors, and lenders throughout processes Help source and screen opportunities in vertical SaaS, application software, and tech-enabled services Support portfolio companies on KPIs, board materials, and bolt-on acquisition work Ideal ProfileApproximately four years of experience in private equity, growth equity, investment banking, or a related transaction role (software / technology coverage strongly preferred but not required) Strong modeling, diligence, and written communication skills Comfort operating in a lean environment with limited hierarchy and high ownership Genuine interest in enterprise software, recurring-revenue business models, and value creation Based in Los Angeles or willing to relocate