Private Equity Associate Jobs

Explore Private Equity Associate opportunities with Ladders, where you can find vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more. Associates support investment teams throughout the deal lifecycle, combining rigorous financial analysis with research, due diligence, and clear communication to help evaluate and execute investments.

What Private Equity Associates Do

Responsibilities vary by firm and strategy, but commonly include building and reviewing financial models, analyzing companies and industries, preparing investment committee materials, coordinating due diligence, and monitoring portfolio company performance. Associates may also work with bankers, consultants, executives, and other advisers as a transaction progresses.

Common Qualifications and Skills

Employers often seek experience in investment banking, transaction advisory, consulting, or another analytical finance role. Strong candidates typically bring advanced Excel and financial modeling skills, attention to detail, sound judgment, and the ability to manage competing deadlines. Experience with valuation, leveraged buyouts, mergers and acquisitions, or a particular industry can be valuable; requirements differ across firms.

Find the Right Private Equity Role

Private equity firms differ in investment focus, fund size, sector specialization, and approach to portfolio management. Review each job description for the firm’s strategy, responsibilities, qualifications, and location. Use Ladders to explore vetted opportunities with compensation of $100,000 or more and identify roles that align with your experience and career goals.

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$90K - $110K *

Drive your career with a dynamic role focused on expanding P&C growth through strategic partnerships, relationship management, and data-driven business planning to achieve profitability and market sha...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$89K - $116K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$77K - $129K *

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $110K *

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $110K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $110K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

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$190K - $225K *

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Atlanta, GARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$125K - $150K *

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New York City, NYRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$106K - $147K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$229K - $267K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$125K - $280K *

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4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $120K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $140K *

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$95K - $115K *

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $115K *

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United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $110K *

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$136K - $253K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Private Equity Associate do?question toggle

    A Private Equity Associate helps evaluate and execute investments. Typical work includes financial modeling, company and industry research, due diligence, investment committee materials, transaction coordination, and portfolio company analysis.

  • What experience is commonly required for Private Equity Associate jobs?question toggle

    Many firms look for experience in investment banking, transaction advisory, consulting, or a related analytical finance role. Specific requirements vary by firm and position.

  • What skills are important for a Private Equity Associate?question toggle

    Employers commonly value financial modeling and valuation, Excel proficiency, analytical thinking, attention to detail, communication, and the ability to manage multiple deadlines.

  • Do Private Equity Associate jobs pay $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Compensation varies by employer, location, experience, and role. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more; review individual listings for compensation details.

  • How can I find a Private Equity Associate job that fits my background?question toggle

    Compare listings by investment strategy, sector, location, responsibilities, and qualifications. Prioritize roles that match your transaction experience, analytical strengths, and career interests.