On the deal team at Soul Equity Solutions, you'll lead and execute investment transactions end-to-end, including sourcing opportunities, conducting diligence, financial modeling, valuation, negotiation, and managing advisors and investment committee processes. You will work closely with portfolio companies to drive growth, monitor KPIs and financial performance, support exit strategies, and collaborate with internal teams to align strategy. You will also maintain and grow a robust deal pipeline and professional network while mentoring and developing junior team members and deepening sector-specific investment expertise.
Commitments
This firm is an equal opportunity employer.
Responsibilities
Lead and quarterback deals end-to-end, managing diligence, stakeholder coordination, and investment committee processes.
Identify and develop new investment opportunities through networking, conferences, and intermediary relationships.
Collaborate with industry experts to develop sector-specific investment theses.
Maintain and leverage a network of investment bankers, advisors, and other intermediaries.
Transaction Execution:
Lead and coordinate the deal process from diligence to closing, including financial modeling, valuation, and negotiation.
Perform in-depth analysis of financial statements, industry trends, and market dynamics.
Manage relationships with legal, tax, and financial advisors during the execution process.
Oversee the preparation of investment committee materials and present findings to senior leadership.
Portfolio Company Management:
Work closely with portfolio companies to drive growth, operational improvement, and strategic initiatives.
Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and financial performance across portfolio companies.
Support exit strategies through preparation for sale, IPO, or strategic partnership.
Mentor and develop Analysts and Associates on the deal team.
Collaborate with internal teams (investor relations, finance, legal) to align strategy and processes.
Deal Pipeline Management
Maintain a robust pipeline of potential investment opportunities and prioritize resources accordingly.
Maintain relationships with industry experts, advisors, and potential management teams.
Develop and expand industry knowledge to aid in deal flow.
Commitments
This firm is an equal opportunity employer.
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Requirements
Minimum 5-8 years of relevant professional experience, including time in private equity, independent sponsor, investment banking, or transaction advisory.
Diverse industry exposure across multiple sectors.
Proven ability to lead deal execution, including modeling, valuation, and negotiations.
Exceptional financial modeling and technical skills.
Strong interpersonal and communication abilities; must be able to build trust with founders and independent sponsors.
Entrepreneurial mindset, maturity, and cultural fit.
Ability to juggle multiple live deals in a fast-paced, lean-team environment.
Education
(Required)
– Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, or related field; advanced degree preferred but not required.
Private Equity Vice President - Boston About the Role The Vice President will join a Boston based private equity firm focused on middle market investments. For more than 30 years they have invested in companies with enterprise value of $100-$200M. Firm's Key Investment Characteristics: Industry Focus: Food Value Chain, Industrials, Education & Training, Select Business Services. Target Investment: Founder owned and operated companies with $10-30M EBITDA and $100-200M EV Job Description: The Vice President (VP) will be a key member of the deal team, focusing on equity-led buyout transactions. This individual will lead deal execution, support sourcing through independent sponsor partnerships, and work closely with founders and management teams post-investment. The role requires exceptional financial modeling skills and strong interpersonal presence. Please apply for more detailed firm information. The VP will join senior investment professionals in investment sourcing, due diligence, and portfolio management functions of the firm. Specific responsibilities include: Deal Origination & Sourcing: Lead and quarterback deals end-to-end, managing diligence, stakeholder coordination, and investment committee processes. Identify and develop new investment opportunities through networking, conferences, and intermediary relationships. Collaborate with industry experts to develop sector-specific investment theses. Maintain and leverage a network of investment bankers, advisors, and other intermediaries. Transaction Execution: Lead and coordinate the deal process from diligence to closing, including financial modeling, valuation, and negotiation. Perform in-depth analysis of financial statements, industry trends, and market dynamics. Manage relationships with legal, tax, and financial advisors during the execution process. Oversee the preparation of investment committee materials and present findings to senior leadership. Portfolio Company Management: Work closely with portfolio companies to drive growth, operational improvement, and strategic initiatives. Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and financial performance across portfolio companies. Support exit strategies through preparation for sale, IPO, or strategic partnership. Team Leadership: Mentor and develop Analysts and Associates on the deal team. Collaborate with internal teams (investor relations, finance, legal) to align strategy and processes. Deal Pipeline Management Maintain a robust pipeline of potential investment opportunities and prioritize resources accordingly. Maintain relationships with industry experts, advisors, and potential management teams. Develop and expand industry knowledge to aid in deal flow. Professional Experience & Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, or related field; advanced degree preferred but not required. Minimum 5-8 years of relevant professional experience, including time in private equity, independent sponsor, investment banking, or transaction advisory. Diverse industry exposure across multiple sectors. Proven ability to lead deal execution, including modeling, valuation, and negotiations. Exceptional financial modeling and technical skills. Strong interpersonal and communication abilities; must be able to build trust with founders and independent sponsors. Entrepreneurial mindset, maturity, and cultural fit. Ability to juggle multiple live deals in a fast-paced, lean-team environment.
This firm is an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law. About Soul Equity Solutions Soul Equity is a retained Executive Search firm, dedicated exclusively to guiding Middle Market Private Equity Firms and their Portfolio Companies to best-in-class talent. We work exclusively with Middle Market Private Equity firms to grow their internal teams and transform their portfolio companies. Our boutique recruiting experience is highly bespoke and curated to our clients’ needs.
Soul Equity Solutions
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Boston, MA