Associate - Digital/Tech - Boston

Private Equity Associate - Boston

About Soul Equity Solutions

Soul Equity Solutions is a NYC based boutique executive search firm, exclusively recruiting for Private Equity Middle Market firms. We conduct searches at all seniority levels throughout the US for both investor roles and non-investing roles (including Business Development, Investor Relations). We are well known for our highly boutique, specialized service. Our clients and candidates rely on our personal approach, strong connections, and supportive process to meet their objectives.

About The Role

The Associate will join a Boston based private equity firm focused on small and mid-size businesses in the digital infrastructure and technology services sectors. For more than three decades they have invested $2.4 billion of capital in over 140 companies and are currently investing in their 8th fund. Their strategy is straightforward: invest in promising companies within dynamic industries. They approach opportunities with a “build it” mindset, applying creative structuring and empowering strong leaders to accelerate growth, optimize operations, and build long-term value.

Firm's Key Investment Characteristics

• Ownership: Majority or minority
• Industry Focus: Digital Infrastructure and Tech Services
• Stage: Flexible – growth, carve outs, buyouts, distressed

The Associate will support senior investment professionals in investment sourcing, due diligence, and portfolio management functions of the firm. Specific responsibilities include:

• Industry research – Conduct research on market size, growth prospects, demand drivers, key competitors, etc.
• Third party diligence – Facilitate diligence activities with third-party partners (e.g., senior lenders, accountants, attorneys, IT consultants, strategy consultants)
• Financial analysis – Create financial models to analyze cash flows, investment returns, and enterprise values for new investment opportunities and existing portfolio companies
• Portfolio management – Assist with ongoing monitoring and ad hoc strategic projects for portfolio companies
• Investment approval materials – Prepare memos and other approval materials for the Investment Committee

Desired Background

The ideal candidate will possess superior analytical and financial skills, a strong academic record, the ability to work independently and as part of a team, and excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Intellectual curiosity and rigorous attention to detail are required. Prior experience in private or public equity investing or related fields and exposure to the digital infrastructure and/or IT Services industries is preferred.

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.