Private Equity Associate

Pike Street Capital is looking to hire an Associate to join its private equity team in Seattle, WA. Founded in 2017, Pike Street Capital invests in lower-middle-market companies with leading market positions, strong continuing management and discernible growth drivers. We target sectors serving professional customers and B2B growth where we have relevant investing and operating experience; including industrial technology, specialty manufacturing, distribution & logistics and business services. We have enjoyed significant historical success partnering with founder and family-owned businesses in the Western United States.

Pike Street Capital’s investment criteria include:

Investment Amount: Between $10-$40 million of equity per transaction
Transaction Size: Enterprise value typically $30 million to $100 million
Transaction Types: Control Acquisitions, Recapitalization and Corporate Divestitures

Scope and Responsibilities

The Associate will participate in all transaction functions and portfolio management activities, function as an integral part of a close-knit group of investment professionals, take the lead in financial modeling and industry research, play a key role in the underlying analysis of investment decisions, and assist senior professionals in structuring and negotiating prospective investments in target companies.

Responsibilities will include:

Analysis of investment opportunities including financial modeling, valuation and return analysis
Market and industry research
Due diligence on companies, management, customers, competitors and industries
Preparation of materials for Pike Street Capital’s investment committee
Assisting in sourcing new investment opportunities
Interacting with lender relationships
Assisting portfolio company operations, as appropriate

Requirements

Successful candidates will possess:

A Bachelor’s degree with honors from a top university or college
2-3 years’ experience as an analyst with a top-tier investment bank
Outstanding financial modeling and analytical skills
Demonstrated competency in financial statement analysis, business valuation, accounting and finance
Demonstrated ability and interest in working with a small group of investment professionals

Tenure

The start date is flexible, but we are targeting Spring/Early Summer 2019. Associates will be expected to commit for a minimum of two years. Strong performers will be considered for advancement within the firm.

Contact

Interested candidates should submit a cover letter and resume to Crystal Allen at callen@pikestreetcapital.com.