Roark is an Atlanta-based private equity firm with over $41 billion in assets under management. Roark focuses on investments in consumer and business service companies, with a specialization in franchise and franchise-like business models.
Roark prides itself on being a trusted partner for management and business owners. We believe that successful partnerships begin with providing a compelling value proposition to all business constituencies. A win‐win‐win approach leads to a positive business environment where all stakeholders – customers, employees, franchisees, strategic partners, service providers, management and shareholders – share in the growth and success of our businesses. We want to partner with entrepreneurs and executives who share this vision.
Roark brands generate approximately $97 billion in annual system revenues from 117,000+ locations located in 50 states and 120 countries.
Our portfolio companies span multiple industries including food, restaurants, consumer and business services, health, wellness and fitness, and education and youth activities. We are best known for our portfolio companies such as, Dunkin', Jimmy John’s, Jamba, Orangetheory, Mathnasium, Drybar just to name a few.
Who We Are:
We are an Atlanta-based private equity firm with $41 billion in assets under management specializing in franchise and franchise-like business models. Our portfolio companies span multiple high-growth sectors including restaurants, business and consumer services, health and wellness, and education and youth activities.
We partner with market-leading companies and management teams and believe in value creation through operational excellence. Currently, our brands generate $97 billion in annual system sales from 117,000+ locations globally. Roark’s portfolio includes iconic brands such as Arby’s, Anytime Fitness, Subway, Buffalo Wild Wings, Dunkin’, Jimmy John’s, Mathnasium, Meineke, Orangetheory Fitness, Dave’s Hot Chicken, and many others.
Since our founding in 2001, we have been guided by the same core values: do what’s right and long-term smart, regardless of conventional wisdom…even when it’s hard, and even when no one’s looking. We view investing as a team sport. Our goal is shared success for customers, employees, franchisees, management teams, and shareholders. We have a focused investment strategy that creates pattern recognition and a deep belief in win-win partnerships.
Why Private Equity:
Private equity firms raise capital from investors to buy companies with the intention of growing them through operational improvement and strategic decision making. Typical investors in private equity funds include institutional investors such as university endowments and state pension funds. At Roark, we pride ourselves on being trusted partners for management teams and business owners.
Full-Time Analyst Position:
A Roark Analyst will work on deal teams led by a Managing Director or Principal, taking an active role in the analysis of prospective investment opportunities and monitoring of portfolio investments. They will interact directly with all members of the firm but will typically report to an Associate or Senior Associate. The Analyst must possess highly advanced financial and data analysis skills consistent with and complementary to Roark’s highly analytical approach to investment evaluation and long-term, growth-oriented investment strategy, as well as superior verbal and written communication skills. The Analyst will be expected to support deal teams in many aspects of the investment process including due diligence, modeling, data analysis, and industry research. They will prepare materials for and participate in meetings of Roark’s Investment Committee. The Analyst will also be directly involved in portfolio management, including monitoring the performance of existing portfolio companies, interacting with portfolio company management teams, and evaluating potential add-on acquisitions. They will also be expected to prepare detailed industry research and assist senior Roark investment professionals in developing investment strategies for new investment sub-sectors that are consistent with Roark’s investment criteria. Roark helps position new Analysts for success through extensive training and assigning mentors to help guide them during their first year with Roark.
What It Takes:
Roark is a highly analytical, results-driven firm. When evaluating candidates, we value:
- Outstanding academic credentials (min 3.5 GPA), preferably with a concentration in business, finance, accounting, economics, or a major evidencing strong quantitative ability
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
- Exceptional work ethic, deep analytical capabilities, and excellent writing and research skills
- Positive, “can do” attitude regarding no task as too big or too small
- Highly collaborative, open to feedback, willing to learn, and intellectually curious
- Capable of simultaneous task management and able to quickly shift priorities while maintaining focus
- Detail-oriented with excellent communication and organization skills
- Energetic and highly motivated with a strong sense of urgency
Skills Required
- Outstanding academic credentials (minimum 3.5 GPA), preferably in business, finance, accounting, economics, or a quantitatively rigorous major
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word
- Proficiency in Microsoft PowerPoint
- Highly advanced financial and data analysis skills, including financial modeling
- Exceptional work ethic, deep analytical capabilities, and intellectual curiosity
- Excellent written and verbal communication, writing and research skills
- Able to manage multiple tasks, shift priorities quickly, detail-oriented, and well-organized
- Highly collaborative, open to feedback, willing to learn, energetic and motivated with a strong sense of urgency
What We Do
Roark is an Atlanta‐based private equity firm with $20 billion in assets under management. Roark focuses on investments in consumer and business service companies, with a specialization in franchised and multi‐location business models in the restaurant, specialty retail, consumer and business services, and health, wellness and beauty sectors. Roark prides itself on being a trusted partner for management and business owners. We believe that successful partnerships begin with providing a compelling value proposition to all business constituencies. A win‐win‐win approach leads to an enthusiastic business environment where all stakeholders – customers, employees, franchisees, strategic partners, service providers, management and shareholders – share in the growth and success of our businesses. We want to partner with entrepreneurs and executives who share this vision.
