Private Funds Associate

Job Description:

At Piper Sandler, we connect capital with opportunity to build a better future. 

We believe that diverse teams with unique backgrounds, skills and experiences yield more innovative solutions. This is reflected in our commitment to engage, hire, and retain bright, committed people to work in partnership within an inclusive environment that allows each person to achieve personal success and add value to our teams and communities.

We are currently looking for an Analyst/Associate to join the Private Funds Group in New York City. 

The Private Funds Group is an integral team within Aviditi Advisors. In August 2024, it was announced that Piper Sandler completed its acquisition of Aviditi Advisors (press release) representing the next chapter of the firm’s continued growth as Piper Sandler’s Private Capital Advisory group. The Private Capital Advisory group provides comprehensive, tailored solutions throughout an alternative investment manager’s lifecycle. A candidate would have the ability to join an entrepreneurial and growing team looking to build out a highly differentiated, private equity focused advisory platform. Private Capital Advisory operates across three core business lines: primary fundraising, secondary advisory and portfolio company financing solutions. The Private Capital Advisory group has advised on over $500 billion* in transaction volume. More detailed information on Private Capital Advisory group within Piper Sandler, can be found here.

An analyst/associate in the Private Funds Group will have the opportunity to assist in the execution of its ever-growing pipeline of primary fundraising opportunities. We are looking for motivated self-starters who are interested in taking a prominent seat in driving execution as well as interfacing with clients on a regular basis. This opportunity is an ideal role for candidates who are interested in contributing to building and expanding a private equity-focused advisory platform. The ideal candidate should have an entrepreneurial team spirit, possess strong leadership skills, and take a hands-on approach in his/her everyday dealings within the company.

Key deal execution tasks include:

• Underwriting prospective managers, including conducting analysis on performance, portfolio companies, marketability, etc.

• Designing go-to-market strategies

• Marketing/positioning of an alternative investment product

• Preparation of marketing materials

• Post-launch execution alongside the relationship management team

• Working in concert with our Capital Solutions and Secondary Capital Advisory teams to deliver full-life cycle, strategic advice to clients

• Ad hoc projects and other work as assigned

Qualifications include:

• Minimum three full years of experience at a leading investment bank or placement agent

• An undergraduate degree from a top-tier school

• Excellent quantitative and analytical skills, including Excel modeling and valuation

• Very strong technology skills with exceptional Excel and Power Point

• Outstanding written and verbal skills with specific ability to communicate concepts and ideas concisely

• Ability to work well under pressure, manage tight deadlines, and have the aptitude to synthesize large amounts of information

• Strong interpersonal skills, detail oriented, organized, proactive, intellectual curiosity, and an ability to thrive in a high energy, dynamic environment

• Ability to comfortably interact with clients in the utmost professional and mature manner

• Outstanding ethics, integrity, and judgement

• FINRA SIE, 7, 63 and 79 licenses or willingness to obtain

As a leading investment bank, we enable growth and success for our clients through deep sector expertise, candid advice and a differentiated, highly productive culture.

Our investment banking clients have access to unparalleled guidance through our deep product and sector expertise and ready access to global capital. We take pride in providing our clients with thoughtful advice and diligent execution, no matter the economic environment. Our investment banking group partners with corporate clients and financial sponsors to provide advisory and financing services related to mergers and acquisitions, equity and debt capital markets, private placements, restructuring and corporate & venture services. We offer in-depth knowledge and industry relationships in our core sectors of chemicals, consumer, diversified industrials & services, energy & power, financial services, healthcare and technology. Learn more about our investment banking team here.

Piper Sandler values a strong culture dedicated to the emotional and physical well-being of our employees. Learn more about our commitment to our employee’s health, well-being, our benefits program and how we are here for our employees and their families today, tomorrow and beyond here.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, marital status, status as a protected veteran or status with regard to public assistance.

The anticipated starting salary range for individuals expressing interest in this position is $135,000 - $175,000 per year.  Placement within this range is dependent upon level of experience, location and other factors.  This position is eligible for annual incentive compensation which will be a part of the total compensation. Total compensation for this position will be competitive with the market.

* Inclusive of transaction volume of team members prior to the Private Capital Advisory group

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