Junior Transaction Analyst – Private Equity
Career Launch AI Talent Network
Location: New York, NY (Hybrid)
Type: Full-Time
Compensation: Typically $140,000 – $185,000+ total compensation (varies by employer)
About This Role
This Junior Transaction Analyst – Private Equity description represents the type of early-career, deal-focused private equity roles featured on the Career Launch AI Private Job Board.
It is not a direct job opening with a specific employer.
Members of the Career Launch AI platform gain access to exclusive transaction-oriented investment roles that may not appear on public job boards. Career Launch AI provides tools and structured support to help candidates reach hiring managers, prepare for interviews, and pursue high-caliber private equity careers.
More information is available at careerlaunch.ai .
About the Opportunity
A lower middle-market private equity firm (representative of firms within our network) may seek a Junior Transaction Analyst to support senior investment professionals across deal execution, financial analysis, and transaction diligence .
This role is designed for candidates at the start of their private equity careers , offering direct exposure to live transactions, rigorous analytical work, and hands-on involvement in the deal process within a lean investment team.
Day-to-Day Responsibilities
Transaction Analysis & Financial Modeling
Build and maintain transaction and operating models , including 3-statement models, DCFs, and LBOs
Analyze deal economics, capital structures, leverage, and downside scenarios
Perform valuation analyses using comparable companies, precedent transactions, and intrinsic methods
Support initial screening and underwriting of potential acquisitions
Assist with diligence across financial, commercial, operational, and legal workstreams
Analyze historical performance, forecasts, KPIs, and unit economics
Coordinate and organize diligence materials from advisors and management teams
Summarize diligence findings into clear, data-driven transaction insights
Investment Committee & Execution Support
Prepare investment memoranda, financial exhibits, and IC presentation materials
Support internal discussions by highlighting key risks, assumptions, and return drivers
Assist transaction execution from initial review through closing
Help manage timelines, data rooms, and advisor interactions
Support portfolio company performance tracking and reporting
Assist with KPI dashboards and variance analysis
Contribute analytical support for add-on acquisitions, refinancings, and exit preparation
Provide ad hoc transaction-related analysis to the investment team
What Makes This Work Engaging
Direct exposure to private equity transaction execution
Hands-on experience with financial modeling and deal processes
Interaction with investment professionals, advisors, and company management
Accelerated learning across M&A, valuation, and private equity deal mechanics
Ideal Candidate Profile
This profile reflects the competencies commonly sought for junior transaction analyst roles in private equity .
Education & Technical Skills
Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Accounting, Engineering, Mathematics, or a related field
Strong Excel skills with the ability to build or audit financial and transaction models
Solid understanding of accounting, corporate finance, and valuation
Experience (Formal or Informal)
Prior internships or entry-level experience in investment banking, transaction advisory, private equity, consulting, or corporate finance is beneficial
Demonstrated interest in deal execution, M&A, and private equity transactions
Soft Skills & Mindset
High attention to detail and analytical rigor
Clear written and verbal communication skills
Ability to perform in fast-paced, deadline-driven environments
Coachable, curious, and motivated to develop transaction expertise
How Career Launch AI Helps Candidates Access Roles Like This
Career Launch AI is a career acceleration platform supporting candidates pursuing competitive private equity and transaction-focused roles.
AI-Powered Job Search Automation
Automated applications to a large volume of relevant entry-level transaction roles
Targeted search across private equity, M&A, and private capital strategies
Human-led outreach to recruiters and private equity decision-makers
Support initiating direct, targeted conversations beyond traditional job portals
Execution & Tracking Support
Streamlined systems to manage applications and outreach
End-to-end administrative support throughout the recruiting process
Interview & Case Preparation
Assistance with transaction case studies, LBO modeling tests, and technical interviews
Behavioral interview coaching aligned with junior PE roles
Ongoing guidance provided throughout the hiring process until placement
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