Senior Associate
Company Overview
Based in the vibrant hub of New York City, we stand as a premier private equity advisory firm, boasting over two decades of excellence in accelerating value for private equity firms and their portfolio companies. Our expertise lies in conducting meticulous customer and market analysis, alongside operational due diligence, crafting pragmatic growth strategies, and executing impactful changes that optimize financial outcomes. With a distinctive blend of superior analytics, strategic acumen, and financial expertise, we deliver tailored solutions that empower our clients to achieve and often surpass their growth and margin improvement targets within demanding timelines.
Every team member collaborates closely with leading private equity firms and senior executives, gaining invaluable hands-on consulting experience within an entrepreneurial environment. We seek individuals who are driven to redefine possibilities, dedicated to ensuring client success, adept at critical thinking and communication, and thrive in dynamic, high-pressure scenarios, aiming to leave a lasting impact both within our organization and with our clients.
Role Overview
In the role of Associate/Senior Associate, you will be an integral part of a collaborative team comprising partners, vice presidents, senior operating executives, other associates, analysts, and client resources. Your responsibilities will include:
- Identifying core issues, constructing issue trees, and developing comprehensive work plans to address study objectives.
- Collecting, synthesizing, and analyzing data through primary and secondary research.
- Providing insightful assessments of market opportunities and risks.
- Modeling hypothetical solutions, testing alternative scenarios, and formulating actionable recommendations grounded in factual analysis.
- Crafting clear, compelling written documents and client deliverables.
- Assisting in client presentations and fostering constructive dialogue around insights and proposed solutions.
- Cultivating strong relationships with private equity and portfolio company client team members.
- Providing mentorship and guidance to junior team members.
- Contributing to our growth through knowledge sharing, marketing collateral support, and participation in recruiting efforts.
Here career advancement is not bound by a predefined timeline but is determined by individual contributions and readiness for broader responsibilities. We utilize a 360-degree evaluation process and provide ongoing feedback to gauge readiness for advancement.
We foster a culture of excellence where our people are our most valuable asset. Our team comprises exceptional individuals from diverse backgrounds, united by core values of integrity, accountability, resourcefulness, and a relentless drive for success. Successful candidates embody a passion for learning, possess an entrepreneurial mindset, and exhibit a proactive "get things done" attitude.
Requirements
The ideal candidate will meet the following criteria, with higher experience ranges applicable to Senior Associates:
- Bachelor's degree in engineering, economics, or a related quantitative field from a top-tier institution, coupled with an MBA from a leading business school.
- 3-6 years of experience in a top-tier strategy consulting firm, with a focus on industries such as industrials, business services, energy, consumer & retail, and healthcare. Due diligence experience is advantageous.
- Strong grasp of business concepts, including market analysis, financial analysis, operational strategies, and organizational dynamics.
- Proficiency in primary research methodologies, including questionnaire development, online surveys, and conducting insightful interviews.
- Analytical proficiency, with experience in building bottom-up market sizing models.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively across all levels of the organization and with clients.
- Strategic mindset with meticulous attention to detail, adept at problem-solving using a structured approach.
- Results-oriented and client-focused, capable of thriving in fast-paced environments with limited data availability.
- Passionate, high-energy, and self-driven with an entrepreneurial spirit.
Compensation
The compensation range for the Associate/Senior Associate role is competitive, including a base salary ranging from $185-220k/yr, performance-based bonuses, 401(k) retirement plan contributions, discretionary profit-sharing contributions, and comprehensive benefits.
Join us where excellence is not just a standard but a way of life, and where your contributions are valued and rewarded.
