Analyst, Business Development (February 2025)

Private Equity Business Development Analyst

K1 is seeking a Private Equity Business Development Analyst to join our expanding team in Manhattan Beach, CA. At the front lines of our success, Analysts identify and build relationships with executives at exceptional companies that are identified as investment candidates for the fund. Analysts develop an expansive knowledge of a variety of businesses and business models, as well as an intricate understanding of business fundamentals. Candidates are expected to have stellar written and verbal communication skills and a strong record of leadership accomplishments. We encourage applicants of all majors to apply. Most importantly, the right candidate will fit the values of K1 Passion, Persistence, Humility, and Excellence.

Key Responsibilities :

• Identifying new flagship investments in B2B software by prospecting and driving relationships with executives across numerous vertical and horizontal technologies;
• Managing and driving strategic M&A opportunities for existing portfolio companies;
• Developing and executing on investment theses within enterprise software;
• Conducting proprietary market research within enterprise software;
• Expanding K1's relationship network with key industry contacts;
• Performing other duties as assigned.

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About K1 :

K1 is a Los Angeles-based private equity investor with over $13.5B in assets under management focusing on high-growth enterprise software companies globally. We seek to help dynamic businesses achieve successful outcomes by identifying and executing organic and acquisition-based growth opportunities that can position our companies as industry leaders. We typically invest alongside strong management teams that continue to guide their organizations on a day-to-day basis. As partners, we seek to provide meaningful strategic and financial support to help our companies reach their full potential. We look to help our portfolio companies navigate strategic opportunities such as executive recruitment, external financing, mergers and acquisitions, strategic sales, and public offerings.

As of the date of this posting, K1 Investment Management, LLC reasonably expects to pay $85,000 plus a competitive bonus structure for the position of Business Development Analyst.