Analyst, Business Development (Fall 2024)
Position Summary:
*September 2024 Start Date*
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.
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree – first generation college students are encouraged to apply
- Demonstrated leadership ability
- Initiative, professional ambition, team orientation
- Creativity and entrepreneurial spirit
- Excellent analytical and communications capabilities, organizational discipline, attention to detail
- Strong work ethic and interest in learning about private equity and the enterprise software industry
- Ability to build trust and support with senior executives as the face of K1
Perks:
- Unlimited PTO, plus holidays
- 401(k) plans & Profit sharing
- Volunteer opportunities and intramural K1 sports teams
- Onsite catering with lunch served daily
- Company and team wide outings
- Electric vehicle reimbursement
About K1:
K1 is a Los Angeles-based private equity investor focusing on high-growth enterprise software companies globally. K1 builds category leading enterprise software companies. As a global investment firm, K1 assists high-growth businesses to achieve successful outcomes. K1 invests alongside strong management teams that continue to guide their organizations on a day-to-day basis. K1 changes industry landscapes by assisting with operationally focused growth strategies. Since inception of the firm, K1 has partnered with over 200 enterprise software companies. For more information about K1, visit our website: https://k1.com.
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.