Investment Analyst

Title: Investment AnalystCompany Summary: A Washington DC-based private investment firm is seeking an Investment Analyst to join its dynamic team. The firm specializes in lower-middle market secondary and co-investments across a diverse range of industries. This is a unique opportunity to become part of a lean, highly acquisitive team, offering early and significant responsibility, hands-on deal experience, and exposure to all aspects of the investment process.The Investment Analyst will be responsible for:Execution of broader market and industry researchFinancial modeling, valuation analysis, and returns analysis for various investment targetsTake point on due diligence processesMonitor existing investment portfolioAnalyze fund performance, portfolio construction, and underlying company metricsSupport fundraising activities and broader firm initiativesThe Investment Analyst should have the following qualifications:1-3 years of experience evaluating venture capital and/or growth equity funds1-2 years of Investment Banking or Wealth Management experience1-3 years of Transaction Advisory experience Bachelor's degree in finance, economics, business, or a related fieldStrong interest in venture sectors such as software, fintech, healthcare, frontier technologies, blockchain, and AIExcellent written and verbal communication skills; ability to distill complex concepts into clear investment insightsStrong analytical skills with exceptional attention to detail and sound investment judgmentAbility to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environmentAdvanced proficiency in Excel and PowerPointFamiliarity with AI tools used in research and analysis (e.g., ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini, Perplexity)Experience with Python, SQL, or similar tools is a plusFor Associate-level candidates: proven ability to lead investment processes with limited supervision and strong relationship-building skillsIf you are interested in the Investment Analyst role, then please don't wait to apply.