
This full-time Private Equity Associate role is based in Cleveland within a lower middle market firm focused on industrial, business services, consumer, and distribution sectors. The position offers direct access to senior partners and meaningful responsibility from day one as the firm transitions to its first institutional fund. Key duties include building detailed financial models, managing due diligence across multiple workstreams, drafting investment committee materials, and supporting portfolio company value creation through strategic planning and board participation. The role appeals to candidates seeking a high-agency environment with extensive exposure to the full investment lifecycle, from sourcing and diligence to capital raising and operational improvements. The position requires 2-3 years of investment banking experience and offers a collaborative culture with significant professional growth opportunities.









