Principal - Selby Jennings

Our client, an LA based, growth-focused investment firm backing exceptional founder-led businesses across technology, consumer, and business services is looking to add a Principal to their team. Our team partners with entrepreneurs to accelerate scale, drive operational excellence, and unlock long-term value.

Responsibilities:

• Spearhead the full lifecycle of investments-from sourcing and due diligence to financial modeling, deal structuring, and execution.
• Build and sustain a high-quality pipeline of opportunities through deep industry research, strategic networking, and relationship cultivation.
• Drive portfolio company performance by partnering with management teams to implement strategic initiatives, enhance operations, and unlock value.
• Deliver compelling presentations of investment theses and portfolio updates to the Investment Committee and key stakeholders.
• Lead, mentor, and develop junior investment professionals, fostering a collaborative and results-driven team environment.
• Continuously assess market dynamics and macroeconomic trends to refine investment strategy and manage risk exposure.
• Coordinate seamlessly with legal, tax, and financial advisors to ensure efficient transaction execution and regulatory compliance.

Requirements:

• 7-10+ years of experience in private equity experience in Private Equity/Venture Capital.
• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Business, or a related field; MBA or other advanced degree preferred.
• Deep understanding of financial modeling, valuation techniques, and deal structuring.
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate across all levels of an organization.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with experience interfacing with C-level executives and investors.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.