Overview
Software Growth Partners (SGP) is a private equity firm based in the US focused on lower middle market software and software-enabled services companies. SGP has an industry leading track record of growing software businesses, enabled by deep sales & marketing expertise, operational best practices, and capital to fund strategic initiatives.
Job Description:
SGP is seeking a highly motivated individual to join our high-performing and growing team as an Associate. This role involves not only playing a crucial role in SGP’s investment activities but also supporting the growth and success of its existing and future portfolio companies. This position offers an exciting opportunity to work in a dynamic and fast paced environment as well as to build expertise in investing and portfolio operations, collaborating with talented professionals in the private equity and software industries.
Responsibilities:
1. Industry and Market Research:
– Stay abreast of industry trends, market dynamics, and competitive landscapes in the software industry.
– Conduct research on emerging technologies, potential investment targets, and industry best practices.
– Provide insights and recommendations to the investment team based on market intelligence.
2. Investment Analysis and Due Diligence:
– Conduct comprehensive financial analysis, market research, and due diligence on potential investment opportunities.
– Develop financial models and perform valuation assessments to support investment decision-making.
– Prepare investment memos, investment committee presentations, and other relevant documentation.
3. Portfolio Management and Value Creation:
– Actively participate in the management and oversight of portfolio companies.
– Collaborate with portfolio company management teams to identify growth opportunities, operational improvements, and cost-saving initiatives.
– Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and financial metrics to assess portfolio company performance.
– Assist in developing and implementing value creation strategies for portfolio companies, including organic growth initiatives and potential add-on acquisitions.
– Prepare and analyse monthly and annual financial statements of portfolio companies.
– Develop and manage budgets, forecasts, and financial plans.
Qualifications
– Top-tier MBA with 2+ years of post-MBA experience in either management consulting, investment banking, private equity, or finance and strategy roles at high growth start-ups.
– Strong financial modelling and valuation skills, including proficiency in Excel and other relevant financial analysis software.
– Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a keen attention to detail.
– Effective written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex information in a clear and concise manner.
– Demonstrated ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks in a fast paced environment.
– Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build relationships with portfolio company management teams and other stakeholders.