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# VP, Sourcing & Vetting with a Private Equity Group – New York, NY


Role Overview for VP, Sourcing & Vetting with a Private Equity Group – New York, NY
JRG Partners is proud to exclusively represent a premier, growth-oriented middle-market private equity firm in their search for a Vice President of Sourcing & Vetting. Based in their flagship New York City office, this is a pivotal role for an ambitious and networked professional to become the engine of the firm’s deal flow and a key contributor to its continued success. Our client has a distinguished track record of partnering with management teams to build exceptional companies, boasting over $5 billion in assets under management and a focus on control investments in the Technology, Healthcare, and Business Services sectors.
This is not a traditional, back-office analyst role. The VP, Sourcing & Vetting will be a front-line leader, responsible for the entire top-of-funnel investment process. You will be tasked with originating, identifying, and qualifying proprietary investment opportunities that align with the firm’s strategic thesis. The ideal candidate is a natural connector, a strategic thinker, and a tenacious professional who thrives on building relationships and uncovering hidden value. You will be the face of the firm to intermediaries, business owners, and industry executives, requiring exceptional communication skills and a deep understanding of the M&A landscape.
Success in this role requires a unique blend of business development acumen, financial savvy, and strategic insight. You will work in close collaboration with the firm’s partners and investment professionals, playing a critical role in shaping investment strategy and driving growth. This position offers a direct path to partnership for high performers and provides an unparalleled opportunity to build a personal brand within the competitive world of private equity. If you are a self-starter with a proven track record of sourcing and evaluating deals, we invite you to apply for this career-defining opportunity.

Key Responsibilities of VP, Sourcing & Vetting with a Private Equity Group – New York, NY
The Vice President of Sourcing & Vetting will be responsible for a wide range of activities focused on generating a robust pipeline of high-quality investment opportunities. This includes, but is not limited to, the following:
Deal Origination and Strategy
Develop and execute comprehensive, proactive and proprietary deal sourcing strategies. This involves identifying target sectors and sub-sectors, mapping out potential acquisition targets, and establishing a systematic outreach program.
Network Development and Management
Build, cultivate, and maintain a deep network of relationships with key deal sources, including investment bankers, M&A advisors, business brokers, attorneys, accountants, and industry consultants. Attend industry conferences and networking events to represent the firm and generate leads.
Direct Sourcing
Proactively contact and build relationships with founders and owners of privately held businesses. Articulate the firm’s value proposition and differentiate its approach from competitors to uncover off-market opportunities.
Initial Screening and Vetting
Serve as the first point of contact for inbound deal flow. Conduct rigorous initial screening of all potential investment opportunities against the firm’s established criteria, including size, industry, financial profile, and strategic fit.
Preliminary Due Diligence
Lead the preliminary due diligence process for qualified opportunities. This includes analyzing financial statements, evaluating market positioning and competitive dynamics, assessing the strength of the management team, and identifying key risks and opportunities.
Financial Analysis and Modeling
Oversee and review initial financial models, including leveraged buyout (LBO) and discounted cash flow (DCF) analyses, to determine the viability of potential investments. Prepare preliminary valuation assessments.
Investment Thesis Development
Work alongside the deal team to formulate a compelling investment thesis for each promising opportunity. This involves synthesizing market research, competitive analysis, and due diligence findings into a clear and concise narrative.
Presentation and Reporting
Prepare and present comprehensive investment memorandums and opportunity summaries to the firm’s Investment Committee. Clearly articulate the rationale for pursuing a transaction and provide well-supported recommendations.
Pipeline Management
Manage the firm’s deal pipeline using CRM software (e.g., DealCloud). Provide regular, detailed reporting to the partnership on sourcing activities, pipeline status, and market trends.

Requirements for the VP, Sourcing & Vetting with a Private Equity Group – New York, NY
The successful candidate will be a highly motivated professional with a demonstrated history of success in a sourcing-focused role within the financial industry. We are seeking an individual with the following qualifications:
Professional Experience
A minimum of 8-12 years of relevant experience in private equity, investment banking (M&A), corporate development, or transaction advisory services. Crucially, candidates must have a proven and quantifiable track record of successfully sourcing and originating investment opportunities.
Educational Background
An undergraduate degree in Finance, Economics, Business Administration, or a related field is required. An MBA from a top-tier business school or a CFA designation is highly preferred.
Technical Skills
Strong financial and analytical skills are essential. This includes proficiency in financial modeling, valuation methodologies, and interpreting complex financial data. Expertise with Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint is mandatory. Experience with CRM platforms like Deal Cloud or Salesforce is a significant plus.
Networking Prowess
A pre-existing and robust network of contacts within the investment banking and M&A advisory community is strongly desired. The ability to build rapport and establish trust with senior executives and business owners is paramount.
Communication Skills
Exceptional written, verbal, and presentation skills. The candidate must be able to articulate complex ideas clearly and persuasively to both internal and external stakeholders.
Entrepreneurial Mindset
A high-energy, self-starter mentality with a relentless drive to succeed. The role requires a high degree of autonomy and the ability to operate effectively with minimal supervision.
Strategic Thinking
The ability to think critically and strategically, to see beyond the numbers to identify the underlying drivers of business value and risk.
Project Management
Outstanding organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and competing priorities in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
Location
Must be based in or willing to relocate to the New York, NY metropolitan area.

Benefits & Perks Offered
Our client is committed to attracting and retaining top talent and offers a highly competitive compensation and benefits package designed to reward performance and support employee well-being. The package includes:
Competitive Compensation
A highly competitive base salary and a performance-based annual bonus structure that reflects both individual and firm success.
Carried Interest
A significant opportunity for long-term wealth creation through participation in the firm’s carried interest plan.
Comprehensive Health Coverage
Premium medical, dental, and vision insurance plans for employees and their families with low employee contributions.
Retirement Savings
A 401(k) retirement plan with a generous company match to help you plan for your future.
Generous Paid Time Off
A flexible and generous paid time off (PTO) policy, including vacation, sick leave, and firm holidays, to promote work-life balance.
Parental Leave
A comprehensive paid parental leave policy for all new parents.
Professional Development
A strong commitment to your career growth with a budget for continuing education, industry conferences, and professional certifications.
Modern Workspace
A state-of-the-art office located in a prime Manhattan location, designed for collaboration and productivity.
Wellness Programs
A variety of wellness initiatives, including gym membership reimbursement and access to mental health resources.

How to Apply
JRG Partners is the exclusive recruitment partner for this search. All applications will be handled with the utmost confidentiality. To be considered for this exclusive opportunity, please submit your resume and a detailed cover letter outlining your deal sourcing experience and why you are the ideal candidate for this role. We look forward to reviewing your application.
For more information about JRG Partners’ expertise and other opportunities within this sector, we invite you to visit our Private Equity practice area page.