Fractional Private Equity Specialist
This is a remote position.
Based in the United States
About Us:
destinationone Consulting is transforming the recruitment, executive search industry by innovating in a space that has remained unchanged for decades. As a consulting firm, we specialize in recruitment, executive search, and HR consulting, serving 8 impactful sectors across North America. Our mission is to redefine how organizations attract and retain talent while driving measurable value in impact sector industries like CleanTech , Education & EdTech , Health & Med Tech , Government , Legal , Non-Profits , Healthcare & Wellness and Public Accounting . As we continue our ambitious growth journey, we are seeking a Private Equity Specialist to play a pivotal role in driving capital raising and ensuring the financial foundation for our expansion. This is an extraordinary opportunity to join a visionary startup and be instrumental in scaling its impact across North America.
Position Overview:
The Private Equity Specialist will be responsible for securing investment capital to fuel destinationone’s growth and expansion plans. This individual will lead the end-to-end fundraising process, from identifying potential investors to structuring deals and finalizing agreements. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in private equity, venture capital, or investment banking and will possess the strategic mindset and entrepreneurial drive to thrive in a fast-paced, high-growth startup environment.
Key Responsibilities:
Capital Raising and Investor Relations
- Develop and execute strategies to secure private equity funding aligned with destinationone’s business objectives.
- Identify, engage, and build relationships with angel investors, venture capital firms, family offices, and financial institutions.
- Organize and lead investor meetings, pitch sessions, and networking opportunities to present the company’s value proposition.
Deal Structuring and Negotiation
- Structure and negotiate investment deals, including equity, debt, or convertible instruments, to achieve mutually beneficial outcomes.
- Collaborate with the founder and legal team to draft and finalize agreements.
Strategic Financial Planning
- Collaborate with leadership to create financial models and assess investment opportunities.
- Provide insights into market trends, valuations, and risk management to inform investment strategies.
Document Review and Alignment
- Prepare, review, and align investor-facing materials such as pitch decks, financial reports, and business plans to ensure they resonate with potential investors.
- Oversee due diligence processes to address investor inquiries and validate company information.
Investor Reporting and Compliance
- Maintain clear and transparent communication with current and prospective investors.
- Prepare investor reports, updates, and performance metrics to build trust and confidence.
- Ensure compliance with all legal, regulatory, and reporting requirements.
Collaboration and Organizational Alignment
- Work closely with finance, legal, and operations teams to align private equity strategies with broader company goals.
- Support the founder in preparing for and navigating critical investment negotiations.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business Administration, or a related field (advanced degree preferred).
- Proven experience (3+ years) in private equity, venture capital, or investment banking, with a strong track record in capital raising.
- Expertise in financial modeling, valuation techniques, and capital markets.
- Exceptional communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
- Strong understanding of investor relations, compliance, and due diligence processes.
- Experience working with startups or in high-growth environments is highly desirable.
- Entrepreneurial mindset with a hands-on approach to problem-solving.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, ambiguous, and evolving environment.
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