ridgepost capitalGlens Falls, NY
Analyst, M&A and Strategy
$130,000 - $170,000 per year
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Analyst, M&A and Strategy
ridgepost capitalGlens Falls, NY
yesterday
$130,000 - $170,000 per year
Portfolio Management and Investment AdviceMiscellaneous Financial Investment ActivitiesInvestment Banking and Securities Intermediation
Apply for this role (opens in a new tab)Ridgepost Capital (NYSE: RPC) is a leading private markets solutions provider with over $45 billion in assets under management as of March 31, 2026. Ridgepost Capital (“RPC”) invests across Private Equity, Private Credit, and Venture Capital in access-constrained strategies, with a focus on the middle and lower-middle market. Ridgepost Capital’s products have a global investor base and aim to deliver compelling risk-adjusted returns. For additional information, please visit
Job Description
The
Analyst, M&A and Strategy:
will support the evaluation and execution of inorganic growth strategies and opportunities, including acquisitions, strategic partnerships, and other strategic initiatives. Will report directly to the Director, M&A and Strategy and have a high-level of interaction with senior leadership across the firm. This role provides exposure to senior leadership, board-level decision-making, and key complex strategic initiatives at a growing alternative asset management platform. It is well-suited for a high-performing banking analyst seeking a long-term, corporate strategic role within the alternatives industry.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Financial Modeling & Analysis
- Build and maintain complex financial models related to acquisition targets and internal business planning
- Analyze transaction structures, valuation drivers, earnouts, and financing considerations
Produce transaction financial and valuation analyses including accretion / dilution, IRR, public and private market comparables, etc.
Support due diligence by synthesizing financial, operational, and market data into actionable insights
M&A and Strategic Support
Support evaluation and execution of M&A transactions and strategic partnerships
Prepare deal committee and board materials for potential transactions
Coordinate with internal stakeholders and external advisors
Assist in integration efforts post-announcement including the project management of integration work streams across key functional areas
Valuation & Market Analysis
Perform peer valuation and comp. set analysis across other public asset managers
Analyze trading multiples, precedent transactions, and other market data points
Track peer disclosures, earnings, and investor day materials to inform public shareholder strategy, as well as other private market transactions in the asset management space
Maintain an internal CRM of the M&A pipeline and target lists
Presentation & Materials Development
Draft high-quality presentations for senior management and board meetings that clearly articulate complex topics, analysis and conclusions ensuring materials are analytically rigorous and executive-ready
Any additional responsibilities or special projects as assigned.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, or related field. 2-3 years of experience in: Investment banking (Financial Institutions Group, Asset Management, M&A, Leveraged Finance or similar) and/or Corporate Development (financial institution preferred)
- Demonstrated interest in alternative asset management and private markets
- Demonstrated expertise in financial modeling and valuation
- Advanced Excel and PowerPoint skills
- Familiarity with financial databases (e.g., CapitalIQ, PitchBook, etc.)
- Strong understanding of financial statements and accounting concepts
- Exceptional attention to detail and ability to produce investor‑grade materials.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills; comfort working with senior leadership.
- Ability to manage multiple deadlines and work in a fast‑paced, dynamic environment.
- Willingness to work extended hours.
- Ability to travel (approx. 10-15%).
- Expected annual salary range: $130,000-170,000
- The duties and responsibilities described above are not comprehensive and additional tasks will be assigned. The scope of the job may change as necessitated by business demands.
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Senior
Salary
$130,000 - $170,000 per year
Location
Glens Falls, NY
Occupation
Financial and Investment Analysts
Industry
Portfolio Management and Investment Advice
Posted
yesterday