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Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. The Vice President of Private Equity will play a key leadership role across the full investment lifecycle—from sourcing and executing transactions to portfolio management and value creation. This individual will work closely with senior leadership, junior team members, and portfolio company executives to drive performance across a portfolio of high-potential businesses. The VP will lead end-to-end deal execution and take ownership of assigned portfolio companies, providing strategic guidance and operational support to their management teams. Key Responsibilities: Investment Execution Lead full transaction lifecycle, including sourcing, due diligence, financial modeling, LOI, legal documentation, debt financing, closing, and post-close monitoring. Build and manage complex LBO/LBI models and capital structures. Lead internal deal teams and coordinate with legal, accounting, and external advisors. Prepare and present investment committee materials and recommendations. Collaborate with internal teams to drive strategic growth and value across the portfolio, serving as a strategic partner to company management teams. Oversee value creation initiatives, operational improvements, and performance monitoring, including KPIs, financials, and reporting. Team Leadership & Strategy Mentor and develop junior investment professionals, including Associates and Analysts. Contribute to firm-wide strategy, portfolio construction, and the refinement of internal investment processes. Foster a culture of excellence, collaboration, and impact-driven execution. Deal Sourcing & Origination Drive initial screening, relationship-building, and pre-LOI due diligence. Develop and maintain strong relationships with intermediaries, executives, advisors, and key industry contacts. Identify and evaluate new investment opportunities aligned with the firm’s investment thesis and impact mandate. Support exit strategy planning, including recapitalizations and strategic sales. Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree required; MBA, CFA, or other relevant graduate degree preferred. 5+ years of experience in private equity, investment banking, or strategic advisory. Proven track record of sourcing and closing transactions, ideally in lower-middle-market or founder-led businesses. Advanced financial modeling skills, particularly in LBO and capital structure analysis, as well as proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, etc.). Familiarity with purchase agreements, deal structuring, legal negotiations, and the debt financing process. Deep understanding of transaction execution with a focus on operational diligence. Experience supporting or driving operational improvements within portfolio companies is highly preferred. Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to build credibility across stakeholders. Highly self-aware, collaborative, and relationship-oriented, with a long-term approach to value creation. Proactively seeks feedback and acts with minimal coaching. Demonstrated commitment to the firm’s impact mission. Seniority level Seniority level Mid-Senior level Employment type Employment type Full-time Job function Job function Finance, Research, and Business Development Industries Venture Capital and Private Equity Principals Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Chesapeake Search Partners by 2x Inferred from the description for this job Medical insurance Vision insurance 401(k) Get notified about new Vice President Equity jobs in Bethesda, MD . Washington DC-Baltimore Area 18 hours ago Largo, MD $84,669.00-$121,017.00 1 month ago Vice President, Investment Banking - Professional Services Managing Director, Global Economy & Development Washington, DC $190,000.00-$200,000.00 4 hours ago VP-Exec Director MedStar Family Choice DC Washington, DC $151,000.00-$170,000.00 5 months ago Washington DC-Baltimore Area $175,000.00-$200,000.00 3 days ago Washington, DC $200,000.00-$225,000.00 1 week ago District of Columbia, United States $200,000.00-$250,000.00 1 day ago District of Columbia, United States $200,000.00-$250,000.00 2 days ago Regional Director | Sales + Marketing | West Coast | Modus by PM Hotel Group Chevy Chase, MD $125,000.00-$175,000.00 2 weeks ago CLOUD CAPITAL - Senior Finance Associate Washington, DC $210,000.00-$220,000.00 6 days ago Washington, DC $93,771.00-$100,000.00 2 weeks ago Columbia, MD $100,000.00-$120,000.00 5 days ago Advancement Senior Manager (Major Gifts Officer) Washington DC-Baltimore Area $110,000.00-$112,200.00 1 week ago Washington, DC $85,000.00-$100,000.00 1 week ago Postdoctoral Fellow in Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI. #J-18808-Ljbffr Chesapeake Search Partners

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