Analyst, M&A and Strategy

About Ridgepost Capital

Ridgepost Capital (NYSE: RPC) is a prominent private markets solutions firm managing assets exceeding $45 billion as of March 31, 2026. The company invests in Private Equity, Private Credit, and Venture Capital, with a focus on middle and lower-middle market niche strategies. Their offerings attract a global investor base, aiming to deliver strong risk-adjusted returns.

Role Overview

The Analyst, M&A and Strategy plays a crucial role in supporting the assessment and implementation of inorganic growth efforts, including acquisitions, strategic partnerships, and other key initiatives. Reporting directly to the Director, M&A and Strategy, this role collaborates extensively with senior leadership and offers valuable exposure to board-level decisions and major strategic projects within an expanding alternative asset management firm. It is ideal for proactive banking analysts looking to transition into a long-term strategic role within the alternatives space.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain sophisticated financial models concerning acquisition targets and internal business forecasts.
• Evaluate transaction frameworks, factors influencing valuation, earnouts, and financing aspects.
• Conduct detailed transaction financial assessments including accretion/dilution analysis, IRR calculations, and comparable market benchmarking.
• Support due diligence by integrating financial, operational, and market insights into practical recommendations.
• Assist in evaluating and executing mergers, acquisitions, and strategic partnerships.
• Prepare materials for deal committees and board presentations for upcoming transactions.
• Coordinate efforts between internal teams and external consultants.
• Participate in post-announcement integration management, overseeing project streams across critical functions.
• Perform peer analysis and valuation studies on other public asset management firms.
• Analyze trading multiples, precedent transactions, and relevant market data points.
• Monitor competitor disclosures, earnings reports, and investor communications to support shareholder strategy and track private market activity.
• Maintain an internal CRM system tracking M&A pipeline and target opportunities.
• Prepare detailed, executive-level presentations that distill complex data and insights clearly and rigorously.
• Undertake additional assignments or special projects as required.

Qualifications and Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, or a relevant discipline.
• 2 to 3 years of experience in investment banking (preferably in Financial Institutions Group, Asset Management, M&A, Leveraged Finance) or Corporate Development, especially within financial institutions.
• Proven interest in alternative asset management and private markets.
• Strong proficiency in financial modeling and valuation techniques.
• Advanced abilities in Excel and PowerPoint.
• Experience using financial data platforms like CapitalIQ and PitchBook.
• Solid comprehension of financial statements and accounting principles.
• Remarkable attention to detail, capable of producing top-tier investor-grade documentation.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with confidence engaging senior executives.
• Capability to juggle multiple deadlines in a fast-paced, evolving environment.
• Flexibility to work extended hours when necessary.
• Willingness and ability to travel approximately 10-15% of the time.

Additional Information

The described duties are not exhaustive; additional responsibilities may be assigned as business needs evolve, and the role’s scope may adjust accordingly.