Associate

About Us:

Barry-Wehmiller is a diversified global supplier of engineering consulting and manufacturing technology for the packaging, corrugating, sheeting and paper-converting industries. By blending people-centric leadership with disciplined operational strategies and purpose-driven growth, Barry-Wehmiller has become a $3 billion organization with nearly 12,000 team members united by a common belief: to use the power of business to build a better world.

Job Description:

BW Forsyth Partners is a private investment firm with a long-term investment horizon and evergreen capital base. Forsyth’s investment strategy focuses building great businesses through people and utilizes a combination of programmatic M&A, strategy deployment, and a people-centric approach to culture. Forsyth is based in St. Louis and was founded on the premise of combining the best aspects of private equity and long-term ownership. Since 2010, Forsyth has completed 40+ acquisitions across 4 different platforms resulting in a multi-billion investment portfolio. Forsyth possesses a single source of evergreen capital through the Barry-Wehmiller Group, a global provider of services and equipment to a diverse set of end markets. For more information, visit bwforsyth.com.

Position Description:

Forsyth is looking for a full-time Associate, based in St. Louis, MO, for an immediate to summer 2024 start. This individual will be responsible for all aspects of the deal process from identification and evaluation of potential investment opportunities, financial analysis, due-diligence, deal structuring and post-investment portfolio management.

Primary Responsibilities:

• The Associate will be a critical member of the Forsyth team and will support other members across a variety of tasks related to deal analysis and execution 

• Provide initial investment review and screening of prospective investment opportunities for the firm as well as tracking of the firm’s investment pipeline 

• Financial modeling to support potential transaction opportunities 

• Assist in preparation and presentation of investment recommendations to the firm’s Investment Committee 

• Assist in monitoring of active portfolio companies  

• Assist in the development, execution and maintenance of strategic business plans 

• Work with senior management to enhance the value of portfolio companies

• Maintain internal databases of companies and relationships

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree with strong academic performance

• Minimum of 2 years of investment banking or private equity experience 

• High proficiency with financial modeling and Excel 

• Superior analytical, organizational, and written and verbal communication skills

At Barry-Wehmiller we recognize that people come with a wealth of experience and talent beyond just the technical requirements of a job.  If your experience is close to what you see listed here, please still consider applying.  We know that our differences often can bring about innovation, excellence and meaningful work—therefore, people from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply to our positions.  Please let us know if you require reasonable accommodations during the interview process. ​

Barry-Wehmiller is an equal opportunity employer. M/F/D/V This organization uses E-Verify.Applicants may be subject to pre-employment screening which may include drug screening, reference checks, employment verifications, background screening and/or skills assessments.

Company:

BW Forsyth Partners