Private Equity Business Analyst

Choate, Hall & Stewart LLP is a premier law firm serving clients across strategic practice areas, including private equity and corporate transactions. The Private Equity Business Analyst will support attorneys throughout private equity, M&A, and growth equity transactions while contributing to due diligence, transaction management, knowledge management, workflow improvement, and AI-enabled technology innovation.

What you'll do:

• Support private equity transactions throughout the transaction lifecycle, from diligence through signing and closing
• Support special projects related to process improvement, knowledge sharing, and technology innovation within the Private Equity Group
• Assist in organizing, coordinating, and tracking legal due diligence reviews
• Prepare transaction summaries, status reports, diligence findings, and closing materials
• Manage transaction workflows, timelines, and deal-related information across multiple active matters
• Leverage AI and data-driven tools to analyze documents, identify risks, generate transaction summaries, and improve the speed and quality of legal work product
• Collaborate with attorneys and technology professionals to design and deploy AI-enabled workflows and automation initiatives
• Develop, organize, and maintain knowledge management resources
• Assist with evaluating emerging technologies, data resources, and operational approaches that support transaction execution and client service
• Capture insights and lessons learned from transactions to improve future deal execution

What they're looking for:

• Bachelor's degree required, with a demonstrated record of academic achievement
• Open to candidates with 0-3 years of experience, including relevant internship experience
• Experience through academic, leadership, internship, or professional roles in finance, consulting, business analysis, legal services, technology, or data analytics
• Excellent analytical, written, verbal, and organizational skills
• Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality work
• Strong interest in private equity, M&A, corporate transactions, business strategy, and legal services
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced, team-oriented professional environment
• Intellectual curiosity, initiative, and eagerness to learn how businesses, transactions, and professional service organizations operate
• Enthusiasm for learning and leveraging technology, data analytics, automation, and AI-enabled tools
• Proficiency with Excel, PowerPoint, and business productivity tools
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build productive relationships
• Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for sponsorship by the Firm, either now or in the future

Benefits:

• Comprehensive health and well-being benefits
• Personal and professional development
• Career growth opportunities
• A collegial and supportive culture
• Eligible for a discretionary bonus based on performance