Analyst, Business Development

Analyst, Business Development (February 2026)

K1 is seeking a Private Equity Business Development Analyst to join our expanding team in Manhattan Beach, CA. At the front lines of our success, Analysts identify and build relationships with executives at exceptional companies that are identified as investment candidates for the fund. Analysts develop an expansive knowledge of a variety of businesses and business models, as well as an intricate understanding of business fundamentals.

Candidates are expected to have stellar written and verbal communication skills and a strong record of leadership accomplishments. We encourage applicants of all majors to apply. Most importantly, the right candidate will fit the values of K1 – Passion, Persistence, Humility, and Excellence.

Key Responsibilities:

• Identifying new flagship investments in B2B software by prospecting and driving relationships with executives across numerous vertical and horizontal technologies;
• Managing and driving strategic M&A opportunities for existing portfolio companies;
• Developing and executing on investment theses within enterprise software;
• Conducting proprietary market research within enterprise software;
• Expanding K1's relationship network with key industry contacts;
• Performing other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

• Demonstrated leadership ability;
• Initiative, professional ambition, team orientation;
• Creativity and entrepreneurial spirit;
• Excellent analytical and communications capabilities, organizational discipline, attention to detail;
• Strong work ethic and interest in learning about private equity and the enterprise software industry;
• Ability to build trust and support with senior executives as the face of K1;
• Bachelor's degree - first generation college students are encouraged to apply.

Benefits:

• Company and teamwide outings;
• Volunteer opportunities and intramural K1 sports teams;
• Electric vehicle stipend.

About K1:
K1 is one of the largest investors in small-cap enterprise software companies, with over $20 billion AUM.
Headquartered in Manhattan Beach, California, the firm partners with innovative management teams to build category leaders that deploy AI-powered, mission-critical systems of record for enterprise clients globally.

Through its affiliate, K1 Operations LLC, the firm supports portfolio companies in accelerating growth – both organically and inorganically – by focusing on leadership development, technological innovation, and operational excellence.

Dedicated to transforming industries, K1 has collaborated with over 250 enterprise software companies since inception.

K1 Investment Management, LLC reasonably expects to pay $85,000 plus a competitive bonus structure for the position of Business Development Analyst.

K1 is an equal opportunities employer.