Join Bloom Equity Partners as a Business Development Associate and play a pivotal role in expanding our portfolio of high-potential investments. This position is crucial for fueling our firm's growth by sourcing new opportunities and forging strategic relationships that deliver exceptional value to our investors and portfolio companies. Your contributions will directly impact our ability to identify and secure transformative deals in dynamic markets. In this role, you will prospect and qualify leads through targeted outreach, including cold calling, email campaigns, and networking events to build a robust pipeline of potential investments. Daily tasks involve researching market trends, analyzing company data, and preparing pitch materials for senior partners. Weekly, you will collaborate with the investment team to refine strategies, schedule client meetings, and track progress against KPIs such as lead conversion rates and revenue targets. Monthly responsibilities include generating detailed reports on business development activities, participating in deal sourcing workshops, and supporting due diligence processes by gathering competitive intelligence. You will work closely with analysts, partners, and external stakeholders to nurture relationships, negotiate preliminary terms, and contribute to closing high-value transactions, ensuring alignment with our firm's investment thesis. Ideal candidates hold a Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Economics, or a related field, with 1-3 years of experience in business development, sales, or investment banking. Proficiency in CRM tools like Salesforce, financial modeling in Excel, and market research platforms such as PitchBook or Crunchbase is essential. Familiarity with private equity, venture capital, or real estate investment sectors is highly preferred, along with any relevant certifications like CFA Level 1 or Series 7. Success demands strong analytical skills for evaluating opportunities, exceptional communication for pitching ideas and negotiating deals, and a proactive mindset to thrive in a fast-paced environment. You should excel in relationship-building, demonstrate resilience in handling rejections, and possess a results-oriented approach with keen attention to detail. Technical proficiency in data visualization tools like Tableau and a solid understanding of financial metrics will set you apart. Bloom Equity Partners is a premier investment firm based in New York, NY, dedicated to fostering innovation and sustainable growth across technology, real estate, and consumer sectors. Our mission is to empower visionary entrepreneurs with capital and expertise. We pride ourselves on a collaborative culture that values transparency, diversity, and work-life balance, with a tight-knit team of seasoned professionals in a modern office setting. We offer competitive compensation commensurate with experience, though specific salary details are not specified at this time. Comprehensive benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) matching, generous PTO, and professional development stipends. Additional perks feature performance bonuses, equity participation opportunities, flexible hybrid work arrangements, and wellness programs to support your holistic growth. Advance your career with clear paths to senior associate and partner roles through mentorship and hands-on deal experience. We invest in your development via training programs and industry conferences. To apply, submit your resume and cover letter via our careers page for prompt consideration.