Full-Time Search Fund VA / Analyst

Job Title: Full-Time Search Fund Analyst
Location: Remote
Salary: $750-$900/month depending on experience
Type: Full-Time Only
Website: https://www.sunset-legacy.com/

About Us:
Sunset Legacy Partners is a traditional search fund dedicated to identifying and acquiring a private company in niche sectors across North America. A search fund is a unique model similar to private equity in which we seek a singe private business to acquire and run. Our approach relies on proprietary sourcing and industry analysis. We are looking for a meticulous and driven Analyst to join our team. This role is essential in supporting our mission to identify and engage with owners of potential acquisition targets.

Job Description:
As an Analyst, your primary responsibility will be to conduct industry research and to build detailed lists of private companies within specific niche industries. You will use various databases and online research tools as well as conference lists to identify these companies. Additionally, you will need to visit each company’s website to assess it's quality and extract the following:

1. 1-3 word descriptions that describe the specific industry or space the company operates in (e.g., if it's a cybersecurity provider do they specialize in endpoint or SIEM, etc.) You must learn to understand and speak like a customer of the business.
2. 1-3 Bullet Points summarizing what is unique about the company or its products/services. Customized and personalized information we use in a critical way in our outreach.

This information will be essential for our evaluation and outreach efforts.

There is room to grow for the right, motivated candidate. This opportunity could be a great launching point for a career in finance, private equity, entrepreneurship or email marketing.

Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct thorough online research to identify companies within specified niche sectors.
- Create and maintain detailed lists of potential acquisition targets. Adding 100-1000 companies per week.
- Analyze company websites and write 1-3 word descriptions of their space as well as 1-3 custom bullet points about them.
-Conduct industry research by generating lists of experts and contacting them.
- Work closely with the team to enhance research methodologies and sourcing efficiency.

Requirements:
- Strong research skills, particularly with online databases and search engines.
-Close attention to detail and ability to produce lists of 100-1000 new companies per week.
- Ability to analyze and summarize information from company websites.
-Ability to write and summarize high level understandings of what companies do into short sentences.
-High attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
- Fluency in English, both written and verbal.
- Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and manage time effectively.
- Previous experience in a similar role or familiarity with search funds, private equity or cold email outreach is a plus.

How to Apply:
To apply, please submit your resume and a brief cover letter. In your cover letter, please include why you want to work with Sunset Legacy Partners as well as the year and type of company my grandfather founded. This will help us identify candidates who have carefully read the job description. Applications written with ChatGPT or other LLMs will not be considered. Please note we are only hiring full-time candidates.

Next Steps in the Hiring Process:
After selecting from initial submissions, qualified candidates will be invited to complete a 4-5 hour case study project. This project will closely resemble the work you will be doing if hired. It is designed to give you a sense of the role and allow us to assess your work style and fit for the position.

We look forward to reviewing your application!