Salt Creek Capital
Private Equity Principal/Managing Director
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Private Equity Principal/Managing Director
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Salt Creek Capital
Founded in 2010, Salt Creek Capital is a lower middle market private equity firm with ~$250MM AUM and ~$100MM in committed and pledged capital. We acquire profitable, market-leading companies in buyout transactions typically valued between $3–$75 million. Backed by our principal capital, family offices, institutions, and HNWIs, our platform empowers experienced deal professionals to lead and close transactions with committed capital, in-house support, and proprietary sourcing tools.
The Opportunity
We're seeking a partner-level
Principal or Managing Director
(Prin/MD) to lead leveraged buyouts and serve as deal sponsor from origination through exit. This role includes:
Leading 1–3 acquisitions per year
Managing all deal phases: sourcing, diligence, structuring, closing, and exit
Serving on portfolio company boards and driving value creation
Building your own track record with upside via carried interest and co‑invest
You’ll act as an entrepreneurial partner, leveraging SCC's resources and infrastructure while operating with a high degree of autonomy.
Key Responsibilities
Source and evaluate acquisition targets using SCC's proprietary sourcing platform
Lead negotiation and deal structuring (including LOIs, debt, equity, and seller rollovers)
Present investments to SCC's IC and external capital partners
Lead post‑close value creation and serve on portfolio company boards
Support CEO recruitment and key management hires
Manage exits including sales, recaps, and other liquidity events
Maintain and grow relationships with intermediaries, lenders, and other referral sources
Qualifications
7+ years total experience, with a minimum of 3+ in lower middle market PE, search funds, or independent sponsor work
Demonstrated ability to originate, lead, and close buyout transactions
Strong financial modeling and accounting skills (3‑statement models, LBOs, returns analysis)
Strategic thinker with BOD‑level leadership experience and operational insight
Excellent communication and deal negotiation skills
Entrepreneurial mindset with ability to work independently and drive transactions
BA/BS required; MBA or other advanced degree a plus
Willingness to travel up to 15%
Compensation
Success‑based, with significant upside through equity participation. Compensation includes:
Share of carry/equity on each closed transaction
Closing fees and monthly management fees from acquired companies
Bonus incentives tied to performance
Option to co‑invest alongside SCC in other deals
Seniority level Director
Employment type Full‑time
Job function Finance, Business Development, and General Business
Industries Venture Capital and Private Equity Principals
Location: Austin, TX
Salary: $150,000.00-$200,000.00
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Private Equity Principal/Managing Director
role at
Salt Creek Capital
Founded in 2010, Salt Creek Capital is a lower middle market private equity firm with ~$250MM AUM and ~$100MM in committed and pledged capital. We acquire profitable, market-leading companies in buyout transactions typically valued between $3–$75 million. Backed by our principal capital, family offices, institutions, and HNWIs, our platform empowers experienced deal professionals to lead and close transactions with committed capital, in-house support, and proprietary sourcing tools.
The Opportunity
We're seeking a partner-level
Principal or Managing Director
(Prin/MD) to lead leveraged buyouts and serve as deal sponsor from origination through exit. This role includes:
Leading 1–3 acquisitions per year
Managing all deal phases: sourcing, diligence, structuring, closing, and exit
Serving on portfolio company boards and driving value creation
Building your own track record with upside via carried interest and co‑invest
You’ll act as an entrepreneurial partner, leveraging SCC's resources and infrastructure while operating with a high degree of autonomy.
Key Responsibilities
Source and evaluate acquisition targets using SCC's proprietary sourcing platform
Lead negotiation and deal structuring (including LOIs, debt, equity, and seller rollovers)
Present investments to SCC's IC and external capital partners
Lead post‑close value creation and serve on portfolio company boards
Support CEO recruitment and key management hires
Manage exits including sales, recaps, and other liquidity events
Maintain and grow relationships with intermediaries, lenders, and other referral sources
Qualifications
7+ years total experience, with a minimum of 3+ in lower middle market PE, search funds, or independent sponsor work
Demonstrated ability to originate, lead, and close buyout transactions
Strong financial modeling and accounting skills (3‑statement models, LBOs, returns analysis)
Strategic thinker with BOD‑level leadership experience and operational insight
Excellent communication and deal negotiation skills
Entrepreneurial mindset with ability to work independently and drive transactions
BA/BS required; MBA or other advanced degree a plus
Willingness to travel up to 15%
Compensation
Success‑based, with significant upside through equity participation. Compensation includes:
Share of carry/equity on each closed transaction
Closing fees and monthly management fees from acquired companies
Bonus incentives tied to performance
Option to co‑invest alongside SCC in other deals
Seniority level Director
Employment type Full‑time
Job function Finance, Business Development, and General Business
Industries Venture Capital and Private Equity Principals
Location: Austin, TX
Salary: $150,000.00-$200,000.00
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