Business Development Analyst

Company: Specialty1 Partners
Location: Houston
Posted on: April 2, 2026

Job Description:

Role Overview The Business Development Analyst is an execution-focused role that supports Specialty1’s inorganic growth strategy through financial analysis, data gathering, and transaction support across specialty dental practice acquisitions and partnerships. This individual assists in evaluating prospective opportunities by preparing financial analyses, supporting due diligence efforts, and contributing to the development of materials used by senior leadership to assess strategic and economic viability. Working closely with Business Development, Finance, Legal, and Operations, the Analyst supports the progression of transactions from initial review through closing and integration. This role does not own underwriting strategy or final investment decisions but instead provides analytical support and insight to enable informed decision-making by senior leadership. Key Responsibilities Assist in the evaluation of prospective investment and partnership opportunities through review of offering materials, industry research, financial statement analysis, and detailed financial modeling. Support the development of investment memoranda, build and maintain financial models, and provide pipeline updates for senior leadership and investment committee review. Support the formal investment approval process by preparing materials and assisting in the presentation of transactions to key stakeholders, under the direction of senior leadership. Coordinate and communicate with brokers, business owners, third-party diligence providers, and external advisors throughout the underwriting and due diligence process. Assist in the drafting and review of transaction documentation, including Letters of Intent (LOIs) and Indications of Interest (IOIs). Support ongoing monitoring of partnerships and investments through financial performance tracking, diligence follow-ups, and communication of insights to the Business Development team. Assist in the qualification and initial evaluation of prospective partnership opportunities through screenings, practice-level assessments, and alignment with organizational growth objectives. Develop and maintain financial KPI dashboards and analytical reporting to track performance trends across prospective and existing partner practices. Partner cross-functionally with internal stakeholders to gather operational, financial, and clinical insights that support underwriting assumptions and analyses prepared for senior leadership. Track deal milestones, timelines, and deliverables to support efficient progression from initial evaluation through closing; escalate risks or delays to senior leadership as appropriate. Assist with post-transaction performance monitoring by analyzing actual results versus underwriting assumptions and identifying variances for leadership review. Compile and present pipeline analytics, acquisition metrics, and performance insights to support leadership reporting. Conduct ad hoc financial, operational, and analytical work in support of broader business development initiatives, as directed. Support the refinement of financial models, diligence frameworks, and evaluation processes to enhance underwriting consistency and scalability, in alignment with leadership direction. Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business, Mathematics, or a related field required. 1 to 3 years of relevant experience in Transaction Advisory Services (TAS), Financial Due Diligence, Corporate Finance, Corporate Banking, or related financial services experience. Strong technical proficiency in financial modeling, financial analysis, and due diligence, with advanced capabilities in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint. Foundational understanding of financial statements, valuation methodologies (including DCF, comparable company analysis, and precedent transactions), and investment analysis. Demonstrated ability to manage multiple workstreams simultaneously in a fast-paced, transaction-oriented environment, with strong attention to detail, analytical rigor, and the ability to adapt to shifting priorities and deadlines. Effective communicator with strong written and verbal skills, capable of preparing clear and concise analytical materials for senior leadership review. Collaborative, self-motivated professional with a high degree of initiative who thrives in a dynamic, team-oriented environment and is comfortable working under the direction of senior leadership. High level of professional judgment, discretion, and integrity in handling sensitive financial and transaction-related information. Expectations: The ideal candidate demonstrates strong attention to detail, intellectual curiosity, disciplined time management, and a proactive work ethic. This individual is expected to produce accurate, well-organized work, manage multiple priorities effectively, and maintain confidentiality while handling sensitive financial and transaction-related information. All work is performed under the direction of senior leadership and contributes to broader team objectives. 70% – Support financial modeling, preliminary valuation analysis, and quantitative workstreams for prospective dental practice acquisitions and affiliations. Assist in the preparation of investment materials, executive summaries, and analytical reports for senior leadership review. 20% – Maintain and update deal pipelines, databases, and CRM systems to track acquisition opportunities. Partner cross-functionally with finance, legal, operations, and integration teams to support transaction execution and coordination across the deal lifecycle. 10% – Conduct market research and competitive analysis to support identification of growth opportunities. Assist in evaluating practice performance and industry trends to inform materials and insights provided to senior leadership Benefits BCBS Medical & Dental insurance Options VSP Vision Coverage Complimentary Life Insurance Policy (employee only) Short-term & Long-Term Disability Pet Insurance Coverage 401(k) plan Up to 4% match on 401(k) contributions HSA / FSA Account Access Identity Theft Protection Legal Services Package Hospital/Accident/Critical Care Coverage Paid Time Off Diverse and Inclusive Work Environment Strong culture of honesty and teamwork About Us: Specialty1 Partners is a practice services organization committed to providing non-clinical, business support services to the nation's leading specialty dental practices. The company was founded in 2019 by four endodontists who wanted to provide unique and differentiated support to specialty dental practices. Originally focusing on support to endodontics practices (under the Endo1 brand), Specialty1 Partners quickly expanded its support to periodontics and oral surgery practices. Since its founding, Specialty1 Partners has grown rapidly to become one of the largest private owners of specialty dental practices in the US. Headquartered in Houston, TX, Specialty1 Partners is led by its founders and a management team that is focused on ongoing growth and delivery of best-in-class services across its network of practices. Specialty1 Partners currently has over 225 locations across 28 states. We believe in transparency through the talent acquisition process; we support our team members, past, future, and present, to make the best decision for themselves and their families. Starting off on the right foot with pay transparency is just one way that we are supporting this mission. Position Base Pay Range $75,000 - $95,000 USD Specialty1 Partners is the direct employer of non-clinical employees only. For clinical employees, the applicable practice entity listed above in the job posting is the employer. Specialty1 Partners generates job postings and offer letters to assist with human resources and payroll support provided to the applicable practice. Clinical employees include dental assistants and staff assisting with actual direct treatment of patients. Non-clinical employees include the office manager, front desk staff, marketing staff, and any other staff providing administrative duties. Specialty1 Partners and its affiliates are equal-opportunity employers who recognize the value of a diverse workforce. All suitably qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment based on objective criteria and without regard to the following (which is a non-exhaustive list): race, color, age, religion, gender, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or other characteristics in accordance with the relevant governing laws. 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