Interview with portfolio mgmt side of PE. What are some key skills/experiences the firm may be looking for?

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As a generalist PE Ops person? Or in some functional area. Bright, driven, experience, fit, culture, ability to mobilize for change

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Industry-specific so definitely highlighting that expertise

Curios how you find the opportunity. Really interesting in doing the same (specifically for consumer) but never see postings

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