soul equity solutionsChicago, IL
Private Equity Associate
Private Equity Associate
Private Equity Associate
soul equity solutionsChicago, IL
3 days ago
Portfolio Management and Investment AdviceMiscellaneous Financial Investment ActivitiesInvestment Banking and Securities Intermediation
Apply for this role (opens in a new tab)The Associate will join a middle-market private equity firm with offices in Chicago and the Washington D.C. metro area. Our client focuses on distribution, logistics, or industrial and business services sectors. This is an exciting opportunity to join a well-established, highly regarded firm which prides itself on its collaborative, dynamic culture and close partnerships with founder-owned businesses.
Key Responsibilities:
The Associate will support senior investment professionals in investment sourcing, due diligence, and portfolio management functions of the firm. Specific responsibilities include:
Financial analysis - Create financial models to analyze cash flows, investment returns, and enterprise values for new investment opportunities and existing portfolio companies
Investment approval materials - Prepare memos and other approval materials for the Investment Committee
Industry research - Conduct research on market size, growth prospects, demand drivers, key competitors, etc.
Third-party diligence - Facilitate diligence activities with third-party partners (e.g., senior lenders, accountants, attorneys, IT consultants, strategy consultants)
Portfolio management - Assist with ongoing monitoring and ad hoc strategic projects for portfolio companies.
Professional Experience & Qualifications Minimum of 2 years of experience in investment banking or private equity, with lower middle-market experience a plus.
Personal Characteristics Ability to multi-task in a dynamic environment, work independently, prioritize work effectively, and meet stringent deadlines while maintaining high quality of work standards.
Team player
Strong analytical and communication (verbal and written) skills
High attention to detail
Education An undergraduate degree is required.
About Soul Equity Solutions Soul Equity Solutions is a NYC based boutique executive search firm, exclusively recruiting for Private Equity Middle Market firms. We conduct searches at all seniority levels throughout the US for both investor roles and non-investing roles (including Business Development, Investor Relations). We are well known for our highly boutique, specialized service. Our clients and candidates rely on our personal approach, strong connections, and supportive process to meet their objectives.
This firm is an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.
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Level
Senior
Location
Chicago, IL
Occupation
Financial and Investment Analysts
Industry
Portfolio Management and Investment Advice
Posted
3 days ago