Investment Analyst

Kirkland & Ellis; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Learning and development opportunities

Job summary

Kirkland & Ellis is seeking an Investment Analyst in Chicago to analyze opportunities and prepare memos for the Investment Committee. You will prepare subscription agreements and AML/KYC materials, while coordinating with a team to ensure accurate execution of investments.

The role emphasizes strong analytical skills, advanced Excel, and the ability to present clear recommendations to senior partners. Hybrid work and comprehensive benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance, with 5+ years of investment analysis experience.
• Strong analytical ability to evaluate opportunities and communicate recommendations.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Office applications.

Responsibilities

• Analyze investment opportunities and present recommendations to the Investment Committee.
• Prepare investment memos and summaries of offering materials.
• Prepare subscription agreements and AML/KYC packets.
• Document and analyze key investment decisions for the Committee.
• Present spending analysis and identify opportunities for allocation.
• Develop intuitive reports with developers to validate data.

Skills

Analytical mindset

Communication skills

Excel proficiency

Organizational skills

Relationship building

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Location: Chicago, IL, United States

About Kirkland & Ellis

At Kirkland & Ellis, we don’t just meet the standard for legal excellence — we set it. Our culture is built on teamwork, ingenuity and an unwavering commitment to continuous growth. We tackle the most sophisticated legal challenges with bold ideas and innovative solutions, powered by the exceptional experience and ambition of our 7,000+ people, including 4,000+ attorneys, across 24 offices worldwide. Our dedicated professionals share our lawyers’ commitment to excellence and show up each day to do meaningful work that helps drive global business, investment and innovation forward.

What You’ll Do

• Drive Investment Strategy: Analyze diverse investment opportunities with a focus on strategy, team, performance track records, and key terms, presenting actionable recommendations to the Investment Committee.
• Craft Impactful Communication: Create detailed investment memos and summaries of offering materials, ensuring clarity and strategic insight for internal partners.
• Lead Execution: Prepare and manage subscription agreements and AML/KYC packets, working alongside a dedicated team to coordinate seamless execution of investments.
• Support Decision-Making: Document and analyze key decisions, including investment sizes, liquidity/continuation vehicles, etc. to the Investment Committee.
• Optimize Investment Planning: Present commitment spending analysis to the Investment Committee and identify trends or opportunities for strategic allocation.
• Enhance Reporting: Partner with external and internal developers to validate data, test features, and create intuitive reports, driving efficiency and accuracy in our database.
• Engage in Ad-Hoc Projects: Tackle dynamic research and analysis challenges, providing innovative solutions that advance the group’s objectives.
• Collaborate with Experts: Work closely with senior leaders who value your insights and encourage your growth.
• Make an Impact: Your work will directly influence the success of our investment program.

As part of the role, you will prepare internal investment memorandums, present to an internal Investment Committee comprised of senior partners of the Firm to help guide the investment decision-making process, and ensure seamless execution of investments. We’re looking for a candidate who thrives in an intellectually stimulating environment and is seeking to make a meaningful impact.

What You’ll Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field—or equivalent experience that demonstrates your capability; 5+ years of investment analysis experience in financial services, private equity, consulting, or a similar field, with a proven ability to evaluate and manage complex opportunities and workflows.
• Analytical Expertise: Strong ability to evaluate complex investment opportunities, synthesize information, and communicate clear recommendations.
• Communication Skills: Proven experience creating high-quality written analyses, presentations, and investment-related materials for senior audiences.
• Technical Proficiency: Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel, Word, and other Microsoft Office applications.
• Organization & Execution: Exceptional attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities, deadlines, and workflows effectively.
• Relationship Building: Strong interpersonal skills with a commitment to delivering outstanding service and fostering collaborative partnerships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Professional Presence: Self-motivated, confident, and capable of working independently while contributing effectively within a team environment.

If you’re excited to influence investment decisions, collaborate with accomplished leaders, and make a measurable impact as an Investment Analyst, we’d love to hear from you!

Compensation

The base salary range below represents the low and high end of the salary range for this position in Chicago. This range may differ based on your geographic location and cost of living considerations. At Kirkland & Ellis, we consider compensation more than just a base salary. We offer an exceptional range of flexible benefits including comprehensive healthcare, paid time off, and retirement. We also offer personal support and tailored learning and development opportunities all designed to help you realize your full potential both in life and at work.

Compensation Range: Chicago: $100,000 - $125,000

All employment decisions, including the recruiting, hiring, placement, training availability, promotion, compensation, evaluation, disciplinary actions, and termination of employment (if necessary) are made without regard to the employee’s race, color, creed, religion, sex, pregnancy or childbirth, personal appearance, family responsibilities, sexual orientation or preference, gender identity, political affiliation, source of income, place of residence, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, age, marital status, military veteran status, unfavorable discharge from military service, physical or mental disability, or on any other basis prohibited by applicable law.

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