Private Debt & Equity Investment Associate – Pre‑MBA

Northwestern Mutual; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Northwestern Mutual in Milwaukee is seeking a Pre-MBA NMC Associate to engage with private equity partners and develop analytical skills in a dynamic deal team environment.

Responsibilities include analyzing investments, developing investment theses, and building relationships with key stakeholders. Ideal candidates will have a degree in finance or a related field and relevant experience in investment banking or private equity.

The role emphasizes fairness and transparency in compensation, with a targeted start date of 2026.

Qualifications

• Two to four years of relevant experience in investment banking, equity research, private equity, or corporate development.
• A broad knowledge of investments and economic forces affecting industries.
• Strong interpersonal skills, including written and oral communication.

Responsibilities

• Analyze and evaluate private equity and private credit investments.
• Develop investment theses.
• Perform detailed financial analysis and modeling.
• Assist in writing investment memos and presentations.
• Cultivate relationships with stakeholders.
• Monitor portfolio performance.

Skills

Financial analysis

Investment evaluation

Interpersonal communication

Computer modeling

Education

Four-year undergraduate degree in finance, accounting, economics, or mathematics

Job description

Northwestern Mutual in Milwaukee is seeking a Pre-MBA NMC Associate to engage with private equity partners and develop analytical skills in a dynamic deal team environment.

Responsibilities include analyzing investments, developing investment theses, and building relationships with key stakeholders. Ideal candidates will have a degree in finance or a related field and relevant experience in investment banking or private equity.

The role emphasizes fairness and transparency in compensation, with a targeted start date of 2026.