Private Equity & Alternatives Analyst

Northern Trust Corp; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 81,000 - 99,000; Full time

Job summary

Northern Trust Corp in Chicago, IL is seeking an Associate Analyst in Alternative Investments to support due diligence, portfolio monitoring and fundraising activities within 50 South Capital's private equity group.

The role involves financial modeling, data analysis, and preparing marketing materials; requires a bachelor’s degree in business/finance/economics/engineering, and 0–1 year experience in leveraged finance or private equity.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a bachelor’s degree in business, finance, accounting, economics, or engineering with a projected graduation date in 2027–2028.
• 0–1 year of experience in leveraged finance, consulting, public accounting, corporate finance or private equity.
• Strong attention to detail and strong work ethic with good interpersonal skills.
• Proficient in Word, Excel and PowerPoint.

Responsibilities

• Prepare financial analyses in support of due diligence on private equity fund/secondary/direct investment opportunities.
• Evaluate a firm’s strategy and historical track record versus benchmarks; model cash flows and transaction structures; conduct reference calls.
• Support ongoing duties in primary, secondary, and direct investment functions, including monitoring fund managers and meeting with them during diligence.
• Assist with business development and investor relations tasks, such as marketing materials and quarterly performance presentations.

Skills

Financial analysis

Analytical ability

Communication skills

Team player

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business

Tools

Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Northern Trust Corp in Chicago, IL is seeking an Associate Analyst in Alternative Investments to support due diligence, portfolio monitoring and fundraising activities within 50 South Capital's private equity group.

The role involves financial modeling, data analysis, and preparing marketing materials; requires a bachelor’s degree in business/finance/economics/engineering, and 0–1 year experience in leveraged finance or private equity.