Private Equity Associate

Selby Jennings; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Private Equity firm in Chicago is seeking an Entry Level Private Equity Associate to join their entrepreneurial team. You will engage in critical responsibilities from diligence to portfolio management, particularly in the Technology sector. Ideal candidates will possess financial modeling expertise, relevant investment banking experience, and a strong work ethic. Competitive salary range of $150,000.00 to $200,000.00 based on skills and experience.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of Investment Banking experience performing M&A with a reputable middle market or lower middle market bank.
• Related transaction advisory consulting experience will also be considered.
• Superior financial analysis, modeling, budgeting, and forecasting skills.

Responsibilities

• Execute broader market and industry research.
• Perform financial modeling and returns analysis for various investment targets.
• Assist the team with operating and portfolio company work.

Skills

Financial modeling

Valuation analysis

Market research

Excellent interpersonal skills

Strong work ethic

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

Overview

A Chicago-based Private Equity firm is seeking a Private Equity Associate to join their team. The firm invests in middle-market companies specifically within the Technology/Software sector. This is a unique opportunity to join a lean, entrepreneurial team where you will take on meaningful responsibility across the full investment lifecycle—from diligence and deal execution to portfolio company management and add-on acquisitions.

This range is provided by Selby Jennings. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$150,000.00/yr - $200,000.00/yr

Responsibilities

• Execution of broader market and industry research
• Financial modeling, valuation analysis, and returns analysis for various investment targets
• Assisting the team with operating/portfolio company work

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of Investment Banking experience performing M&A with a reputable middle market or lower middle market bank; related transaction advisory consulting experience will also be considered
• Bachelor's Degree
• Superior financial analysis, modeling, budgeting, and forecasting skills (there will be a modeling test)
• Excellent interpersonal skills and exceptional work ethic
• Prior experience or interest in sectors such as healthcare, business services, technology, manufacturing and/or consumer

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Finance

Industries

• Venture Capital and Private Equity Principals