A Chicago-based private equity firm is seeking a Private Equity Associate to join its dynamic team. The firm specializes in middle market investments across a diverse range of industries. This is a unique opportunity to become part of a lean, highly acquisitive team, offering early and significant responsibility, hands-on deal experience, and exposure to all aspects of the investment process.

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Private Equity Associate Company Summary:

A Chicago-based private equity firm is seeking a Private Equity Associate to join its dynamic team. The firm specializes in middle market investments across a diverse range of industries. This is a unique opportunity to become part of a lean, highly acquisitive team, offering early and significant responsibility, hands-on deal experience, and exposure to all aspects of the investment process. The Private Equity Associate will be responsible for:

• Execution of broader market and industry research
• Financial modeling, valuation analysis, and returns analysis for various investment targets
• Take point on due diligence processes
• Monitor existing investment portfolio
• Assisting the team with operating/portfolio company work The Private Equity Associate should have the following 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 in finance, accounting or related fields required
• M&A expeirence required
• Superior financial analysis, modeling, budgeting, and forecasting skills (there will be a modeling test)
• Excellent interpersonal skills and exceptional work ethics If you are interested in the Private Equity Associate role, then please don't wait to apply.