Private Equity Associate - Chicago
About the Role
The Associate will join a middle-market private equity firm in their Chicago office. Our client focuses on distribution, logistics, or industrial and business services sectors This is an exciting opportunity to join a well-established, highly regarded firm which prides itself on its collaborative, dynamic culture and close partnerships with founder-owned businesses.
Key Responsibilities
The Associate will support senior investment professionals in investment sourcing, due diligence, and portfolio management functions of the firm. Specific responsibilities include:
Professional Experience & Qualifications
Minimum of 2 years of experience in investment banking or private equity, with lower middle-market experience a plus.
Personal Characteristics
Ability to multi-task in a dynamic environment, work independently, prioritize work effectively, and meet stringent deadlines while maintaining high quality of work standards.
Education
An undergraduate degree is required.
Salary
Salary is competitive, depending on experience.
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About Soul Equity Solutions
Soul Equity Solutions is a NYC based boutique executive search firm, exclusively recruiting for Private Equity Middle Market firms. We conduct searches at all seniority levels throughout the US for both investor roles and non-investing roles (including Business Development, Investor Relations). We are well known for our highly boutique, specialized service. Our clients and candidates rely on our personal approach, strong connections, and supportive process to meet their objectives.
This firm is an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.
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Welcome to Soul Equity —a NYC-based, boutique, woman-owned executive search firm passionately dedicated to elevating Middle Market Private Equity Firms, independent sponsors, and family offices across the United States. As a specialized boutique firm, Soul Equity exclusively focuses on the unique hiring needs of the Private Equity middle market.
At Soul Equity, we transcend conventional executive search practices with an unwavering commitment to excellence, redefining the standard in our industry. Our focus is clear: we are dedicated to conducting searches at all seniority levels throughout the US, catering to both investor and non-investor roles. Whether it's Investment Teams, Portfolio Support, Business Development, or Investor Relations, we understand the intricacies of each position and the impact it has on your organization.
What truly distinguishes us is not only what we do but how we do it. Our hallmark is a reputation built on a personalized approach that goes beyond tailoring—we craft each experience to finely align with the unique needs of our clients. Our clients and candidates rely on our personal approach, strong connections, and supportive process to meet their objectives.
We recognize that in the fast-paced world of private equity, outcomes matter. That's why partnering with Soul Equity means more than just adding team members; it's a strategic collaboration to expand and enhance the internal fabric of Private Equity firms.
At Soul Equity, we recognize the critical impact of making the right match. We believe that the success of a business is intrinsically tied to the individuals who drive it forward. Our focus on outcomes is unwavering because we understand that finding the right person is not just a hiring decision; it's an investment in the company's bottom line.
