Associate, Co-Investments

Role Overview

Adams Street Partners, a global private markets investment manager with nearly $73 billion in assets under management, is hiring an Associate for its Co-Investment Team in Chicago, IL. The team invests directly into companies alongside leading private equity managers across industries, geographies, and company sizes, and has committed over $7 billion to 300+ companies since 1989. It is currently investing out of its sixth dedicated co-investment fund, alongside capital from other Adams Street funds of funds and separately managed accounts.

Key Responsibilities

- Support the investment execution process, including company/industry due diligence, LBO modeling, and preparation of investment memoranda

- Lead quantitative and qualitative analysis of financial and operating data

- Monitor portfolio companies and maintain internal investment tracking databases

- Support fundraising activities and manage client-facing marketing materials

- Provide general team project management support and contribute to firm-wide ad hoc projects

- Handle internal reporting and analysis

Qualifications

- Graduated from a top-tier undergraduate university

- 2-4 years of relevant experience in private equity, investment banking, buy-side investment analysis, consulting, or sponsor finance

- Advanced Excel skills with strong knowledge of valuation techniques and financial modeling

- Ability to structure and present complex ideas clearly, both in writing and orally

- Strong analytical, modeling, organizational, and writing skills

- Professional presence with strong relationship and communication skills

- Self-starter able to work independently within a team context

Compensation & Location

Based in Chicago, IL. Under Illinois pay transparency rules, the disclosed base salary range is $115,000–$135,000 USD. The role is expected to run 2-3 years, with potential for further promotion for exceptional candidates. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision coverage; a 401(k) with immediate vesting and employer match; profit sharing; FSA; paid parental leave; generous PTO; commuter benefits; and employer-paid disability and life insurance.