Monroe Capital LLC · 2 days ago
Private Equity Associate
Chicago, IL
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$90K/yr - $145K/yr
2+ years expMonroe Capital LLC is a premier asset management firm specializing in private credit markets. They are seeking an experienced Private Equity Associate to join their investment team, where the role involves participating in the investment process, conducting analyses, and managing portfolio performance.
Asset ManagementCreditFinanceFinancial ServicesWealth Management
Responsibilities
Participate in all stages of the investment process, from screening and financial modeling to diligence and closing
Conduct in-depth industry, market, and competitive analyses
Build and maintain detailed financial models, including operating projections, LBO analyses, and sensitivity scenarios
Draft internal investment memos and presentation materials for investment committee review
Assist with deal structuring, documentation, and coordination with legal and third-party advisors
Monitor company performance and maintain regular reporting, including internal valuations, dashboards, and portfolio reviews
Work closely with independent sponsors and portfolio company leadership on operational initiatives and exit planning
Oversee the development and execution of value creation plans for portfolio companies, including financial KPI tracking, growth initiatives, and strategic projects
Contribute to fundraising and marketing efforts by preparing presentation materials and firm collateral
Assist in evaluating sponsor relationships and sourcing efforts
Help maintain internal processes, knowledge bases, and reporting packages for Monroe leadership
Support a collegial and non-hierarchical senior team
Qualification
Required
2+ years of experience in investment banking or private equity, preferably with M&A experience
Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to effectively articulate investment recommendations and complex financial concepts
Ability to work under pressure, prioritize tasks, and meet tight deadlines
Self-motivated and proactive, with a strong work ethic and a desire to learn and grow
Strong accounting, finance, modeling, analytical and problem-solving skills supported by a high proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
Bachelor's degree with a competitive GPA from an academically respected university
Willingness to work in a flat team environment with dynamic roles
Intellectual curiosity and commitment to professional development
Benefits
Full range of medical, financial and / or other benefits
401(k) eligibility
Various paid time off benefits such as vacation, sick time and parental leave
Company
Monroe Capital LLC
Monroe Capital LLC (“Monroe”) is a premier asset management firm specializing in private credit markets across various strategies, including direct lending, technology finance, venture debt, alternative credit solutions, structured credit, real estate and equity.
201-500 employees
H1B Sponsorship
Monroe Capital LLC has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not
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Trends of Total Sponsorships
2025 (3)
2024 (4)
2022 (3)
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$534M2025-07-01Debt Financing· $500M
2024-10-22Acquired
2015-10-01Debt Financing· $11M
Leadership Team
Karina B. Stahl
Partner, Chief Financial Officer - Investment Funds
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Amanda Pearlstein Tallman
Vice President
Recent News
Alternative Credit Investor
2026-01-08
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