Soul Equity Solutions · 8 hours ago
Business Development Associate - Chicago
Chicago, IL
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
2+ years expSoul Equity Solutions is a NYC based boutique executive search firm specializing in Private Equity Middle Market firms. They are seeking a Business Development Associate to support origination and relationship management efforts, working closely with senior professionals to identify investment opportunities and maintain intermediary relationships.
Venture Capital & Private Equity
Responsibilities
Support the execution of the firm’s proprietary sourcing strategy, including market mapping, target company research, and investment theme development
Conduct outbound outreach to intermediaries, executives, and other deal sources through calls, emails, meetings, and conferences
Maintain and enhance relationships with investment bankers, brokers, advisors, and other market participants
Manage and update the firm’s CRM, ensuring accurate data entry, activity tracking, and pipeline reporting
Screen and evaluate inbound and outbound investment opportunities against the firm’s investment criteria
Track platform and add on opportunities and coordinate closely with investment teams to ensure timely follow up and diligence support
Prepare sourcing reports, pipeline summaries, and weekly or monthly activity updates for internal review
Assist with business development initiatives including outreach campaigns, conference preparation, and marketing materials
Support the adoption and use of sourcing tools, data platforms, and technology solutions to improve origination efficiency
Collaborate with investment, operations, and investor relations teams to align sourcing activity with fund strategy and priorities
Qualification
Required
2 to 7 years of experience in private equity, investment banking, corporate development, consulting, or a related business development or deal sourcing role
Demonstrated interest in private equity origination and relationship driven investing
Experience working with CRM systems and M&A data platforms such as DealCloud, Salesforce, PitchBook, SourceScrub, Grata, or CapIQ
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple workstreams and deadlines
Excellent written and verbal communication skills with a professional and proactive approach to outreach
Detail oriented and analytical mindset with comfort working with data and reporting tools
Bachelor's degree required
Company
Soul Equity Solutions
*** Please see our website to apply for our open private equity job postings! https://www.soulequitysolutions.com/jobs/ 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.
2-10 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageLeadership Team
Lori Gleeman
Founder/CEO
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