Job opening

Senior Associate

Alexander Chapman

Chicago, IL

Filed under Staffing and Recruiting

Full job description

A leading wealth management platform is seeking a Senior Associate to join its Alternative Investments team, supporting the evaluation, selection and monitoring of private market managers on behalf of a large advisor and client base.


The role will work closely with senior investment leadership and will combine manager diligence, investment analysis and advisor/client-facing responsibilities across Private Equity, Private Credit, Real Assets and broader Alternative Investments.


Key Responsibilities


  • Conduct due diligence on private market funds and external managers
  • Meet directly with fund managers and GPs to assess strategy, track record and investment approach
  • Support manager selection and investment recommendations
  • Review fund materials, performance, portfolio construction and investment risks
  • Prepare investment analysis and materials for internal decision-making
  • Monitor existing manager relationships and approved investments
  • Support advisor teams with alternative investment research and guidance
  • Help communicate private market opportunities clearly to advisors and clients


Candidate Profile


  • Approximately 4–5 years of relevant experience
  • Background in Private Markets, Alternative Investments, Manager Research, Fund Investments or Investment Due Diligence
  • Experience within OCIO, Investment Consulting, Private Wealth or similar platforms also highly relevant
  • Strong analytical and communication skills
  • Comfortable interacting directly with fund managers, advisors and clients
  • No specific educational background required


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