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The Equus Group

Investment Associate

The Equus Group, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290

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Company Overview: Our client is a private equity firm focused on investing in and building market-leading companies within the healthcare sector. The firm partners with founders, management teams, and industry experts to drive growth, operational excellence, and long-term value creation.

Position Overview: The Investment Associate will play a key role in evaluating new investment opportunities, executing transactions, and supporting portfolio company initiatives. The ideal candidate will have a strong analytical background, a deep interest in healthcare, and prior experience in private equity, investment banking, or management consulting.

Key Responsibilities

Conduct financial analysis, valuation modeling, and due diligence on potential investment opportunities

Assist in sourcing new deals through industry research, networking, and market mapping

Support transaction execution, including deal structuring, documentation, and coordination with advisors and management teams

Monitor and analyze portfolio company performance, identifying areas for strategic and operational improvement

Prepare investment memoranda, presentations, and materials for the Investment Committee

Collaborate closely with senior team members and portfolio company leadership to implement value-creation initiatives

Candidate Requirements

3+ years of experience in private equity, investment banking, or management consulting

Strong financial modeling, analytical, and quantitative skillsDemonstrated understanding of financial statements, valuation methodologies, and transaction processes

Experience or strong interest in the healthcare sector

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Ability to work collaboratively in a small, entrepreneurial team environment

High level of initiative, integrity, and attention to detail

The Equus Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer and takes pride in maintaining a diverse environment. We do not discriminate in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, or any other employment practices for reasons of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status.

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