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Duties & Responsibilities

Lincoln International is seeking Associates to help build our private funds advisory business.  This role entails working closely with the firm’s Managing Directors in building relationships with sponsors and assisting in capital raising activities for single asset vehicles, continuation funds and co-investment vehicles.  Successful candidates will have strong quantitative and interpersonal abilities, want to develop their professional and personal skills, and are motivated by being part of team building a leading practice in the market.

Key responsibilities include:

• Targeting general partners and identifying capital raising and restructuring opportunities
• Underwriting opportunities through financial analyses and complex financial modeling
• Developing and maintaining relationships with limited partners
• Performing general partner, industry and market research and due diligence
• Preparing pitch materials, client deliverables and management presentations
• Participating in new business meetings
• Supporting senior bankers and leading junior bankers during transaction execution
• Leading or implementing initiatives focused on growing the firm’s franchise value

Qualifications

• At least 3-5 years of experience in investment banking, primary or secondary fundraising, or private investment experience
• A critical thinker who can quickly evaluate and analyze companies and financial information
• Excellent analytical and quantitative skills, as well as strong writing and communication skills
• An assertive, motivated self-starter with the drive to succeed in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment
• Outstanding academic record

Additional Information

Lincoln International is not currently hiring individuals for this position who now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status.

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