Private Equity Associate - Consumer

# Private Equity Associate
- Consumer Confidential Careers Associate Private  Equity Consumer Full -time

Location

Chicago, United States Date Posted June 25, 2026

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Get instant notifications when new job openings matching "Private Equity / Associate jobs in Chicago, United States" are published.## About This Role Private Equity Associate – Consumer / Food & Beverage. Chicago-based investment firm focused on the consumer and food & beverage sectors.

Key Responsibilities:

Evaluate and execute investment opportunities across consumer and food & beverage sectors. Build and maintain complex financial models (LBO, operating models, valuation analyses). Conduct industry research and market diligence to support investment theses. Participate in all phases of the deal lifecycle, including sourcing, diligence, execution, and portfolio monitoring. Prepare investment committee materials, presentations, and deal documentation. Support portfolio companies by analyzing performance, tracking KPIs, and assisting with strategic initiatives.

Qualifications:

3-5 years of experience in investment banking, private equity, or transaction advisory. Strong transaction experience with exposure to M&A and/or leveraged finance. Advanced financial modeling and valuation skills. Experience in consumer, retail, food & beverage sectors preferred.

Confidential Careers is seeking a Private Equity Associate
- Consumer to join their Private Equity team in Chicago, United States.

This role is focused on the Consumer sector.

The position is Full-time.

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