Investment Associate - Private Debt & Equity

At Northwestern Mutual, We Are Strong, Innovative And Growing

Northwestern Mutual Capital (NMC) is a committed investor in the private credit (senior & mezzanine) and equity co-investment (common & structured) markets and a leading player in the investment grade privately placed debt market. Collectively, the team manages ~$65B of AUM. NMC manages capital primarily for The Northwestern Mutual Life Insurance Company, a highly-rated life insurance company with a 165+ year legacy. The stability of our capital base has led private equity firms and corporations around the world to rely on NMC for strategic funding to support leveraged transactions and capital investments. The Pre-MBA NMC Associate position provides an outstanding opportunity to engage with NMC's Private Equity partners, develop a strong analytical framework, and succeed in a high-volume, lean deal team environment.

Associate Responsibilities

• Analyze and evaluate private equity and private credit investments across a wide range of industries.
• Develop investment theses.
• Perform detailed financial analysis and modeling.
• Assist in the writing of investment memos and present opportunities during investment committee discussions.
• Cultivate relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including senior level executives, legal counsels, investment bankers, and private equity sponsors.
• Actively monitor portfolio performance.

Qualifications

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