Asset Management Associate

Position OverviewOrigami Capital Partners, a $1 billion AUM Chicago-based private equity firm, is seeking an experienced associate to join in an asset management role based in Chicago. This is an exceptional opportunity for an individual with strong finance and accounting experience to transition to a private investment firm. The asset management associate will be responsible for both ongoing valuation and monitoring of existing investments as well as strategic projects with high-priority investments and will be exposed to a diverse range of deal structures, industries, and asset classes. The associate will report to the firm’s partners and the more senior investment team members and will serve as an integral part of the organization.ResponsibilitiesAnalyze and assess portfolio investment financials, metrics, KPIs, financial covenants, and valuations across a diverse portfolio of investments spanning multiple asset classes and industriesPrepare quarterly valuation models and memos, including complex deal waterfallsBuild and maintain dashboards, automated reporting workflows, and data pipelines to improve speed and accuracy of portfolio monitoringApply AI and automation tools to streamline recurring analyses, variance flagging, covenant tracking, KPI extraction from financial packages, and quarterly reportingSupport the investment team on special assets coverage for challenged deals, restructurings, and workoutsAssist with strategic initiatives including follow-on and add-on investment opportunities and exit strategiesParticipate in portfolio investment business updates and board meetingsCompile quarterly business review reports and exit analyses, incorporating data visualization and benchmarking against comparable companies/precedent transactionsMaintain and continuously improve internal data and reporting systems and templates in Excel, Lumonic, Pitchbook, CapIQ, and Deal CloudQualifications, Skills and ExperienceTwo to three years of experience in valuation, financial due diligence, transaction advisory, restructuring, or equivalent at a public accounting, professional services, or consulting firmUndergraduate degree in finance, accounting, business, economics, or a related subject from a respected institutionStrong quantitative skillset and familiarity with data analysis or automation tools is a strong plusPrior private investment experience is not required but is a plusStrong preference will be given to candidates already located in ChicagoRobust accounting and finance technical skillsets including financial statement and capital structure analysisStrong written and spoken communication and presentation skillsSelf-starter with ability to work in a small team in a fast-paced environmentCompensationCompensation will be competitive with market and commensurate with experienceTimingQ4 2026 startLocationChicago, ILAbout Origami Capital PartnersFounded in 2008, Origami Capital Partners manages private capital that offers structured, creative approaches to complex challenges. Origami’s extensive experience navigating complicated situations helps to solve capital structure, liquidity and follow-on capital needs for our deal partners. We insert patient, flexible capital by first listening and then collaborating to craft bespoke solutions. Origami evaluates and invests across asset classes and sectors, including: real estate, credit, technology, and financial services. We focus on investing in North America and Europe. Origami’s solutions create long-term value for our partners. Headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, the firm manages committed institutional capital.