Sr Analyst / Associate, Private Equity & Junior Capital

Location: Charlotte, NC, USA; New York, NY - 375 Park Avenue

Job Description

Perform quantitative and qualitative analysis to underwrite investment opportunities across PEJC

Assist in the preparation of internal memoranda and other materials used to support investment recommendations and to communicate with internal constituents

Assist with monitoring the performance of existing portfolio investments, including regular communication with private equity firms, management teams and third-party clients

Develop and manage relationships with private equity firms and other intermediaries to generate investment deal flow

Participate in due diligence meetings with sponsors and portfolio company executives

Key Responsibilities and Duties

Bachelor’s degree in relevant field

1 - 4 years of relevant experience including a private equity fund, hedge fund, investment bank, consulting firm, or a related capital markets position

Capital markets structuring experience with a preference for a background in private equity, mezzanine finance, leveraged loans, equity research, secondaries, or M&A

Demonstrated experience developing and using financial statement analysis and financial modeling

Strong proficiency with Excel and PowerPoint required

Strong knowledge of accounting and finance

Excellent analytical, communication, and presentation skills

Willingness to work hard in a team-oriented, performance-based environment

A self-starter that requires limited oversight in the completion of individual projects

Educational Requirements

University (Degree) Preferred

Work Experience

2+ Years Required; 3+ Years Preferred

Physical Requirements

Physical Requirements: Sedentary Work

Career Level

6IC

Base Salary Range: $110,000- $150,000

Related Skills

Analytical Skills, Business Development, Communication, Contract Management, Due Diligence, Financial Modeling, Investment Research/Analysis, Investor Relationship Management, Negotiation, Portfolio Construction, Portfolio Management, Private Equity Investments

Anticipated Posting End Date

2026-11-09

Base Pay Range: $121,000/yr - $183,000/yr

Actual base salary may vary based upon, but not limited to, relevant experience, time in role, base salary of internal peers, prior performance, business sector, and geographic location.  In addition to base salary, the competitive compensation package may include, depending on the role, participation in an incentive program linked to performance (for example, annual discretionary incentive programs, non-annual sales incentive plans, or other non-annual incentive plans).

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Company Overview

Churchill, an investment-specialist affiliate of Nuveen (the asset manager of TIAA), provides customized financing solutions to U.S. middle market private equity firms and their portfolio companies across the capital structure. With over $52 billion of committed capital, we provide first lien, unitranche, second lien and mezzanine debt, in addition to equity co-investments, secondary solutions and private equity fund commitments. Churchill has a long history of disciplined investing across multiple economic cycles and our unique origination strategy and investment approach are driven by nearly 200 professionals in New York, Charlotte, Chicago, Dallas and Los Angeles. To learn more, visit www.churchillam.com.

Our Culture of Impact

At TIAA, we're on a mission to build on our 100+ year legacy of delivering for our clients while evolving to meet tomorrow's challenges. We equip our associates with future-focused skills and AI tools that enable us to advance our mission. Together, we are fighting to ensure a more secure financial future for all and for generations to come. We are guided by our values: Champion Our People, Be Client Obsessed, Lead with Integrity, Own It, and Win As One. They influence every decision we make and how we work together to serve our clients every day. We thrive in a collaborative in-office environment where teams work across organizational boundaries with shared purpose, accelerating innovation and delivering meaningful results. Our workplace brings together TIAA and Nuveen's entrepreneurial spirit, where we work hard and work together to create lasting impact. Here, every associate can grow through meaningful learning experiences and development pathways—because when our people succeed, our impact on clients' lives grows stronger.

Benefits and Total Rewards

The organization is committed to making financial well-being possible for its clients, and is equally committed to the well-being of our associates. That’s why we offer a comprehensive Total Rewards package designed to make a positive difference in the lives of our associates and their loved ones. Our benefits include a superior retirement program and highly competitive health, wellness and work life offerings that can help you achieve and maintain your best possible physical, emotional and financial well-being. To learn more about your benefits, please review our Benefits Summary.

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