Associate, Investment Banking

Company Description Physician Growth Partners (PGP) is an investment banking firm dedicated to advising healthcare organizations in recapitalizations, mergers and acquisitions, and sales to private equity and strategic acquirers. Since its founding in 2018, PGP has advised on 90+ transactions totaling over $5 billion in enterprise value, serving as a trusted advisor to founders, physicians, and operators. The firm focuses on five core healthcare sectors: Physician Services, Outpatient & Ancillary, Behavioral Health, Dental Services, and Outsourced and Tech-Enabled Services. PGP takes a client-first approach, learning each organization’s story and goals before mapping strategic options and running competitive processes to meet or exceed those objectives. The firm partners with healthcare organizations at all stages, from early growth to strategic sale, M&A, or recapitalization. Role Description PGP is seeking an experienced and driven Associate to join our Chicago office. This role provides a unique opportunity to work alongside senior leadership and directly contribute to live M&A transactions. The ideal candidate is a self-starter with a strong foundation in financial modeling and transaction execution, and an eagerness to grow within a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment.

Key Responsibilities
• Lead the development of financial models, valuation analyses, and other quantitative materials
• Draft and manage key transaction documents, including pitch materials and confidential information memorandums (CIM)
• Supervise and mentor analysts and interns throughout the deal process
• Support client communications and relationship management efforts
• Manage virtual data rooms and oversee due diligence processes
• Assist in business development and market coverage initiatives Qualifications
• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field; advanced degree or relevant certifications (e.g., CFA, CPA) are a plus.
• 2-5 years of relevant experience in investment banking, private equity, accounting, or finance
• Strong Finance and Valuation skills, with experience analyzing financial statements and assessing transaction economics.
• Advanced Financial Modeling capabilities, including building and maintaining detailed projection, LBO, and merger models.
• Proven Due Diligence experience, with the ability to review financial, operational, and market data to identify risks and opportunities.
• Robust Analytical Skills, including comfort with quantitative analysis, complex data sets, and insightful interpretation of results.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to create clear presentations and interact professionally with clients.
• High level of integrity, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
• PGP is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment on the basis of valid job requirements, qualifications, background and experience, and merit without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable local, state or federal law.