Associate - Fundraising & Capital Formation
chesapeake search partnersWashington Navy Yard (DC)
Associate - Fundraising & Capital Formation
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chesapeake search partnersWashington Navy Yard (DC)
SENIORITY
Senior
About the role
Chesapeake Search Partners has partnered with a growing boutique fundraising advisory and placement firm in Washington, DC, to identify an Associate – Fundraising & Capital Formation. This is an excellent opportunity for an early-career private equity professional with direct fundraising experience to work closely with the Founder & Managing Partner of an entrepreneurial firm, gaining hands-on exposure to institutional fundraising and private markets.
Key Responsibilities:
Support institutional fundraising mandates across private equity, growth equity, venture capital, and private credit.
Develop and manage relationships with institutional investors, including pensions, endowments, foundations, and family offices.
Conduct LP outreach, research, and relationship development using platforms such as Dakota, Preqin, and PitchBook.
Manage investor pipelines, coordinate meetings, prepare client materials, and support due diligence processes.
Support GP relationship development and identify emerging investment opportunities.
Maintain Salesforce, investor reporting, and fundraising resources.
Contribute to firm growth, operational improvements, and select industry conferences.
Qualifications:
Approximately 2–3 years of relevant private equity and fundraising experience (required).Experience working with institutional investors, fund managers, placement agents, or alternative investment firms.
Understanding of institutional fundraising and LP/GP relationships.
Strong analytical, communication, and relationship-building skills.
Advanced Excel and PowerPoint proficiency.
Experience with Salesforce and AI tools preferred.
Entrepreneurial mindset, strong attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple priorities.
Existing FINRA licenses (SIE, Series 7 or 82, Series 63) are a plus; willingness to obtain required licenses is essential.
Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, or related field preferred; MBA is a plus.
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