Associate - Fundraising & Capital Formation

Job Description

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.