Analyst


Chicago
Permanent
USD200000 - USD250000
Investment Management
PR/595968_1781702858
Analyst

A highly specialized investment firm is seeking an Investment Analyst to join its lean, high-performing team focused on a differentiated litigation finance strategy-providing capital to law firms to fund legal case portfolios, with investments backed by underlying litigation outcomes. This is a direct investing role offering exposure to a unique, non-traditional asset class at the intersection of private credit and legal finance.

Key Responsibilities

  • Evaluate and underwrite litigation finance opportunities, including analysis of legal case portfolios
  • Conduct due diligence on law firms, case pipelines, and associated risk factors
  • Support investment structuring and execution
  • Monitor portfolio performance and underlying case progress
  • Contribute to broader investment strategy and portfolio construction

Candidate Profile

  • 6+ years of relevant experience (investment, private credit, or adjacent analytical roles)
  • Prior investing experience preferred, though non-traditional backgrounds will be considered
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skill set
  • Interest in complex, non-traditional asset classes
  • Entrepreneurial mindset with the ability to thrive in a lean, fast-paced environment
  • J.D. strongly preferred but not required

Additional Details

  • Full-time, in-office role (5 days/week) in Chicago
  • Flat team structure with direct exposure to senior leadership
  • Highly collaborative and fast-moving investment environment

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