Operations Analyst - Chicago, IL

We are trusted investment banking advisors to business owners and senior executives of leading private equity firms and their portfolio companies and to public and privately held companies around the world. Our services include mergers and acquisitions advisory, private funds and ...

Job description

We are trusted investment banking advisors to business owners and senior executives of leading private equity firms and their portfolio companies and to public and privately held companies around the world. Our services include mergers and acquisitions advisory, private funds and capital markets advisory and valuations and fairness opinions. As one tightly integrated team of more than 1,400 professionals in 25+ offices in 16 countries, we offer an unobstructed perspective on the global private capital markets, backed by superb execution and a deep commitment to client success. With extensive industry knowledge and relationships, timely market intelligence and strategic insights, we forge deep, productive client relationships that endure for decades. Connect with us to learn more at

At Lincoln International, we know that the success of our global organization is a direct outcome of the strength of our people. We encourage diversity of thought and create talent density by attracting, retaining and engaging high performers from all demographics, backgrounds and perspectives. We value diversity, equity and inclusion as a catalyst to foster innovation and creative problem solving, access the best candidates and adapt to a highly dynamic, competitive environment. We know that employing a diverse team and valuing the unique perspectives of our people allows us to better understand and serve the needs of our clients.

Lincoln International is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. We encourage you to read more about our commitment to diversity and Environmental, Social & Governance (ESG) efforts.

Lincoln International follows a hybrid work structure with an emphasis on in office collaboration.

Our employees work in our Chicago office Monday through Thursday each week, with the option to work remotely or from the office on Fridays. Our office is located at 110 N Wacker Drive, just blocks from Union Station & Ogilvie Transportation Center.

Duties & Responsibilities:

The Operations Analyst role is a unique opportunity to be an integral part of Lincoln's Operations team, providing valuable exposure to strategic initiatives across the firm. As an Operations Analyst, you will play a critical role in driving major growth initiatives and supporting the leadership team in driving the future of the organization. This position offers the chance to interface with senior leaders, gain insight into executive decision-making, and contribute to impactful projects that span leadership meetings, acquisitions and internal & external communications. If you are a self-starter with a passion for being detailed-oriented and organized, this role offers a dynamic and fulfilling opportunity in a fast-paced, growth-oriented environment.

The Operations Analyst will operate under a dual-reporting structure to Lincoln's Operations Manager and Strategic Communications Manager.

Key responsibilities include:

• Support the administration and organization of meetings at all levels (e.g., leadership meetings, senior banker meetings, all-employee meetings, administrative meetings) and across all geographies (e.g., U.S., Europe, Global), including agenda management, meeting logistics and content development.
  • Partner with the Operations Manager and functional teams across Lincoln to prepare and organize content for presentations and meetings, ensuring alignment on key topics.
  • Assist in the creation of high-quality content, including PowerPoint presentations, reports and other materials needed for internal & external communications.
• Assist in the planning and organization of major growth drivers for the firm (e.g., integration initiatives, acquisitions, acquisition integrations, firm reorganization or organizational design initiatives).
  • Coordinate stakeholder meeting logistics, maintain tracking tools, and support the progress of initiatives against established plans.
  • Support the development of change management plans for firm-wide strategic initiatives, including acquisitions, organizational changes, and leadership transitions.
• Assist the Strategic Communications Manager with the execution of internal communications strategy.
  • Support the execution and evolution of InsideLI, the firm's internal publication, coordinating across functions, groups and leaders to source newsworthy, engagement driving and community building content, draft appropriate messaging, and coordinate distribution.
  • Partner with Marketing to drive maximum readership, including testing various scenarios to drive engagement including headlines, imagery, design/aesthetics, etc.
  • Apply insights from developing strategic meeting content and internal relationships to deliver clear, high-impact communications.
  • Support the buildout and ongoing management of the firm's intranet.
• Identify opportunities to standardize, enhance or create economies of scale through the course of the work, with an eye for driving efficiencies and leveraging lessons learned and best practices across workstreams.
• Support in special projects with the Operations team or other functional teams (e.g., Marketing, Talent, IT).
• Maintain and manage records, documentation and project plans in an organized and easily accessible manner.
• Other special projects or duties as assigned.

Key Attributes:

• Highly organized and flexible, with an ability to juggle multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.
• Proactive and self-motivated, with the ability to take initiative and work independently in an entrepreneurial environment.
• Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate and communicate with senior leaders and cross-functional teams.
• Positive, can-do attitude and enthusiasm for driving projects forward and supporting organizational goals.
• Comfortable managing up and holding others accountable for deadlines and deliverables.
• Excellent attention to detail and commitment to delivering high-quality work.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Operations, Entrepreneurship, Communications or a related field.
• 1-2 years of relevant professional experience, ideally in a fast-paced or project-driven environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with an ability to tailor content for different audiences.
• Demonstrated analytical skills with the ability to evaluate quantitative and qualitative information to support sound decision-making.
• Strong proficiency in PowerPoint, Microsoft Excel, and other Microsoft Office tools.
• Familiarity with managing senior-level stakeholders and understanding of meeting logistics and preparation.
• Creative with content and graphic design, demonstrated experience creating visually appealing presentations and materials. Experience with graphic design (e.g., Canva, Adobe Creative Suite) or other content creation software is a plus.

Additional Information:

Lincoln International is not currently hiring individuals for this position who now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status.

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The salary range for this role is $70,000-$80,000 on an annual basis. This is the lowest to highest salary we in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range, and the range may be modified in the future. This range is only applicable for jobs to be performed in Chicago. An employee's pay position within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, shift, travel requirements, revenue-based metrics, and business or organizational needs.  

This job is also eligible for bonus pay.

We offer a comprehensive package of benefits to eligible employees.

You can apply for this role through LinkedIn or Lincoln's Company Page, or through Lincoln's Internal Jobs Board if you are a current employee.

Note: No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, or any other form of compensation that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company's sole discretion, consistent with the law.

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