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Standish Management

Engagement Manager

Chicago, IL

$100K/yr

... Associate in matters of fund accounting, capital account maintenance and financial statement ... of VC/PE fund experience or fund administrator - OR - minimum 1 year as manager at a public ...

Standish Management

Engagement Manager

Chicago, IL · On-site

$100K/yr

... Associate in matters of fund accounting, capital account maintenance and financial statement ... of VC/PE fund experience or fund administrator - OR - minimum 1 year as manager at a public ...

Shure

Incentive Plan Administrator Sr

Niles, IL · Hybrid

$86K - $138K/yr

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Shure

Senior Incentive Plan Administrator

Niles, IL · Hybrid

$86K - $138K/yr

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Shure

Incentive Plan Administrator Sr

Niles, IL · Hybrid

$86K - $138K/yr

Calculate quarterly SI payments and annual VC payments in preparation for Finance's audit and ... We offer an Associate-first culture, flexible work arrangements, and opportunity for all. Shure is ...

Shure

Senior Incentive Plan Administrator

Niles, IL · On-site

$86K - $138K/yr

Calculate quarterly SI payments and annual VC payments in preparation for Finance's audit and ... We offer an Associate-first culture, flexible work arrangements, and opportunity for all. Shure is ...

Shure

Senior Incentive Plan Administrator

Niles, IL · Hybrid

$86K - $138K/yr

Calculate quarterly SI payments and annual VC payments in preparation for Finance's audit and ... We offer an Associate-first culture, flexible work arrangements, and opportunity for all. Shure is ...

Shure

Senior Incentive Plan Administrator

Niles, IL · Hybrid

$86K - $138K/yr

Calculate quarterly SI payments and annual VC payments in preparation for Finance's audit and ... We offer an Associate-first culture, flexible work arrangements, and opportunity for all. Shure is ...

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What is a VC associate?

VC Associates are professionals who work at venture capital firms, supporting investment decisions and portfolio management. Their responsibilities typically include sourcing new investment opportunities, conducting due diligence on startups, analyzing market trends, and helping manage relationships with entrepreneurs and other investors. VC Associates play a key role in evaluating business models, preparing investment memos, and assisting partners with negotiations. This is often an early- to mid-level position, offering valuable experience for those seeking a long-term career in venture capital or entrepreneurship.

What does a VC associate do?

As a VC Associate, your daily activities often include sourcing potential investment opportunities, conducting market and financial due diligence, preparing investment memos, and supporting partners during deal negotiations. You’ll frequently meet with startup founders, analyze industry trends, and help manage the firm’s portfolio companies by tracking their performance. This role requires strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and effective communication, as you’ll collaborate closely with partners, analysts, and entrepreneurs throughout the investment lifecycle.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a VC associate?

To thrive as a VC Associate, you need strong analytical abilities, financial modeling skills, and a solid understanding of startup ecosystems, often supported by a degree in finance, business, or a related field. Familiarity with tools like Excel, CRM platforms, and industry databases, as well as experience with due diligence processes, is commonly required. Excellent networking, communication, and critical thinking skills help you build relationships and identify promising investment opportunities. These skills are crucial for making informed investment decisions and contributing to the success of both the VC firm and its portfolio companies.

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Associate Director Content Development - VC for Health Affairs

University of Illinois

Chicago, IL • On-site

$65K - $80K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 3 days ago

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Associate Director Content Development - VC for Health Affairs
Hiring Department: Office of the Vice Chancellor for Health Affairs
Location: Chicago, IL USA
Requisition ID: 1042533
FTE: 1
Work Schedule: Monday - Friday
Shift: Days
# of Positions: 1
Workplace Type: Hybrid
Posting Close Date: 08/21/2026
Salary Range (commensurate with experience): $65,000.00 - 80,000.00 / Annual Salary
About the University of Illinois Chicago
UIC is among the nation's preeminent urban public research universities, a Carnegie RU/VH research institution, and the largest university in Chicago. UIC serves over 34,000 students, comprising one of the most diverse student bodies in the nation and is designated as a Minority Serving Institution (MSI), an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institution (AANAPSI) and a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI). Through its 16 colleges, UIC produces nationally and internationally recognized multidisciplinary academic programs in concert with civic, corporate and community partners worldwide, including a full complement of health sciences colleges. By emphasizing cutting-edge and transformational research along with a commitment to the success of all students, UIC embodies the dynamic, vibrant and engaged urban university. Recent "Best Colleges" rankings published by U.S. News & World Report, found UIC climbed up in its rankings among top public schools in the nation and among all national universities. UIC has nearly 260,000 alumni, and is one of the largest employers in the city of Chicago.
This position is intended to be eligible for benefits. This includes Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, a Retirement Plan, Paid time Off, and Tuition waivers for employees and dependents.
Working within a highly collaborative and intersectional environment, the Associate Director will manage and support projects that cross multiple units, including the UI College of Medicine, UI Hospital and Clinics, Mile Square Health Center, and the UI Cancer Center. The successful candidate will be an experienced storyteller with the demonstrated ability to translate technical concepts into simple, compelling language. This individual must have strong writing and project management skills, an understanding of Advancement/fundraising, and must be committed to the mission and goals of UI Health.
Duties & Responsibilities:
  • Produce compelling Health Advancement communications content with a primary focus on impact reports for donors, as well as newsletters, web copy, campaign materials, marketing materials, sales sheets, stewardship materials, and personalized correspondence. Write copy for projects that are best suited to an in-house Advancement writer.
  • Manage content production from conception to publication. Develop project briefs and timelines, make assignments, track progress, issue reminders, troubleshoot as needed, and ensure delivery of a quality finished product by deadline.
  • Arrange and organize small group meetings to facilitate brainstorming and ideation. Keep team members informed of progress throughout the content development and production process, alerting stakeholders to potential issues as they arise.
  • Conduct research and compile source material to inform writers' work. Collaborate with the Director, Donor Acquisition and Engagement and other team members to capture raw material for storytelling.
  • Edit, fact-check, and proofread content to ensure materials are accurate and free of errors. Ensure materials are on brand, adhere to style guidelines, and reflect approved messaging as outlined in the messaging framework.
  • Manage relationships with vendors and freelance writers, serving as the liaison among wordsmiths, designers, and Advancement colleagues.
  • Maintain a deep understanding of each unit's work to ensure all content accurately reflects current activities and priorities.
  • Build branded plug-and-play templates for use by Health Advancement team members in donor communications.
  • Maintain the digital repository of materials and assist team members in finding and accessing collateral as needed.
  • Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned

Minimum Qualifications Required:
  1. Bachelor's degree in communications, journalism, radio/television broadcasting, web/digital media, or a related field.
  2. One (1) year (12 months) of professional work experience in public relations, journalism, social media communications, newspaper reporting, radio/television broadcasting with emphasis on production, or web/digital media.
  3. Demonstrated experience creating compelling content for professional publications with advanced skills using desktop publishing tools such as Adobe InDesign.

Note: Master's Degree in an area consistent with the duties of the position may be substituted for one (1) year (12 months) of work experience.
Preferred Qualifications:
  • Strong command of visual communication principles.
  • At least three years of relevant work experience - including at least two years in a development/fundraising environment.
  • Exceptional writing skills and very strong command of the English language.
  • Excellent attention to detail.
  • High competency using MS Office Suite.
  • Excellent business and conversational writing skills, with ability to adapt style and voice to different audiences, channels, and contexts. Experience writing donor-centric communications and with compelling story telling.
  • Excellent editing skills. Ability to understand and adhere to house style and brand guidelines.
  • Research skills and strong data literacy.
  • Experience producing technical or clinical content for general audiences.
  • Excellent communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills; ability to interact effectively with a wide variety of professionals and other stakeholders in writing, on the phone, via videoconference, and in person.
  • Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines. Excellent organizational skills.
  • Analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • AI competency, including ethically-minded experience using both content generative and predictive analytics tools.

To Apply: For fullest consideration click on the Apply Now button, please fully complete all sections of the onlineapplication including adding your full work history with specific details of your duties & responsibilities for each position held. Fully complete the education, licensure, certification and language sections. You may upload a resume, cover letter, certifications, licensures, transcripts and diplomas within the application.
Please note that once you have submitted your application you will not be able to make any changes. In order to revise your application you must withdraw and reapply. You will not be able to reapply after the posting close date. Please ensure the application is fully completed and all supporting documents have been uploaded before the posting close date. Illinois Residency is required within 180 days of employment.
The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify.
The university provides accommodations to applicants and employees. Request an Accommodation
Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position, however, all employment decisions will be made by a person.
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The University of Illinois, located in Urbana, Illinois, US, is a prominent entity in the higher education sector. Operating its official functions through its website uillinois.edu, the institution provides a range of educational programs and services. The University was founded in 1867 and has since grown dramatically both in size and reputation. Its core values are embodied in its mission to enhance the lives of its students and citizens in the state, nation, and world through leadership in learning, discovery, engagement, and economic development. The university boasts several notable achievements including producing Nobel laureates and Pulitzer prize winners. It is renowned for its research programs and is known for significant advancements across various fields including engineering, science, and humanities.

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