Job summary
Job post source
This job is from a recruiting firm hiring for a separate company as indicated by the phrase 'Our client is a family office' rather than direct company language.
Job overview
The Investment Associate role supports a family office managing over $5bn by assisting in diversified investment portfolio management and investment analysis.
Responsibilities and impact
The candidate will assist in managing investments across various asset classes, conduct financial modeling and market research, monitor existing positions, coordinate with internal and external stakeholders, support due diligence and manager selection, and handle ad hoc projects.
Experience and skills
Candidates need 2-5 years of experience in investment banking, private equity, or venture capital, strong quantitative and Excel modeling skills, a bachelor's from a top-tier institution, and a proactive, energetic approach.
Company information
The client is a family office managing over $5bn in investments across private equity, venture capital, fixed income, and public equities.
Company overview
Long Ridge Partners is a specialized executive search firm focused on the financial services industry. They generate revenue by providing recruitment services to hedge funds, private equity firms, investment banks, and asset management companies, matching top-tier talent with high-profile clients. Founded in 2004, the company has built a reputation for its deep industry knowledge and extensive network, enabling it to deliver tailored recruitment solutions. Candidates should be aware of Long Ridge Partners' commitment to confidentiality and their consultative approach to both clients and candidates.
How to land this job
Position your resume to highlight your experience with diversified investment portfolios, emphasizing your exposure to public equities, fixed income, private equity, and venture capital to align with Long Ridge Partners' family office focus.
Emphasize your financial modeling skills, particularly proficiency in Excel, and your ability to conduct competitive benchmarking and market research, especially in media and technology sectors, as these are key responsibilities.
Apply through multiple channels including the Long Ridge Partners corporate careers page and LinkedIn to maximize your chances of getting noticed for the Investment Associate role.
Connect with professionals in Long Ridge Partners' investment or portfolio management teams on LinkedIn; start conversations by referencing recent market trends in private equity or venture capital, or by asking about their experience working in a family office environment.
Optimize your resume for ATS by incorporating keywords from the job description such as 'financial modeling,' 'portfolio management,' 'due diligence,' 'private equity,' 'venture capital,' and 'Excel proficiency' to ensure it passes automated screenings.
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