Alternative Investments - Internal Associate

CAIS • New York City, NY

2d • Hybrid

About The Position

CAIS is the pioneer in democratizing access to and education about alternative investments for independent financial advisors, empowering them to engage and transact with leading asset managers on a massive scale through a wide variety of alternative investment products and technology solutions. CAIS provides financial advisors with a broad selection of alternative investment strategies, including hedge funds, private equity, private credit, real estate, digital assets, and structured notes. CAIS also delivers industry-leading technology, operational efficiency, and world-class client service throughout the pre-trade, trade, and post-trade experience. CAIS supports over 50,000 advisors who oversee more than $6 trillion in network assets. We are seeking an experienced internal sales professional to join the Alternative Investments Product Specialist team. Qualified applicants will have at least two years of experience in financial services and the capacity to understand a diverse range of technical investment products. Working alongside the Business Development team, this person will help support senior members of the sales team by serving as a point of contact for existing investors and helping drive new business by aiding the sales process. Qualified candidates will have excellent attention to detail and organization skills, a great client service attitude and entrepreneurial spirit.

Requirements

• 2-3+ years of applicable experience, alternative asset management or private wealth management industry preferred
• A Bachelor’s degree; concentrations in Economics, Finance or Business
• Series 7 & 63 licenses required
• High degree of intellectual curiosity
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications
• Hard working and eager to learn in a highly intellectual, collaborative environment
• Well organized and detail oriented
• Enthusiastic about developing and implementing ideas
• Self-starter, able to work autonomously as well as within a team
• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Knowledge of finance, investment management industry, and Alternatives is highly desirable

Nice To Haves

• Salesforce experience a plus

Responsibilities

• Provide support to senior members of the Business Development team whose objective is to build and deepen relationships with CAIS clients and prospects
• Develop exceptional CAIS product knowledge, alternative asset class knowledge, and industry knowledge
• Act as a point of contact for existing investors and be responsible for leveraging the full resources of the firm to coordinate responses to all investor inquiries
• Coordinate client meetings and conference calls with CAIS clients and Asset Managers on the platform

Benefits

• CAIS’ compensation package includes a market competitive salary, a performance bonus, and exceptional benefits.
• CAIS offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes generously subsidized healthcare with 100% employer paid dental and vision insurance, an employer matched retirement plan, wellness programs, and generous PTO and parental leave.
• Additionally, CAIS offers a flexible, hybrid in-office model; for most roles, we do require a minimum of 3 days in office per week.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level