Consultant Relations Specialist

Acadian Asset Management LLC•Boston, MA

2d•$70,000 - $80,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Acadian Asset Management is a global, systematic investment manager at the forefront of data-driven investing since 1986. Headquartered in Boston, with locations in Singapore, London, and Sydney, we manage over $170 billion on behalf of leading institutions worldwide—including pension funds, endowments, foundations, and sovereign wealth funds. We harness advanced technology, rich datasets, and multidisciplinary expertise to help clients navigate complex markets and uncover insights that may be overlooked by traditional approaches. What sets Acadian apart is our people. We foster a collaborative, intellectually curious environment where ideas are tested, diverse perspectives are welcomed, and innovation thrives. We’re united by a shared purpose: delivering effective client outcomes and supporting one another in work that’s both challenging and rewarding. We offer a flexible hybrid work environment, strong benefits, and a casual but focused office culture—all designed to support the meaningful, collaborative work that defines Acadian. The Consultant Relations Specialist position supports Acadian’s investment consultant engagement efforts which encompass aspects of both relationship management and business development. Working with senior members of the team, the position will interface with our consultant partners and requires significant internal collaboration across our Global Client Group, Investment, Operations and Compliance teams. The successful candidate will have an interest in a career in investment management and an understanding of financial markets. Acadian supports a hybrid work environment; employees are on-site in the Boston office 3 days a week.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree, finance/economics background a plus
1-3 years of financial industry experience
Highly proficient in Microsoft Office including Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint and Word
Strong interpersonal communication skills, both written and verbal
Excellent attention to detail and ability to follow through
Superior organization skills and the ability to prioritize time-sensitive tasks
Ability to multi-task and work well under pressure in a fast-paced environment
Team player with strong business judgment and positive attitude

Responsibilities

Facilitate and prepare materials for consultant meetings
Attend meetings/conference calls and write-up notes
Ensure prompt follow up to open issues
Manage and facilitate cash flows
Maintain contacts, opportunities and activities in CRM system
Facilitate targeted consultant communications
Respond regularly to consultant inquiries and manage RFP/RFI/DDQ processes
Provide ongoing qualitative and quantitative data maintenance to third-party consultant databases
Acquire an understanding of Acadian’s business processes and functional groups
Act as a resource for Consultant Relations team members for ad hoc projects
Be seen as a trusted, approachable and reliable contact for both our external consultants and internal teams