Corporate Development Assistant

Simon Group Holdings • Birmingham, MI

16d

About The Position

Simon Group Holdings (SGH) is a family office located in Birmingham, Michigan. The organization started with the founding of Atlas Oil in 1985 by Sam R. Simon and has grown to include a number of key operating entities and investments within the energy sector, real estate, private equity, venture capital, and sports (amongst others). The Corporate Development function at SGH focuses on: Identifying, closing, and implementing strategic initiatives and growth objectives for SGH’s operating companies. Identifying, assessing, and leading negotiations for strategic business strategies and mergers & acquisitions that align with SGH’s long-term vision. Building and managing a pipeline of growth initiatives, from concept through execution. Connecting the dots with key relationships and organizations/businesses for our portfolio of companies. Providing assistance to SGH’s legal function. Oversight of SGH’s marketing function. Collaborating amongst SGH companies and bringing best practices and working together for the benefit of all by optimizing people and assets across the portfolio. Position Summary: The Corporate Development Assistant reports to and supports SGH’s VP – Corporate Development on a day-to-day basis. The ideal candidate is detail oriented and brings a high level of energy, passion for growth, and the character to always do “the right thing.” The candidate will embrace an entrepreneurial fast-paced culture, is hands-on, and can assist the firm’s next phase of growth. Competency in the areas of organizational processes, project management, business operations, and/or legal support services is required. Basic knowledge of energy, oil & gas, legal, and/or power industry is preferred. We are looking for an outstanding candidate with the personal drive and vision to take the firm and its operating companies to the next level, with various opportunities for professional growth.

Requirements

• 1-3 years of general administrative support experience, including work experience with project management and/or legal assistance.
• Expertise and working technical knowledge of Microsoft Office suite.
• Excellent communication and relationship building skills.
• Willingness to work in an entrepreneurial organization where the only constant is change.

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with the energy, power, oil & gas, and/or manufacturing sector preferred.

Responsibilities

• Identifying, Tracking, and Following Through on Action Items : Supporting the VP – Corporate Development by identifying, tracking, and following through on key action items for all ongoing initiatives for operating companies.
• Project Management : Supporting the VP – Corporate Development’s current initiatives by assisting with follow up and status of current initiatives across the SGH portfolio.
• Organization : Assist in filing and maintaining complete and accurate corporate records as it relates to the Corporate Development functions and operations.
• Basic Legal Assistance : Assist in completing basic operational and legal documents for portfolio companies and potential new business, including, but not limited to, credit applications, subscriptions and renewals, NDAs, payment setups, and vendor applications.
• Stakeholder Relations : Maintain positive relations with key customers, vendors, lenders, shareholders and other stakeholders.
• Other Duties as may be Assigned : SGH is an entrepreneurial organization and prides itself on being nimble with the ability to pivot at a moments notice.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed