Senior Associate, PCG

Harbourvest Partners • Boston, MA

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About The Position

For over forty years, HarbourVest has been home to a committed team of professionals with an entrepreneurial spirit and a desire to deliver impactful solutions to our clients and investing partners. As our global firm grows, we continue to add individuals who seek a collaborative, open-door culture that values diversity and innovative thinking. In our collegial environment that's marked by low turnover and high energy, you'll be inspired to grow and thrive. Here, you will be encouraged to build on your strengths and acquire new skills and experiences. We are committed to fostering an environment of inclusion that promotes mutual respect among all employees. Understanding and valuing these differences optimizes the potential of both the individual and the firm. HarbourVest is an equal opportunity employer. This position will be a hybrid work arrangement, which translates to 3-4 days minimum per week in the office. Private Client Group - Americas (“PCG”) is part of the Investor Relations Team that is responsible for the fundraising activities of the Firm. PCG focuses on delivering HarbourVest's private markets solutions to the private wealth market primarily through financial intermediaries including wire-houses, regional broker-dealers, private banks, multi-family offices and registered investment advisors. PCG is responsible for the distribution of HarbourVest products in the private wealth channel in the US, Canada and Latin America. This role will be focused on partnering with External Wholesalers to raise capital in the US - by creating and maintaining relationships with financial advisors in the Wire-House/Private Bank, RIA, and Family Office channels in the specified region to drive sales and AUM growth across private and registered funds.

Requirements

• Series 7, Series 63 Required
• Must meet required outbound call/contact activity levels as set by Manager
• Strong MS Word, Excel, and CRM management skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong Capital Markets Knowledge
• Proficient in managing and prioritizing tasks; adept at handling a demanding calendar of client meetings
• Ability to travel

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
• 3-6 Years of related industry experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Provide support to External Wholesalers covering a specific geographical region
• Act as a liaison between External Wholesalers and financial advisors
• Be point of contact with financial advisors to increase sales and deepen existing relationships
• Lead business meeting follow-up activities with prospective and existing advisors, and ensure maintenance of meeting/call notes in CRM
• Understand complex alternative investment capabilities across private and registered investment vehicles and effectively communicate them to prospective clients in a clear and articulate manner, both verbally and in writing
• Maintain a strong understanding of the competitive landscape across strategies, private and registered investment structures, and relevant private wealth platforms
• Communicate effectively with other team members and leaders to ensure a high degree of transparency and collaboration
• Represent the firm with a strong presence that instills trust and confidence
• And other responsibilities as required

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Securities, Commodity Contracts, and Other Financial Investments and Related Activities
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree