Senior Director, Private Markets

SS&C • New York, NY

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Senior Director will set the vision and direction for a large, multi-functional Private Markets organization and shape and execute its operating model. The role owns the success of the Private Markets business across product strategy, fund accounting and administration, capital accounts, middle office, investment accounting, regulatory reporting, and performance analytics.

The position is accountable for business objectives including P&L and profitability, talent and location strategy, and client satisfaction. The Senior Director will champion products and evolve offerings to meet market and client needs; partner with sales and marketing to accelerate growth and strengthen market presence; and use industry, competitive, and technology insights to inform strategic decisions and create long-term value. This highly visible leader works with executives, clients, and teams across the organization to communicate strategy, performance, and results.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Mathematics, Accounting, or a related discipline.
• 10+ years of relevant experience working for a financial institution and/or fund administrator.
• 5+ years of prior management or supervisory experience.

Nice To Haves

• CPA or CFA.
• MBA.
• Substantive knowledge of middle office operations and the ability to identify ways to generate business and sales.
• Sharp analytical thinking and problem-solving skills for navigating complex financial data and delivering meaningful insights.
• Demonstrated ability to build high-performing teams in a fast-paced, high-accountability environment.
• Ability to communicate financial and securities concepts clearly to a range of audiences.
• Strong focus on accuracy and controls, with a commitment to high-quality, reliable outcomes.
• Ability to perform under pressure, manage competing priorities and tight client deadlines, and drive multiple projects to completion in a deadline-driven environment.

Responsibilities

• Set the vision and direction for a large, multi-functional Private Markets organization and shape and execute a forward-looking operating model.
• Own and drive the success of the Private Markets business, spanning product strategy, fund accounting and administration, capital accounts, middle office, investment accounting, regulatory reporting, and performance analytics.
• Deliver key business objectives, including P&L and profitability, talent and location strategy, and client satisfaction.
• Champion products and evolve offerings in line with market and client needs.
• Partner with sales and marketing to accelerate growth, support business development, and strengthen the firm’s market presence.
• Use industry, competitive, and technology insights to inform strategic decisions and drive long-term value creation.
• Communicate strategy, performance, and results to executives and clients across all levels of the organization.

Benefits

• Medical coverage
• Dental coverage
• Vision coverage
• 401(k) plan with company match
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays
• Parental leave
• Professional development reimbursement opportunity
• Potential consideration for an annual discretionary bonus and/or equity awards, such as restricted stock units or stock options, based on individual and business performance and company discretion

What This Job Offers

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