Description
Company Description
RVK is an independently owned, national firm with headquarters in Portland, OR and regional offices in Boise, ID, Chicago, IL, and New York, NY. We provide unbiased investment consulting services to nearly 200 clients, including corporations, public retirement systems, Taft-Hartley funds, nonprofit organizations, operating reserve funds, high-net-worth individuals and families, and other special purpose funds. The heart of RVK is our team-centered approach to client service, provided by our experienced team of investment consulting professionals.
Job Description
The Senior Associate – Private Markets Manager Research is responsible for a wide range of investment manager research projects participating in the efforts of the Investment Management Research team. This position supports the Investment Manager Research team which leads manager due diligence at RVK. The Senior Associate is responsible for a wide range of investment manager research projects.
Duties and Responsibilities
Assist Investment Manager Research team in the discovery and evaluation of investment managers
Assist with capital market research and evaluation
Maintain research tools and proprietary databases
Communicate continually with investment managers for data collection, product awareness and meeting scheduling
Assist with cash planning projections on behalf of RVK clients
Communicate with Manager Research Consultants and members of RVK’s Consulting Teams regarding investment manager searches and research reports
Maintain current with industry news and developments
Assist with special ad-hoc projects
Requirements
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Finance or Economics
Five (5) years of investment consulting, asset management, or other relevant industry experience.
Preferred Qualifications
Chartered Financial Analyst® designation and/or Master’s degree preferred
Experience researching or working with private real estate, private credit, or private equity managers
Ability to communicate effectively coupled with strong interpersonal skills
Strong written and oral communication skills
Ability to excel in a deadline-driven environment
Ability to travel (averages 2-5 days per month)
Familiarity with research database tools such as Preqin, Evestment Alliance®, Morningstar®, Markoff Processes International®
Additional Information
Interested candidates must apply via our company website at www.rvkinc.com under Career Opportunities. Please submit a cover letter detailing how your experience aligns with the job requirements.
Only candidates who meet the qualifications will be contacted. No phone calls, faxes. No solicitations from staffing agencies please.
RVK is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin. We are currently only recruiting those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1, H-1, H-2, L, B, J, or TN or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are currently not eligible for hire.
