Associate, Investor Relations

HarbourVest Partners; Frankfurt; Hybrid; EUR 45.000 - 75.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

An established industry player is seeking an IR Associate to join their dynamic Investor Relations team. This role offers a unique opportunity to support Account Managers throughout the fundraising cycle, from prospecting to closing commitments. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment, leveraging strong analytical skills and attention to detail to drive impactful results. With a focus on collaboration and innovation, this position encourages professional growth and the chance to make a significant contribution to the firm's success. If you're passionate about finance and eager to develop your career in a supportive environment, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifikationen

• 1-3 years in alternative investment, investment banking, or asset management.
• Strong analytical and project management skills required.

Aufgaben

• Support Account Managers in fundraising cycle and client engagement.
• Conduct market research and prepare presentations for senior management.

Kenntnisse

Analytical Skills

Project Management

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Attention to Detail

Self-Starter

Fluency in German

Fluency in English

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Ausbildung

Bachelor of Arts or Science (BS/BA)

Tools

Salesforce

Microsoft Excel

Jobbeschreibung

Job Description Summary

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 days minimum per week in the office in Frankfurt.

HarbourVest has a global Investor Relations team focused on institutional clients. Partnering with HarbourVest, clients have access to customized solutions, longstanding relationships, actionable insights, and proven results.

As such, HarbourVest is seeking to hire an IR Associate to support the account manager in DACH as part of the EMEA IR Team.

The ideal candidate is someone who has:

• Strong analytical and quantitative skills with attention to detail

• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, handle multiple projects

• Highly passionate/ motivated (self-starter)

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal

• Strong work ethic; genuine passion for excellence and constant improvement

• Strong project management skills

• Highly proficient in Microsoft Office applications, especially Excel

• Fluent in German and English (professional) and preferably one additional European language (French, Italian, Spanish, Dutch)
  

What you will do:

• Supporting Account Managers across the whole fundraising cycle (Prospecting, Pipeline Management, Marketing Materials, DD-Phase, Finalist Presentations and Closing of Commitments).

• Supporting Account Managers in developing and further expanding HarbourVest brand in DACH e.g. preparing investor teach-ins/ learning exchange materials and memos

• Supporting investors due diligence requests and coordinate investors queries

• Creating presentations and memorandums for senior management

• Market research and competitor analysis

• Leveraging investment activities and fundraising across all funds/ customized solutions to create bespoke update email templates

• Working closely with global Marketing team, RFP team, Client Services team and other firm wide functions across all seniority to win new clients and support on cross selling activities

• Performing client segmentation analysis and competitor analysis to increase market penetration in DACH and EMEA regions

• Preparing tailored Salesforce / Preqin reporting and analysis

• Analyzing and preparing internal presentations on fundraising, and assisting with setting up targets for the region

• Cash flow modelling for existing and new commitments
  

Education Preferred:

• Bachelor of Arts or Science (BS/BA) or equivalent experience
  

Experience:

• 1-3 Years of experience in alternative investment, investment banking/ asset management, or product specialist types of roles

• Profound knowledge in MS Office and experience in Salesforce