Capital Markets Mentor

Initio Capital; New York (NY); Remote; USD 275,520 - 688,800; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible onsite and remote work opportunities

High earning potential based on contributions

Networking with industry professionals

Job summary

A financial advisory platform is seeking Capital Markets Mentors to provide high-level guidance to fund managers and investors. The role is designed for experienced individuals with backgrounds in capital markets, aiming to connect strategy with execution. Mentors will advise on issues such as fund formation, capital raising, and deal structuring, while enjoying flexible compensation options based on monetary contributions. This non-traditional role emphasizes autonomy, advisory expertise, and networking within the private capital ecosystem.

Qualifications

• Experienced operators with a proven track record in capital raising and deal execution.
• Ex-investment bankers or fund managers preferred.
• Ability to provide high-level strategic guidance.

Responsibilities

• Advise fund managers on capital strategy and fundraising.
• Support deal sponsors with structuring and diligence oversight.
• Mentor analysts and deal scouts in transaction execution.

Skills

Advisory on capital strategy

Fund formation expertise

Deal structuring knowledge

Strong mentoring abilities

Networking skills

Job description

Independent Contractor Role
Initio Sphere — Private Capital Ecosystem
https://initiosphere.org

Compensation:
$200–$500/hour or transaction-based earnings, depending on scope, deal size, and advisory engagement

About Initio Sphere

Initio Sphere is a private capital ecosystem where capital meets talent. We connect fund managers, investors, operators, and analysts through real deal flow, institutional frameworks, and curated relationships.

Capital Markets Mentors are a key advisory tier—providing strategic, high-touch guidance on capital markets, fundraising, and deal execution, while benefiting from earning opportunities and enhanced credibility across the ecosystem.

Role Overview

Initio Sphere is onboarding Capital Markets Mentors to provide strategic, operational, and capital-markets-focused guidance to fund managers, investors, and deal sponsors.

This is not a traditional employment role. Mentors operate as independent contractors, activated through a verification and approval process.

Once approved, Capital Markets Mentors:

Advise on fund formation, capital raising, deal structuring, and market strategy

Mentor analysts and deal scouts, building internal transactional and capital-markets expertise

Access curated deal flow, earning opportunities, and platform-driven exposure

Build a verified Mentor Track Record within the Initio Sphere ecosystem

This role is ideal for experienced operators, ex-investment bankers, fund managers, or senior consultants with a proven record of capital raising, deal execution, or investment strategy leadership.

What You’ll Do (Approval-Based)

Approved Mentors may:

Advise fund managers on capital strategy, LP engagement, and fundraising positioning

Support deal sponsors with structuring, diligence oversight, and negotiation strategy

Mentor analysts and deal scouts on modeling, diligence, and transaction execution

Provide portfolio advisory services, operational insights, and value creation guidance

Participate in curated introductions with institutional investors or co-investors

Capital Markets Mentors focus on high-level strategic guidance and relationship-driven deal activation. They do not handle day-to-day transactional modeling unless approved.

Eligible Advisory Areas

Fund formation, capital raising, and LP communications

Deal structuring, investment committee support, and transaction strategy

Operational or portfolio company advisory

Mentorship and technical training for analysts and scouts

Investor relations and network strategy

Approval is granted based on experience, track record, and demonstrated ability to advise on real transactions.

Compensation & Deal Economics

Hourly rates: $200–$500, based on experience, track record, and engagement scope

Transaction-based incentives may be earned for advisory on closed deals

Payments issued after completion of advisory milestones or deal closure

No cap on earning potential for consistently high-value contributions

How Mentors Get Activated

Submit a Capital Markets Mentor application with background, track record, and deal history

Complete verification and category approval

Get promoted within the Initio Sphere platform

Begin working with funds, sponsors, analysts, and scouts on approved engagements

This ensures selectivity, credibility, and direct access to live private market transactions.

Compliance Notice

Provide investment advice to the public

Solicit securities

Market investments outside approved channels

Represent Initio Sphere in a regulated capacity

All advisory work must comply with applicable securities laws and focus on strategic guidance, mentorship, and deal support.

Who This Role Is For

Ex-IB, PE, VC, or senior fund executives with a proven capital-markets and transaction record

Experienced operators or founders with strong deal networks

Senior advisors who can mentor and elevate analysts and scouts

Professionals seeking high-touch advisory roles with transaction and capital markets exposure

Why Join Initio Sphere

Direct access to fund managers, investors, and live deal flow

Monetize expertise without traditional employment constraints

Build reputation and credibility across a high-signal ecosystem

Mentor and develop top-tier analysts and deal scouts

A single platform for advisory, capital, and professional growth