Private Assets Product Manager - Sr. Associate

Barings LLC; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

401(k) with match

Fitness Reimbursement Program

Employee Assistance Program

Paid Vacation & Holidays

Commuter Reimbursement

Education Assistance

Charitable Matching Gifts

Job summary

Barings LLC in Charlotte, NC is seeking a Senior Associate Private Assets Product Manager to define, develop and maintain investment products across private asset classes. You will coordinate with legal, compliance, sales, risk, portfolio managers and external partners to ensure successful fund launches and ongoing product governance.

The role requires strong project management, financial modelling and Excel skills, with experience in private assets strategies and a clear communicator for

Qualifications

• CPA/CAIA/CFA or equivalent qualification preferred.
• Practical experience in private assets investment strategies.
• Highly organized, numerate with strong attention to detail and excellent project management skills.
• Advanced Excel skills and proficiency in financial modelling.

Responsibilities

• The Private Assets Product Management role defines, develops, implement and maintain investment products through the lifecycle.
• Support Barings’ Private Assets including Real Estate Equity, Real Estate Debt, Private Equity Solutions, Private Credit and Infrastructure Debt and Equity.
• Project manage and socialize fund launches with stakeholders across Barings.
• Assist with structuring, documentation and financial modelling of new/existing funds.
• Be subject matter expert of fund terms, liquidity and ESG guidelines.

Skills

Advanced Excel skills

Strong communication skills

Project management

Numerate / detail oriented

Education

CPA, CAIA, CFA or equivalent qualification

Job description

Title

Private Assets Product Manager - Sr. Associate

Department

Corporate and Product Strategy

Location

Charlotte, NC

Primary Responsibilities

The Private Assets Product Management role is the internal representative of the investment team, responsible for defining, developing, implement and maintaining investment products, through the entire lifecycle. The candidate will support Barings’ array of Private Assets, including Real Estate Equity, Real Estate Debt, Private Equity Solutions, Private Credit and Infrastructure Debt and Equity. The candidate will support the global team and gain exposure to multiple fund types and structures.

Key areas of focus include:

• Product Launch: Project manage and socialize fund launches with all relevant stakeholders across Barings
• Assist with the structuring, documentation and financial modelling of new and existing funds
• Be subject matter expert of fund commercial terms and mechanics (liquidity, ESG guidelines, performance fees, etc.)
• Maintenance of technical expertise and understanding of evolving regulatory framework, proactively considering efficient responses to change requirements
• Shepherd product launches through Barings governance process
• Build strong relationships with and work alongside firm’s Client Portfolio Managers, Legal, Compliance, Sales, Operations, Investment, Finance and Risk teams, as well as external legal counsel, fund administrators, service providers and investors to ensure effective co-ordination across wide range of stakeholders

Product Maintenance

• Support product level modifications and activities
• Establish and implement consistent internal processes

Qualifications

• CPA, CAIA, CFA or other equivalent qualification preferred
• Practical experience of private assets investment strategies
• Highly organized, numerate with strong attention to detail and excellent project management skills
• Advanced Excel skills
• Clear communicator, both verbally and written for both internal and external audiences or stakeholders

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Barings is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer; Minority/Female/Age/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Individual with Disability/Protected Veteran. We welcome all persons to apply.

Barings offers a comprehensive benefits package including:

CORE BENEFITS & WELLNESS

• Medical (including Virtual Care), Prescription, Dental, and Vision Coverage
• Fitness Center Reimbursement Program (Including Online Memberships)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Fertility Benefits
• FINANCIAL WELL-BEING
• Highly competitive 401(k) Plan with Company Match
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with Company Contributions
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) - Health Care & Dependent Care
• Retirement Health Reimbursement Account
• LIFE INSURANCE Basic and Supplemental Life Insurance
• Spouse and Child Life Insurance
• TIME OFF, DISABILITY AND LEAVE OF ABSENCE
• Paid Vacation, Sick Days and Annual Holidays
• Paid Leave of Absences (Maternity Leave, Parental Leave, Caregiver Leave, Bereavement Time)
• Short and Long Term Disability Plans
• Paid Volunteer Time

OTHER BENEFITS

• Education Assistance Program
• Charitable Matching Gifts Program
• Commuter Reimbursement Program
• Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement Program

Barings is a leading global asset management firm dedicated to meeting the evolving investment and capital needs of our clients. We build lasting partnerships that leverage our distinctive expertise across traditional and alternative asset classes to deliver innovative, institutional-quality solutions and service. Our team-driven culture is based on transparency, responsibility and putting our clients’ interests first. We listen to our clients to understand their needs, so that we can be a strategic advisor and long-term partner in meeting their unique investment goals. Risk management and protecting our investors’ capital over the long term is an essential component of our lasting partnerships. Barings is also committed to building long-term relationships with our associates and providing opportunities and support to help them succeed. With our expanding business and global footprint, Barings offers a wealth of opportunities for associates who share our culture, values and commitment to excellence in client service. As an organization, we believe that a diversity of perspectives and strengths is essential to meeting the evolving needs of our clients, and we are committed to attracting and retaining a talented workforce as diverse as the clients and communities that contribute to our success.