Strategy and Operations Associate - North America

73 Strings; New York (NY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 126,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading FinTech firm as a Strategy and Operations Associate. This role offers the opportunity to collaborate closely with senior leadership while driving strategic initiatives and enhancing operational efficiency. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in business administration, with 5-7 years of relevant experience. The position demands excellent communication skills and an analytical mindset to navigate the challenges of a dynamic industry.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Benefits package commensurate with experience

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of hands-on experience in a consultancy, Big 4 or investment bank required.
• Experience in asset management and alternative asset valuation preferred.
• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Regional Head on strategic initiatives.
• Support day-to-day operations and streamline processes.
• Conduct market research and provide analytical insights.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Analytical mindset

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Finance, or a related field

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Strategy and Operations Associate - North America

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About 73 Strings

73 Strings is a global FinTech leader revolutionizing the analysis, valuation, and monitoring of illiquid assets. Our AI-driven platform streamlines data extraction, standardization, and fair value estimation, empowering asset managers and investment professionals to achieve unparalleled clarity and efficiency. Serving a diverse, global clientele—from major private equity firms to dynamic growth funds—we deliver insights with exceptional speed and accuracy. In February 2025, we successfully closed a $55 million Series B funding round led by Growth Equity at Goldman Sachs Alternatives, with participation from Blackstone Innovations Investments, Golub Capital, Hamilton Lane, and Broadhaven Ventures.

About 73 Strings

73 Strings is a global FinTech leader revolutionizing the analysis, valuation, and monitoring of illiquid assets. Our AI-driven platform streamlines data extraction, standardization, and fair value estimation, empowering asset managers and investment professionals to achieve unparalleled clarity and efficiency. Serving a diverse, global clientele—from major private equity firms to dynamic growth funds—we deliver insights with exceptional speed and accuracy. In February 2025, we successfully closed a $55 million Series B funding round led by Growth Equity at Goldman Sachs Alternatives, with participation from Blackstone Innovations Investments, Golub Capital, Hamilton Lane, and Broadhaven Ventures.

Position Overview

We are seeking a proactive Strategy and Operations Associate to support our Regional Head of North America based in New York. In this role, you will i) assist in driving and implementing regional strategies, ii) assist in coordinating cross-functional initiatives, iii) help in the execution of business operations and iv) help in ensuring effective communication across departments within the region and globally. This role will work closely with the counterpart in EMEA (London). This is an excellent opportunity to gain exposure to senior leadership and contribute to the growth and operational efficiency of 73 Strings.

Key Responsibilities

• Hands-on Support to (strategic) projects: Collaborate with Regional Head to develop and implement strategic initiatives that align regional operations with overall company goals. Assist in overseeing cross-functional projects, ensuring timely delivery and alignment with regional priorities and bringing hands-on expertise
• Operational Assistance: Support the streamlining of some day-to-day operations as needed.
• Research and Data Analysis: Help keep apprised with market trends and innovations, provide analysis, insights, and recommendations to support informed decision-making by the Regional Heads.
• Communication & Facilitation: Serve as a point of contact to ensure clarity and alignment between the Regional Heads, senior management, regional teams and external stakeholders. Lead internal meetings on behalf of the Head of the region as required.
• Problem Identification: Assist in identifying challenges and opportunities, managing risks, and devising solutions to support regional growth and operational efficiency. Present summaries in an organized and digestible manner to foster internal discussions and advance to resolutions.
• Marketing and Thought leadership: Help organize and deliver, along with the Marketing teams and other relevant teams, on the Go-to-market strategy and different workstreams (whether events, webinars, thought leadership, follow-ups with prospects, etc).
  
  

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Finance, or a related field; 5-7 years hands on experience in either a top-tier consultancy, Big 4 (strategy, transaction services) or investment bank.
• Experience and knowledge of the asset management industry and technical skills around the valuation of alternative assets preferred.
• Exposure to Saas/Fintech or start up environment an advantage but not required.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Very strong excel and PowerPoint skills.
• Analytical mindset with a proactive approach to problem-solving.
• High level of professionalism and commitment to organizational values.
• Willingness to work from the office a minimum of 2 to 3 days per week.
  
  

Compensation

Competitive salary and benefits package commensurate with experience.

This role offers an exceptional opportunity to work closely with regional leadership at a rapidly growing FinTech firm backed by top tier financial institutions. As a Strategy and Operations Associate, you will play a key role in supporting strategic initiatives and driving operational excellence across key global markets.

We cultivate a culture of innovation and collaboration, where your ideas matter. We empower our team members to take initiative, learn continuously, and thrive in a supportive environment.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

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