Full-Time

Alternative Investments Internal Associate

RIA Channel

Confirmed live in the last 24 hours

CAIS

CAIS

201-500 employees

Platform for accessing alternative investments

Fintech
Financial Services

Compensation Overview

$85k - $125kAnnually

+ Performance Bonus

Junior, Mid

New York, NY, USA

Flexible, hybrid in-office model; no minimum number of days in office required.

Category
Asset Management
Private Equity
Finance & Banking
Required Skills
Salesforce
Requirements
  • 2-3+ years of applicable experience, alternative asset management or private wealth management industry preferred
  • A Bachelor’s degree; concentrations in Economics, Finance or Business
  • High degree of intellectual curiosity
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications
  • Salesforce experience a plus
  • Series 7 & 63 licenses REQUIRED
  • Hard working and eager to learn in a highly intellectual, collaborative environment
  • Well organized and detail oriented
  • Enthusiastic about developing and implementing ideas
  • Self-starter, able to work autonomously as well as within a team
  • Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills
  • Knowledge of finance, investment management industry, and Alternatives is highly desirable
Responsibilities
  • Provide support to senior members of the Business Development team whose objective is to build and deepen relationships with CAIS clients and prospects
  • Develop exceptional CAIS product knowledge, alternative asset class knowledge, and industry knowledge
  • Act as a point of contact for existing investors and be responsible for leveraging the full resources of the firm to coordinate responses to all investor inquiries
  • Coordinate client meetings and conference calls with CAIS clients and Asset Managers on the platform

CAIS provides a platform that simplifies access to alternative investments for financial advisors and wealth managers. This platform allows users to invest in asset classes such as private equity, hedge funds, real estate, and distressed debt, which are not typically included in traditional investment categories like stocks and bonds. CAIS's platform features a wide range of investment options, a streamlined process for subscribing and reporting, and an educational tool called CAIS IQ that helps advisors understand the complexities of alternative investments. Unlike its competitors, CAIS emphasizes a thorough due diligence process to ensure that all funds on its platform meet high standards, which helps build trust with advisors and their clients. The goal of CAIS is to transform how independent wealth managers and financial advisors access and manage alternative investments, ultimately helping them diversify their clients' portfolios and improve investment outcomes.

Company Stage

Late Stage VC

Total Funding

$384.2M

Headquarters

New York City, New York

Founded

2009

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

5%

1 year growth

0%

2 year growth

25%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Increased demand for alternative investments, with 85% of advisors planning to increase allocations.
  • Collaboration with Blackstone enhances marketplace offerings with top-tier investment strategies.
  • Integration with Orion expands access to alternative strategies, potentially increasing CAIS's user base.

What critics are saying

  • Increased competition from fintech platforms like iCapital Network could erode market share.
  • Rapid technological advancements may require costly updates to remain competitive.
  • Reliance on third-party due diligence poses risks if partners face operational challenges.

What makes CAIS unique

  • CAIS offers a comprehensive platform for alternative investments, including hedge funds and private equity.
  • The platform integrates educational tools like CAIS IQ to enhance advisor knowledge and skills.
  • CAIS provides independent due diligence through Mercer, ensuring high standards for listed funds.

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