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Full-Time

Office of COO Vice President

Posted on 7/26/2024

CAIS

CAIS

201-500 employees

Platform for accessing alternative investments

Consulting
Fintech
Financial Services

Compensation Overview

$125k - $155kAnnually

+ Performance Bonus

Senior, Expert

New York, NY, USA

Category
Strategy Development
Business & Strategy
Required Skills
Communications
Management
Confluence
Requirements
  • 5+ years of experience in strategy, the executive office, project management, or operations within the financial services industry
  • Bachelor’s degree in business, economics, finance, or a related discipline required
  • Exceptional organizational and interpersonal skills
  • Impeccable written and verbal communication skills
  • Proven ability to work effectively with senior executives and cross-functional teams
  • Self-starter who takes initiative and learns quickly in a fast-paced environment
  • High level of integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and project management tools
  • Experience using Confluence and Airtable preferred
  • Project Management Professional (PMP) certification preferred
Responsibilities
  • Assist the COO in developing and implementing strategic plans and initiatives
  • Conduct research, analyze data, and provide insights to support the strategic decision-making process
  • Monitor industry trends and competitor activities to identify opportunities and threats
  • Prepare presentations, reports, and communications for the COO, ensuring consistent messaging and alignment with the company’s vision
  • Act as a liaison between the COO and other executives, departments, and stakeholders
  • Plan and organize executive meetings, including agenda setting, follow-ups, and action item tracking
  • Lead and manage special projects as assigned by the COO, coordinating with key project stakeholders to ensure timely completion and successful implementation of these initiatives
  • Facilitate communication and collaboration between the project team and other key stakeholders to ensure alignment with the firm’s goals and objectives and timely delivery
  • Identify and escalate risks to project deliverables, and work with management to plan mitigation efforts
  • Maintain project tracking tools and other resources including Confluence and Airtable to ensure all project information is accurate, up to date, and accessible
  • Produce regular reports that effectively and proactively communicate project status to stakeholders and executive level management
  • Evaluate existing processes and identify opportunities for improvement; proposing and implementing best practices to enhance operational efficiency and productivity
  • Special projects and additional responsibilities to be determined based on capacity, skill, and interest

CAIS offers a platform that simplifies access to alternative investments for financial advisors and wealth managers, allowing them to invest in private equity, hedge funds, real estate, and distressed debt. The platform features a streamlined process for subscribing and reporting, along with CAIS IQ, an educational tool that helps advisors understand alternative investments. CAIS stands out from competitors by ensuring a thorough due diligence process for all funds on its platform, which builds trust with users. The company's goal is to enhance the investment experience for wealth managers and advisors, making it easier to diversify client portfolios.

Company Stage

Series B

Total Funding

$306M

Headquarters

New York City, New York

Founded

2009

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

5%

1 year growth

10%

2 year growth

22%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Partnerships with industry giants like Blackstone and CAPTRUST enhance CAIS's credibility and expand its market reach.
  • The launch of CAIS Live demonstrates a commitment to advisor education and engagement, potentially increasing platform adoption and user loyalty.
  • CAIS's technology-driven solutions, such as CAIS Solutions, streamline the alternative investment process, making it more efficient and scalable for advisors.

What critics are saying

  • The niche focus on alternative investments may limit CAIS's market size compared to broader financial platforms.
  • Dependence on third-party due diligence firms like Mercer could pose risks if these partnerships face disruptions or quality issues.

What makes CAIS unique

  • CAIS uniquely focuses on simplifying access to alternative investments for independent financial advisors, unlike many platforms that cater to a broader financial audience.
  • The integration of CAIS IQ, a personalized learning system, provides a competitive edge by educating advisors on the complexities of alternative investments, a feature not commonly found in competing platforms.
  • CAIS's robust due diligence process, including third-party evaluations by firms like Mercer, ensures high standards for all funds on its platform, offering a level of trust and reliability that sets it apart.
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