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Full-Time

Alternative Investments Product Specialist

Washington D.C

Posted on 10/18/2024

CAIS

CAIS

201-500 employees

Platform for accessing alternative investments

Fintech
Financial Services

Compensation Overview

$150k - $200kAnnually

+ Performance Bonus

Senior

Washington, DC, USA

Focus on client relationships within Registered Investment Advisors and Independent Broker Dealers in the Greater Washington D.C. Area.

Category
Investment Banking
Private Equity
Finance & Banking
Required Skills
Sales
Salesforce
Requirements
  • 5+ years of external sales experience in the alternatives space
  • Bachelor’s degree in business, economics, finance, or a related discipline required
  • Exceptional organizational and interpersonal skills
  • Impeccable written and verbal communication skills
  • Self-starter who takes initiative and learns quickly in a fast-paced environment
  • Strong commitment to continuous professional development and improvement of the team
  • Excellent client service aptitude and attitude
  • Excellent working knowledge of Microsoft Suite and Salesforce
  • Series 7 and 63
Responsibilities
  • Initiate and execute new client relationships within Registered Investment Advisors and Independent Broker Dealers in the Greater Washington D.C. Area
  • Develop expertise on all CAIS investment products; Hedge Funds, Private Equity Funds, ’40 Act Funds, Equity and Debt Syndicate and Structured Solutions Service existing client relationships and fulfill any requests for assistance or information
  • Prepare presentations and materials for client meetings
  • Coordinate and execute tailored product launch strategies
  • Coordinate manager due diligence and selection processes both in terms of breadth and investment quality, with the overall aim of providing best in class investment products to our clients
  • Assist in the planning and execution of roadshows and conferences
  • Assist in the creation of product marketing collateral
  • Work alongside the sales team on client pitches, product positioning and sales campaigns
  • Build excellent working relationships across multiple lines of business and corporate functions in collaboration with product onboarding
  • 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 independent wealth managers and improve their clients' portfolio diversification.

Company Stage

Series B

Total Funding

$306M

Headquarters

New York City, New York

Founded

2009

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

9%

1 year growth

15%

2 year growth

25%
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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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