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Conduct research and due diligence on private equity funds to develop investment recommendations and monitor portfolios. | Bachelor's degree with up to three years experience, strong analytical and business writing skills, and willingness to travel domestically. | Firm Overview: Cambridge Associates (“CA”) is a leading global investment firm. CA’s goal is to help endowments & foundations, pension plans, and ultra-high net worth private clients implement and manage custom investment portfolios that generate outperformance so that they can maximize their impact on the world. Cambridge Associates delivers a range of services, including outsourced CIO, non-discretionary portfolio management, and investment consulting. Headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts, CA has offices in key markets in North America, the United Kingdom, Europe, Asia, and Oceania. Our worldwide teams ensure our clients benefit from decades of global presence, local expertise, and relationships with the top global investment managers across the world. For more information, please visit www.cambridgeassociates.com. Job Description Summary: The Private Equity Research Team conducts industry research and performs fund due diligence on private equity funds. We cover a wide array of investment strategies including leveraged buyouts, growth equity, and distressed investing. The team is located in Boston, MA and San Francisco/Menlo Park, CA and has three Investment Directors supported by three Investment Analysts/Associates (IAs). Investment Analysts complete an in-depth training program and receive ongoing training and mentorship from senior Investment Directors. Because deep knowledge and experience are important for maximizing an IA’s time at C|A, we are looking for candidates who are interested in growing with our research team for a minimum of 2-3 years. Job Description: Job Responsibilities: Aid senior team members in developing house opinions on private equity fund managers and markets through qualitative and quantitative research and analysis. Utilize analytical frameworks and develop unique analyses to assess private equity funds in terms of organization, investment strategy, performance, fund terms, current portfolio companies, and other key attributes. Help source new investment opportunities through C|A’s network, advisor relationships, and other industry sources; input and track through Salesforce CRM system Monitor existing managers by attending and participating in meetings with fund general partners and other senior personnel. Strengthen ESG data, analytics, and capabilities that support investment decisions, monitoring and reporting, value creation and best practices Produce investment recommendations and due diligence reports utilized by colleagues and our clients to support investment decisions. This includes meeting summaries with fund managers, in depth due diligence reports, and other periodic research including white papers exploring current topics in the private equity industry. Help lead reference calls with portfolio company CEOs and other industry participants. Serve as a resource to colleagues seeking information on investment opportunities, including data and analysis, comparisons across fund managers, and the opinion of the research team. Prepare for and participate in firm-wide, global meetings to discuss the private equity and venture capital markets. Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree (any major) with a record of achievement. Strong, demonstrated interest in investments with zero to three years of work experience. Strong, analytical and quantitative skills. Demonstrated leadership, integrity and initiative. Demonstrated command of written communication and strong business writing skills. Ability to engage in conversation with internal and external parties, including senior investment managers and references. Strong Excel skills preferred. Ability to work both independently and in a team under tight deadlines. Willingness and ability to travel domestically. All applications must include a cover letter for consideration. Base salary range for this role: Pay Range Minimum: 80000 Pay Range Maximum: 88500 In addition to the listed salary range, this position is eligible for an annual performance-based bonus and a comprehensive, competitive benefits package. Actual placement within the stated salary range will be determined based on factors such as skills, experience, and qualifications, as well as internal equity. The firm is committed to the concept and practice of equal employment opportunity and will not discriminate against any employee or applicant on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or veteran status. It is expected that all employees will follow a similar policy toward their co-workers. Since our founding in 1973, we have been a market leader in building diversified investment portfolios. With 13 offices around the globe and a world-class network of managers, we offer the scale, resources, and networks of a global firm, coupled with the trust, independence, and personal attention of a boutique firm. Introduce yourself to our recruiters and we'll get in touch if there's a role that seems like a good match. Wherever you are in your career journey, we offer a wide range of opportunities and a truly collaborative, diverse environment. Our work helps our clients do good in the world, and we embrace the opportunity to contribute to their positive impact. If you need a reasonable accommodation during your application process, please submit a request to HumanCapital@cambridgeassociates.com that includes your first and last name, email, and type of accommodation(s) requested. If you need a reasonable accommodation for an interview that is already scheduled, please consult with your recruiter.
Assist investment directors by evaluating venture capital and growth equity firms, conducting due diligence, and preparing committee materials. | Requires a bachelor's degree with strong analytical, quantitative, and communication skills, and proficiency in MS Office. | Firm Overview: Cambridge Associates (“CA”) is a leading global investment firm. CA’s goal is to help endowments & foundations, pension plans, and ultra-high net worth private clients implement and manage custom investment portfolios that generate outperformance so that they can maximize their impact on the world. Cambridge Associates delivers a range of services, including outsourced CIO, non-discretionary portfolio management, and investment consulting. Headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts, CA has offices in key markets in North America, the United Kingdom, Europe, Asia, and Oceania. Our worldwide teams ensure our clients benefit from decades of global presence, local expertise, and relationships with the top global investment managers across the world. For more information, please visit www.cambridgeassociates.com. Job Description Summary: Investment Analysts on the Venture Capital team assist Investment Directors (IDs) in the evaluation of venture capital and growth equity firms and the monitoring of current market conditions for the benefit of Cambridge Associates and its clients. The US Venture Capital team consists of four Analysts and Associates (IAs), who work under the supervision of three IDs. Job Description: Job Responsibilities: Coordinate and participate in fundraising meetings and portfolio updates with general partners. Participate in manager assessment process and write summary analyses of each meeting for distribution within the firm. Work with IDs to diligence and underwrite investments in venture capital and growth equity firms. Due diligence responsibilities include attending and participating in on-site meetings; analyzing a manager’s organization, investment strategy, investment performance, and fund legal terms; conducting reference calls with portfolio company CEOs and senior-level professionals; and preparing materials for committee meetings. Serve as a resource to client-facing IDs and IAs seeking current information on venture capital opportunities, including data and analysis, comparison to other fund managers, and the opinion of the research team. Monitor market trends related to fundraising and investment activity and contribute to periodic market updates that are accessed by IDs, IAs, and clients. Prepare materials for and participate in monthly firm-wide meetings in which the global private investments team discusses recent manager meetings and current investment opportunities of interest with client-facing investment directors. Represent Cambridge Associates at annual manager meetings. Qualifications: Received or expected BA/BS in any discipline (minimum GPA of 3.3) Demonstrated interest in venture capital and growth equity asset classes and understanding of its role in a diversified institutional portfolio Boston or San Francisco office Strong writing ability and oral communication skills Strong analytical and quantitative skills Ability and willingness to engage in conversation with managers and references Solid MS Office skills (in particular, Word and Excel) Strong work ethic and ability to work both independently and as part of a team under tight deadlines Excellent project management skills Willingness to travel (US) All applications must include a cover letter for consideration and state their preferred office location Base salary range for this role: Pay Range Minimum: 80000 Pay Range Maximum: 88500 In addition to the listed salary range, this position is eligible for an annual performance-based bonus and a comprehensive, competitive benefits package. Actual placement within the stated salary range will be determined based on factors such as skills, experience, and qualifications, as well as internal equity. The firm is committed to the concept and practice of equal employment opportunity and will not discriminate against any employee or applicant on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or veteran status. It is expected that all employees will follow a similar policy toward their co-workers. Since our founding in 1973, we have been a market leader in building diversified investment portfolios. With 13 offices around the globe and a world-class network of managers, we offer the scale, resources, and networks of a global firm, coupled with the trust, independence, and personal attention of a boutique firm. Introduce yourself to our recruiters and we'll get in touch if there's a role that seems like a good match. Wherever you are in your career journey, we offer a wide range of opportunities and a truly collaborative, diverse environment. Our work helps our clients do good in the world, and we embrace the opportunity to contribute to their positive impact. If you need a reasonable accommodation during your application process, please submit a request to HumanCapital@cambridgeassociates.com that includes your first and last name, email, and type of accommodation(s) requested. If you need a reasonable accommodation for an interview that is already scheduled, please consult with your recruiter.
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