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You may ask "how can fund administration be exciting?". It can be if it is at the forefront of technology and within the venture capital and private equity space. Reach out to me, Shubhi Nigam or James Yorston to find out more. #venturecapital #privateequity #hiring #tech

Tech-Folk - Can you move from a bank to a Hedge Fund? The short answer is yes...but not for the reasons you'd immediately think I got asked this most recently yesterday. Banks are big, Funds are small ---- Banks favour vertical structures, Funds favour flat ---- Banks put weight on corporate titles, Funds largely don't ---- Banks like to heavily define a role, Funds like people to create their own role ---- Banks spread risk across people and functions, Funds put responsibility into single people and expect delivery The list goes on; the common threads here are mindset. The people that thrive in Funds are buy-side animals. They want to add value, deliver and collaborate with some of the smartest people in the world, solving some of the most complex problems around. If this is you a Fund is where to go. If you focus more on title, delegation, big teams, heavy structure etc - it's probably not. And both are fine, what someone wants is what they want. The key is knowing where that exists and positioning accordingly. ~Craig #recruitment #recruiter #hedgefundjobs #bankingjobs #fintechjobs #londonjobs #technologyjobs #technology #fintech #nyc

Five topics from conversations I had last week... 🔵 Hedge Fund and Asset Management vacancies in London increasing 🔵 AI threat to FS jobs in Ireland if no investment in Front Office roles 🔵 The days of £multimillion sign ons in UK Hedge Funds seem to be over 🔵 Candidate pain points in applying to direct jobs on LinkedIn 🔵 Mix of using your network and a recruiter when searching for a new role If anything there resonates with you or you'd like to discuss further please don't hesitate to get in touch. Would love to discuss further. Thanks for reading and hope it helps. Please like / share / comment /repost and it might reach someone that it could really help. #financialservicesrecruitment #hedgefunds #assetmanagement #frontoffice #buyside #dublinjobs #londonjobs

📈 Exciting News in the Finance World! 🚀 While investment banks may be trimming their teams, the biggest multistrategy hedge funds are on the rise and actively hiring! 🌟 Recent reports reveal that some of the largest firms are expanding their ranks, collectively adding thousands of new investment professionals in the past year alone. 💼💰 These hedge funds, functioning like small investment banks, operate across various strategies to navigate and excel in diverse market conditions. Their growth underscores their significance in today's financial landscape. 📈 But here's the catch - getting into these hedge funds is incredibly competitive! Some of these firms accepted only 0.5% to 1% of applicants last year. 🌟 Exciting opportunities await for those who are up for the challenge! Are you ready to join the dynamic world of multistrategy hedge funds? 💼  Send resumes to alfremaux06@gmail.com #Finance #Investment #Hiring #Opportunity

The Challenges of Venture Capital Fund Operations..... As a recruitment specialist for venture capital funds, I’ve seen first hand the challenges that come with optimising fund operations. Efficient fund management is crucial for growth and maintaining investor trust. Avoid common pitfalls like neglecting streamlined reporting and overlooking regulatory updates, which can lead to inefficiencies and compliance issues. Myths such as thinking smaller funds don’t need outsourcing can hinder performance. Regular and transparent communication with investors is vital for building confidence and trust. Main Points to Remember: • Efficient management supports growth and investor trust. • Neglecting streamlined reporting can lead to compliance issues. • A fractional CFO brings expertise without the full-time cost, enhancing operational efficiency and strategic decision-making. Looking for fractional finance talent to streamline your fund operations? #FractionalCFO #FundAccounting #VentureCapital #VC #FundOperations #FundRecruitment #FSBPartners

This message is for anyone looking to hire talent in NYC on their operational due diligence team or any alternative investments manager who would like to hire an ODD expert to consult with them on that part of the sales process. 👉 Please consider reposting this message As a hiring manager, a recommendation from someone I trusted was gold. I only write these recommendations for people who I know very, very well and who I know will make me look like a genius for the introduction. I will not benefit from this post other than the endorphin rush one gets from making a good connection. We are all entitled to our own views on the ODD process, but I know this fact: ✨ these people are like free consulting to make your fund better ✨ Typically, they will visit for one day and the really good ones will point out every flaw in your business and then will tell you exactly what you need to do to fix it. This woman was my client a decade ago. She would come in annually and I knew that if we weren’t prepared for her, it was going to be painful, and we’d have no one to blame but ourselves. She is passionate about improving fund managers and that is what makes her so good. She prefers the flexibility to perform substantive, deep dive reviews of potential investment managers. She has no interest in just checking boxes. She has 16 years of experience conducting operational due diligence on hedge fund and PE/PD managers. Her resume is a list of prestigious institutional investors that you'd expect would have robust ODD capabilities. Besides a thorough understanding of back office best practices that you’d anticipate from an ODD specialist, she also has many unique hard skills including a deep understanding of the following: ERISA, LPA & PPM drafting, SBC & SMA structures, direct lending agreements (for co-invests), all kinds of entity structuring, and UCITS and non-US structures. She has reviewed hundreds of funds and products and is easily able to weigh in on new product creation from a limited partner’s standpoint. She has domestic and international experience. She speaks Russian fluently 🔥 Most importantly, she is a good human. She’s easy to work with, pleasant to be around and would be a fantastic addition to any team. This position should be in NYC, CT or remote. Full time in-office requirement is fine. Send me a message if you have an opportunity that you'd like her to consider.

PE/VC Fund Managers: Are Spreadsheets Sabotaging Your Operational Growth? Are outdated spreadsheets and manual processes slowing down your fund operations? Private Equity and Venture Capital managers face growing complexity in fund operations—from managing capital calls to portfolio monitoring and investor reporting. Yet, many firms still rely on spreadsheets to handle these tasks. This isn’t just inefficient—it’s risky. The cost of human error, delays in reporting, and lack of scalability can lead to serious operational challenges. I know a manager who sorted a spreadsheet incorrectly—leading to a $1 million error. Not a mistake you want on your watch. In today’s competitive landscape, automation in fund operations isn’t just beneficial—it’s becoming the standard. Platforms like LemonEdge, Allvue, and InvesTran streamline critical functions, such as capital flows, performance tracking, and investor communications. These tools increase efficiency, reduce friction, and allow your team to focus on high-impact activities like portfolio management and investor relations. I’ve seen that many fund managers still rely heavily on manual processes, leading to inefficiencies and unnecessary risks. These types of costly errors happen more often than many managers realize. Automation mitigates these risks, allowing your firm to scale confidently and maintain a competitive edge as assets under management grow without adding unnecessary headcount or complexity. Many firms have transitioned from outdated workflows to automated operations, transforming fund operations from a bottleneck into a competitive advantage. For example, automating performance tracking can cut data turnaround by 50%, allowing GPs to provide timely insights to investors and make faster, more informed decisions. What are the most significant operational challenges you’re facing as you scale? #FundOperations #PrivateEquity #VentureCapital #FundManagement #Automation #OperationalEfficiency #InvestmentManagement #ScalingFunds #Fintech #AlternativeInvestments

We are working with a Small/Mid Cap fund who have recently raised a new fund and looking to further build their team with the additional hires: 1. Associate = Professionals with strong financial technical skill with a background in PE, IBD, Advisory or consulting. English is a plus but not necessary. 2. VP/Director = Experienced PE professional. Some exposure to Healthcare/Pharma or Manufacturing deals would be a plus. English is a plus but not necessary. 3. IR & Fund Raising = Since they have raised their next fund and seeing growth, they would like to hire a bilingual professional to help with future fund raising and IR actives as they plan to target international investors. Level around Associate-VP 👋 If you are: A. Looking for opportunities this year? We can provide information on the current roles available. B. Not ready to change jobs now, but planning for the next 1-2 years? We can offer advice on different career options and help plan opportunities that fit your timeline. 🚀 Lets Chat! Connect and Contact us here on LinkedIn. #Japan #AlternativeInvestment #PrivateEquity #Careers #Buyout

💀 We work with thousands of aspiring VC Managers per year - here's the pitfalls we lost many of those who failed:   🌹 Model Reinvention 🌹 Unsuccessful managers often try to innovate the fund's business model, which can confuse prospective LPs and divert focus from the important fund aspect - the fund's thesis. A confused LP will rarely come into a fund. 🌹 Lack of Thesis Experience 🌹 Some managers disregard their sector expertise to chase current tech trends, like AI. Without their unique edge, their chances of success become slim. 🌹 Side Hustle Approach 🌹 Launching and operating a fund is a full-time gig. You can't balance LP relations, founder meetings, due diligence, compliance, and portfolio management Part-time. LPs expect full-time dedication. 🌹 Instant Wealth Expectation 🌹 Newcomers think they will raise a fund so large they will be rich from the management fees alone. The reality is, first funds are small, and it's likely salary cuts will be incurred until management fees from several smaller-size funds start to pile up. 

How to Build a Private Wealth Distribution Platform for Alternative Asset Managers? As private wealth clients increasingly look to diversify into alternative assets, setting up a robust private wealth distribution platform has become a priority for alternative managers. Here is some of that advice that I have been giving to my clients. ◼️Product Structuring evergreen funds/perpetual vehicles & BDCs that allow for continuous inflows and provide periodic liquidity. These structures cater to HNW clients who need flexibility. ◼️Partnerships Getting on the platforms and partnerships with private banks, wealth management networks, and RIAs to leverage their established client bases and integrate your funds into their portfolios. ◼️Marketing & Education Build out a strong educational content strategy aimed at wealth advisors like webinars, white papers, and thought leadership pieces focused on alternative investments to help the articulate them to their clients. 🔎Who is your competition hiring? ◼️Senior Distribution Professionals:  Head of Private Wealth Distribution or Director of Private Clients with experience in distributing alternative products to HNWI/UHNWI through private banks, RIAs, and family offices. ◼️Product Structuring Experts: Product Development professionals experienced with evergreen funds, perpetual vehicles, or BDCs, ideally someone who has worked in house or in a competitor. ◼️Partnership Development: A Head of Strategic Partnerships is essential to work with private banks, wealth managers, and RIAs. Experience in negotiating distribution deals and integrating alternatives into portfolios is key. ◼️Marketing: Bringing on a Marketing Lead with a deep understanding of alternatives to create strong narrative that resonates with advisors and clients. Bringing in professionals who understand the nuances of both alternatives and private wealth distribution will be the key to long-term success. If you are looking to build out or expand on your private wealth distribution team, reach out!