Vice President, Alternatives Advisory Practice

1 week ago


Chicago, Illinois, United States Northern Trust Full time
About Northern Trust

Northern Trust is a globally recognized, award-winning financial institution with a rich history dating back to 1889. As a Fortune 500 company, we pride ourselves on providing innovative financial services and guidance to the world's most successful individuals, families, and institutions. Our commitment to service, expertise, and integrity has enabled us to build a reputation as a trusted partner in the financial industry.

Job Description

The Alternatives Advisory Practice is a key component of Northern Trust Asset Management, working closely with our Global Family Office practice to provide customized Private Investments and Hedge Fund solutions. Our team collaborates with 50 South Capital, a boutique alternatives provider within Northern Trust, to deliver exceptional investment and operational diligence.

Key Responsibilities
  • Analyze potential private fund investment opportunities, including buyout, growth equity, venture capital, and private credit, as well as hedge funds, evaluating track records, strategies, and teams to make informed investment recommendations.
  • Identify and cultivate relationships with fund managers in the U.S. and Europe to position Northern Trust for investment, involving travel primarily within the US and to a lesser extent certain European countries.
  • Conduct research across private markets, identifying trends and developing investment theses to inform investment decisions.
  • Monitor existing fund portfolios and develop insights into fund performance to optimize investment outcomes.
  • Collaborate with clients on servicing efforts, portfolio implementation, and strategy development.
  • Assist with special projects as needed, such as writing industry white papers and compiling ad hoc reports.
Qualifications
  • Strong analytical and judgment skills to assess both quantitative and qualitative aspects of an investment.
  • Ability to represent the group before investors, other LPs, fund managers, placement agents, attorneys, and leverage providers.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills to work in a collegial, team-oriented environment.
  • Strong communication skills, both oral and written.
  • High attention to detail and a strong work ethic.
  • Knowledge of the private investments industry, including deal structures and various participants in the private credit ecosystem.
  • Understanding of private fund investments, portfolio construction, and fund leverage/cash management.
  • Intellectual curiosity and a humble approach to investing.
  • High proficiency in Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Experience
  • Undergraduate degree required, MBA highly preferred.
  • 5-10 years of work experience, preferably in private equity, private credit/lending, investment banking, consulting, or other alternatives asset management; direct principal investing experience a plus.


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