Corporate Associate
CORPORATE ASSOCIATE POSITION
Interested in a front-row seat at an alts-focused financial firm? The global alternatives investment market is projected to double by 2027. The market is growing and so are we. We’re seeking a Spring 2023 graduate to join our in-person team in NYC. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and enjoy solving problems, we’d like to hear from you.
As an entry-level associate, you would be responsible for providing industry and competitor analysis, conducting financial statement analysis, performing paralegal functions and overseeing general compliance work. You will have the opportunity to work directly with our credit investment team, our finance/accounting teams and our legal team and will have regular interaction with all members of the firm. This is the perfect opportunity for an upcoming graduate who wants to break into the finance industry and is eager to learn.
The position reports into the Chief Compliance Officer, however, the role is uniquely split between corporate, compliance and legal functions, providing broad access to the different teams here at CION. We also view this position as a stepping-stone to a larger role within CION – previous hires in this role have been promoted to front-office investment valuation and strategic planning roles. The salary is $70,000.
THE VIEW FROM THE CURRENT PERSON IN THE SEAT
"The role gives a unique, inside look at how an investment fund works, from fund operations to deal-sourcing to working with business development efforts with the sales desk. The role is challenging; CION is dynamic and you will immediately assume a large level of responsibility."
This is a great opportunity for someone with a collaborative mindset and desire to develop in and make an impact on a growing organization. The role provides direct exposure to senior executives and will enable the individual to own projects from the ground up on a daily basis.
ABOUT THE COMPANY
CION Investments is a leading manager of alternative investment solutions designed to redefine the way individual investors can build their portfolios and help meet their long-term investment goals. With more than 30 years of experience in the alternative asset management industry, we strive to level the playing field. We currently manage CION Investment Corporation, a leading publicly-listed BDC, and sponsor, through CION Ares Management, CION Ares Diversified Credit Fund, a globally diversified interval fund.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Providing industry and competitor analysis updates to the sales desk on a frequent basis
- Maintaining competitor analysis models and rolling out new processes to eliminate repetitive tasks and inefficiencies
- Completing financial statement analysis regularly across multiple business lines
- Legal/compliance functions such as: Anti Money Laundering Review; Fulfilling Investor Relations document requests; Contract review; Prepping board of director materials on a quarterly basis; Organizing and maintaining business records on a weekly basis
- Following public credit and equity markets and staying up-to-date on market trends and breaking news
- Running point on due diligence questionnaires from prospective broker/dealers and investors
QUALIFICATIONS
- Spring 2023 College Graduate
- Bachelor’s degree, minimum GPA of 3.3 preferred; a track record of academic excellence. Financial background with strong Excel skills (also familiarity with Bloomberg, Markit, etc.) is a plus
- Ability to manage a variety of transactions and projects simultaneously, operates well in an intense environment
- Resourceful self-starter, able to work autonomously and as team player
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Detail-oriented with exceptional critical thinking and problem-solving abilities