Description
iCapital is seeking a Vice President to join the Research and Education team. The successful candidate will oversee and conduct operational due diligence on prospective and current investments.
Responsibilities:
- Conduct comprehensive operational due diligence on investment opportunities, including site visits, interviews with senior members of the non-investment team, service provider confirmations, and detailed analysis of operational processes.
- Assess external fund managers, focusing on private equity, private credit, hedge funds, and real assets.
- Identify, evaluate, and mitigate operational risks associated with potential and existing investments.
- Prepare and present detailed operational due diligence reports, summarizing findings and providing recommendations.
- Perform ongoing monitoring of fund managers to ensure compliance with established standards and identify material risks.
- Engage in ad-hoc projects to support the Alternatives platform.
- Collaborate with Investment, Legal, and Compliance teams to ensure a holistic approach to due diligence and risk management.
- Stay updated on industry trends, regulatory changes, and best practices in operational due diligence and risk management.
- Mentor and train junior members to foster a culture of continuous improvement and professional development.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in finance, business administration, accounting, or a related field. An MBA or relevant professional certifications (e.g., CPA, CFA) is preferred.
- 10-15 years of experience in operational due diligence, risk management, internal audit, or a related field within the investment industry.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to synthesize complex information.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present findings clearly and persuasively.
- Exceptional attention to detail and a commitment to delivering high-quality work.
- Proven project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects and meet tight deadlines.
- Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
Benefits:
- Competitive total compensation package consisting of salary, bonus, and equity.
- Base salary range: $155,000 CAD to $185,000 CAD.
- 100% of the premium for all Group Benefits for you and your dependents.
- Unlimited Paid Time Off (PTO) and flexible work arrangements.