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Internship
Position:
New Trier Partners, LLC ("NTP") is looking to hire an Intern-Associate to join our private equity firm for Fall 2009/Winter 2010. The Intern-Associate will work closely with the senior management and clients in the development and execution of a wide range of corporate and real estate transactions, assuming significant responsibility from day one. The Intern-Associate will also assist in fund raising and business development activities. This position does not pay a salary.
Intern-Associate responsibilities will typically include:
•Financial analysis of potential investment opportunities, including real estate investments and acquisitions
•Centrally involved in efforts to raise private equity fund
•Discounted cash flow, leveraged buyout and comparable company analysis supporting valuation opinions
•Research on industry transactions
•Management of client and deal partner database
•Significant client interaction
Qualifications:
Qualified candidates must be capable of working both independently and as part of a team in a very entrepreneurial environment. Candidates must also possess excellent written and verbal communication skills, strong analytical and problem solving abilities, an understanding of financial statements and experience using software programs such as Microsoft Excel, Outlook, Word and PowerPoint. Candidates with strong backgrounds in finance and accounting or other quantitative majors are preferred, as are candidates with relevant work experience. Candidates from private equity, investment banking, law backgrounds, corporate development, etc. will be considered. Candidate must have an MBA or enrolled in an MBA program
Firm:
New Trier Partners, LLC is a private equity and real estate investment firm investing committed capital in growth companies and industrial and commercial real estate properties. Our objective is to deliver above-market risk-adjusted returns to our investors through our multi-asset investment strategy. NTP focuses on lower-end middle-market companies in building, construction, remodeling and in-home services for installed product companies across the residential and commercial markets such as building products manufacturers, distributors, building service companies, construction service companies, interior remodeling firms, custom fit and installation products and real estate service companies located primarily in the United States in need of growth capital, management expertise, business development advice and acquisition finance capabilities. We also acquire industrial and commercial real estate properties primarily focusing on sale-leasebacks and acquisitions of properties that are leased to a single tenant under a triple-net lease. In addition to providing an inherent portfolio and return diversification, this multi-asset strategy reflects our investment experience and leverages off of our existing network to originate proprietary deal flow.
NTP is able to bring experience and expertise to niche markets of high quality investment and growth opportunities, often under-served by the private equity market. For more information on New Trier Partners, LLC’s investment characteristics and criteria, please visit our website at www.newtrierpartners.com. Also, you may contact Vanessa Lamarca: vlamarca@newtrierpartners.com for more information.
Two current (as of October 15, 2009) postings at Calamos Investments:
Title: Database/RFP Associate
Date Posted 9/11/2009
Expiration Date
Department Client Relationship Management
Job Description
The Database/RFP Associate is responsible for data collection and maintenance of both internal and external databases. This position is responsible for producing and maintaining compelling and accurate responses to databases, RFPs, RFIs and questionnaires.
Responsibilities:
• Fulfills monthly and quarterly data requirements for updating databases in a timely and accurate manner.
• Manages, maintains and reviews on an ongoing basis database content accuracy and appropriateness; including creating and enhancing standard responses, assisting in the product positioning and interpretation of Calamos products.
• Analyzes data and identifies trends; utilizes this information to prepare communication pieces for the investment and marketing departments.
• Builds relationships with other functional groups to gather current and prospective information on product development, firm vision, etc. in coordination with data group, portfolio management, sales, investment performance analysts, finance and legal staff.
• Maintains content of RFP knowledgebase software tool and maintains records and metrics for RFPs completed, wins/ losses, and enhancements of relationships for management review.
• Documents standard operating policies and procedures.
• Identifies ways to continually improve quality, delivery, availability and overall department service.
• Serves as a backup to other CRM Associates during heavy workflow.
• Fulfills special project requests as needed.
• Performs related duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s degree required.
• 4 - 6 years experience in the financial services industry in a product management, proposal writing, marketing communications or other similar role.
• Series 6, 7 or 65 licenses a plus.
• Thorough understanding of the investment management business, the organization’s products and services and the RFP response process.
• Strong organizational and project management skills; team and service-oriented with the ability to interact with all levels in the organization.
• Ability to work in a fast paced, multi-tasking, deadline driven environment.
• Excellent analytical skills with a high attention to detail.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• PC skills in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook and database applications.
Apply via email to HR1@Calamos.com or mail/fax resumes to:
Human Resources Recruiting Manager: Calamos Investments, 2020 Calamos Court, Naperville, IL 60563-2787
Fax: 630-955-6927
Title: Marketing Associate
Date Posted 9/11/2009
Expiration Date
Department Marketing
Job Description The Marketing Associate is primarily responsible for creating and updating institutional marketing literature, institutional sales presentations and slides, and competitive intelligence reports. This position also works with the Director of Institutional Marketing to write and edit various pieces. The Marketing Associate provides support and handles other administrative functions for the Director of Institutional Marketing, as needed.
Responsibilities:
• Conducts research using a variety of different sources in order to gather data for written and presentation content. Supports data requests from the Director of Institutional Marketing.
• Creates and updates competitive intelligence documents.
• Drafts brief written materials such as eNewsletters and other emails for drip campaigns.
• Provides timely and accurate updates to marketing literature, such as fact sheets, attribution commentary and GIPS documents.
• Oversees all Web site updates and ensures content is accurate and presented in a timely fashion.
• Maintains responsibility for all slide and presentation updates.
• Strives to improve knowledge by reading articles and keeping current with trends in the industry.
• Maintains a strong understanding of the business including financial terminology; has a good understanding of Calamos products, strategies, and organizational structure.
• Performs related duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s degree required, preferably in Marketing, Finance, Communications, Journalism or English.
• Three to five years experience working for an asset manager or financial consulting firm. Experience with institutional marketing preferred.
• Proven project management skills.
• Must have excellent organizational skills with the ability to prioritize tasks and meet multiple deadlines.
• Must have an avid interest in investments and a good understanding of investment terminology.
• Comfortable working with databases. Experience with eVestment, Morningstar Direct and Money Market Directory a plus.
• PC skills in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Adobe products with the ability to learn new programs quickly.
Apply via email to HR1@Calamos.com or mail/fax resumes to:
Calamos Investments
2020 Calamos Court
Naperville, IL 60563-2787
Fax: 630-955-6927
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