Job Description Summary
For over forty years, HarbourVest has been home to a committed team of professionals with an entrepreneurial spirit and a desire to deliver impactful solutions to our clients and investing partners. As our global firm grows, we continue to add individuals who seek a collaborative, open-door culture that values diversity and innovative thinking.
In our collegial environment that’s marked by low turnover and high energy, you’ll be inspired to grow and thrive. Here, you will be encouraged to build on your strengths and acquire new skills and experiences.
We are committed to fostering an environment of inclusion that promotes mutual respect among all employees. Understanding and valuing these differences optimizes the potential of both the individual and the firm.
HarbourVest is an equal opportunity employer.
This position will be a hybrid work arrangement, which translates to 3 days minimum per week in the office.
The ideal candidate is someone who has:
- Proven project management experience and the ability to multi-task.
- Outstanding writing, editing, and proofreading skills, with strong attention to detail and adherence to brand standards.
- Ability to “connect the dots” between client requests, market trends, and business goals to create impactful materials.
- Excellent communication skills, especially in working with senior management and cross-functional teams.
- ·Capacity to work independently and as an excellent teammate.
What you will do:
RFPs & Client Presentations (80%)
- Develop and lead PowerPoint presentations that communicate HarbourVest’s key messages to clients and prospects, using Seismic (content management system).
- Collaborate with internal teams (marketing, investor relations, investments, compliance) to customize presentations for client updates, HarbourVest-sponsored events, and on-site due diligence meetings.
- Maintain workflow for presentations to ensure updates, reviews, and timely delivery using Salesforce for assignment tracking.
- Translate investment concepts into persuasive, visually cohesive presentations aligned with HarbourVest’s brand standards.
- Coordinate and lead all aspects of RFPs, RFIs, and DDQs, and fundraising inquiries serving as project lead to ensure timely completion of client-related materials.
- Partner with Compliance to ensure all materials adhere to SEC marketing guidelines and maintain appropriate documentation for approvals.
Administrative Support & Content Management (20%)
- Update and maintain HarbourVest’s global content management and support related reporting efforts.
- Collaborate with global teams (APAC, Boston, EMEA) to align marketing initiatives and improve communication strategies worldwide.
- Stay current with industry practices and ensure consistent messaging and tone across all materials.
- And other responsibilities as required
What you bring:
- Experience with financial markets, private equity, or investment management concepts.
- Proficiency in MS Office (especially PowerPoint, Word, and Excel) and familiarity with cloud-based tools like Seismic; Salesforce, and Loopio experience is a plus.
- A can do demeanor!
Education Preferred
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent with strong academic credentials.
Experience
- 1-3 years of experience in marketing, financial services, or investment management, with a focus on presentation development and RFP processes.
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What We Do
HarbourVest is an independent, global private markets firm with 40 years of experience and more than $92 billion assets under management as of December 31, 2021. Our interwoven platform provides clients access to global primary funds, secondary transactions, direct co-investments, real assets and infrastructure, and private credit.
