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Sr. Associate – Investor Relations

HarbourVest | Beijing, China

Job Summary

Support the development and growth of the firm’s client base of separate account initiatives; assist in sales support and meeting follow up with qualifying leads; and monitor fundraising pipeline. Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, in Mandarin and English. BS/BA or equivalent. 5+ years in institutional or financial sales and service, preferably in private equity.

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For over 40 years, HarbourVest has been home to a committed team of professionals with an entrepreneurial spirit and the drive to deliver impactful solutions to our clients and investing partners. As our global firm grows, we continue to add talented 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 maximizes the potential of both the individual and the firm.

HarbourVest is an equal opportunity employer.

We are seeking a result driven, energetic and ambitious Senior Associate to join our Investor Relations team to assist HarbourVest China senior management to plan and execute our China strategies. The Senior Associate will support the development and growth of our client base of separate account initiatives; assist in sales support and meeting follow up with qualifying leads; and monitor fundraising pipeline.

This position will be a hybrid work arrangement.

What You Will Do:

* Strengthen and support the firm’s interactions with existing as well as prospective clients in China
* Be actively involved with investment professionals and members of the client relations team to ensure clients’ requests are met on a consistent basis
* Work closely with the entire global client relations team, including marketing communications and client service and assist in RFP process as well as presentations preparation for clients and prospects
* Participate in client service activities including reporting, training and advisory projects in the local language
* Provide input for marketing projects (presentations, annual meeting, reports, communications, website, etc.)
* Assess and pursue possible cross sell opportunities for clients in China
* Identify potential business partners in China to visit and arrange meetings for self or others

Education:

* BS/BA or equivalent
* MBA a plus

Experience:

* Minimum 5 years in institutional or financial sales and service, preferably in private equity

What You Bring:

* Private equity knowledge
* Strong interpersonal skills
* Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, in Mandarin and English

The ideal candidate is someone who is:
* Strongly client service oriented
* Able to work independently and as part of a team
* Hungry for success
* A team player
* Willing to travel

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  • Min Education: BA/BS
  • Min Experience: 5 years

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