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About Us.
Kirkland Capital Group is an investment fund manager focused on commercial real estate. We provide bridge financing for the backbone of America, commercial property that is home to small and medium business. This includes multifamily financing that contributes to the rehabilitation of middle-income affordable housing. All of which makes a positive social and environmental impact. For investors, the Kirkland Income Fund provides high-yield fixed-income like returns with a focus on principal preservation.
Fully Remote.
We're proud to be a fully remote company, with team members working from their preferred locations, be it their homes or elsewhere. Our diverse team currently extends across the United States, the Philippines, Bhutan and India. What matters to us is the quality of your work, not just the time you spend on it.
Transparent and Engaged.
Every three months, all team members participate in an online company review session. This review focuses on the company’s objectives and discuss each person’s goals and successes in each work area. It also gives us a chance to assess our triumphs and identify places where we can improve. Additionally, we brainstorm together on ways we can excel further.
Job Opening
Investor Relations (Long-term/Full-time Opportunity)
Remote - location open but must work in a North American aligned time zone.The Role
The Investor Relations Associate works directly with the Chief Investment Officer and the Marketing Content Manager. This position demands a strategic, client-centered, and teamwork-based approach to support our investor relations and business development efforts.
While procedures and processes have been set up, as part of your role you'll have the chance to help enhance, fine-tune, and advance these procedures and processes. Additionally, you will be a part of helping to identify areas where we can increase our use of AI to boost our operations, streamline processes, and reduce risks, then help bring these ideas to fruition.
Watch a video about the role by the hiring manager.
What will you do?
Investor Relations Strategy: Assist senior management in developing and executing the investor relations strategy to effectively communicate our company’s vision, performance, and growth prospects.
Content Creation: Prepare high-quality investor presentations, reports, newsletters, and other communication materials to engage and inform current and potential investors.
Market Research: Conduct thorough research and analysis of market trends, industry news, competitor activities, and potential partners to support strategic decision-making.
Event Participation: Organize and facilitate meetings, calls, and events with existing and prospective investors and partners, ensuring seamless execution.
Database Management: Maintain and update the investor relations and business development database and CRM system, ensuring accurate and comprehensive records.
Due Diligence and Deal Support: Assist with investor due diligence processes, investor on-boarding, and post-investment relationship management to ensure successful outcomes.
Financial Reporting: Support the preparation of quarterly and annual financial reports, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and providing insights to senior management.
Investor Engagement: Develop and maintain strong relationships with investors through regular communication and updates, addressing inquiries and providing timely responses.
Strategic Initiatives: Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align investor relations activities with overall business goals and support strategic initiatives.
About You
We are looking for someone who unequivocally says "yes, that's me" to the descriptions below.
Technical Skills:
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite: Especially PowerPoint and Excel for creating presentations and analyzing data.
Research and Analytical Skills: Ability to conduct market research, analyze financial statements, and provide insights.
CRM and Database Management: Experience with maintaining and updating CRM systems and databases.
Communication Skills:
Excellent Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills to prepare investor presentations, reports, newsletters, and other materials.
Interpersonal Skills: Ability to build and maintain relationships with investors, partners, custodians.
Presentation Skills: Comfortable presenting complex information in a clear and engaging manner.
Personal Attributes:
Detail-Oriented: Attention to detail to ensure accuracy in reports and presentations.
Organized: Strong organizational skills to manage multiple tasks and projects efficiently.
Problem-Solver: Ability to handle challenging situations and provide effective solutions.
Independent and Collaborative: Capable of working independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
Adaptable: Comfortable working in a dynamic and rapidly changing environment.
Flexible: Ability to handle tight deadlines and prioritize tasks effectively.
Team Player: Enjoys working in a collaborative and supportive team environment.
Positive Attitude: Brings a positive and enthusiastic approach to their work.
Passion and Motivation:
Interest in Investments and Innovation: A genuine passion for the investment industry and staying updated with industry trends.
Proactive and Initiative-Taking: Willingness to take the initiative to improve processes and contribute to strategic planning.
Who you'll work with:
Chris Carsley, Chief Investment Officer: decades of experience in fund management, investment finance, and due diligence; built out the financial models and processes for the KCG entities. Voracious reader and researcher.
Brock Freeman, Chief Operating Officer: decades of experience at the intersection of finance and technology; expert at operations optimization, and real estate debt processing and due diligence. Solutions > Answers.
The current team at KCG who are at the top of their game, focused on growth for themselves, the team, and the company.
Benefits
Fully remote role with some flexible hours.
12 paid days off (two work weeks + two holidays).
Health care coverage.
USD $60,000 - $84,000 base salary. First year $69,000 to $100,800 with bonus.
Annual profit sharing and performance bonus.
Work in the prestigious investment fund industry.
Small company where you have influence and your opinion matters.
Terms: An initial 6-month contract. After completing six-months at KCG with a strong performance review, a change to full-time employment.
Our Values
Delight our clients.
Act like owners.
Be humble.
Foster education.
Share what we learn.
Diversity & Inclusion
We at Kirkland Capital Group believe diversity versus merit is a false dichotomy; they’re often one and the same. We trust in an atmosphere where all ideas are heard, diverse perspectives are valued, and decisions are made based on merit.
Pre-Employment Background Check
All offers are contingent upon the candidate successfully passing a credit and criminal background check.
How to Apply
Are you more than your resumé? Certainly, you are! This is the reason our process starts with a screening assessment where you have the chance to shine no matter your “formal” experience or educational background. Yes, we still want to see your resumé if you meet the assessment requirements; however, your great test results can vault you over other candidates with more experience or education.
Follow these instructions carefully:
Start by taking the Intelliscreen assessment for this role using the button below. Set aside an hour of uninterrupted time to complete it. You can also upload your resumé. We recommend using your laptop or desktop computer.
Upon completion of the assessment, we will review your results and send them to you, regardless of the outcome.
If your results meet our criteria, we'll review your resumé and invite you to a text chat to learn more about you.