Fundraising Support Associate, Fundraising & Investor Relations | The Riverside Company ($130k - $150k)
Location: New York
The Riverside Company is a global investment firm focused on being one of the leading private equity and flexible capital options for business owners and portfolio company employees at the smaller end of the middle market by seeking to fuel transformative growth and create lasting value. Since its founding in 1988, Riverside has made more than 1,000 investments. The firm's international private equity and flexible capital portfolios include more than 150 companies. For more information, visit www.riversidecompany.com.
The Riverside Company is committed to providing equal opportunity for all qualified applicants and embraces the diversity of its people and encourages all underrepresented groups to apply. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States.
JOB FUNCTION
The Fundraising Support Associate will be a crucial member of their 20+ person Fundraising & Investor Relations team in their New York office. This role involves supporting team members across all fund families, conducting research to identify potential Limited Partners (LPs), and assisting with outreach initiatives. The Associate will also collaborate in planning roadshows, conferences, and events, maintain LP data within CRM systems, and gather LP intelligence to inform fundraising strategies. They will work closely with the entire team to facilitate timely responses to LP due diligence queries and coordinate the organization and management of LP events/conferences. This role requires exceptional organizational skills, strong communication abilities, and a team- and goal- oriented mindset.
RESPONSIBILITIES
The Fundraising Support Associate will work out of the New York office. Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Directly support assigned team members in specific coverage areas across all fund families, ensuring a clear view of current and future engagement opportunities.
Conduct thorough research and prospecting to identify and qualify potential LPs.
Support the creation and ongoing management of target lists and pipelines, tracking interactions and engagement.
Assist with outreach initiatives to engage new and existing LPs.
Collaborate in the logistical planning of roadshows, conferences, and events.
Regularly update and maintain LP data within the firm’s CRM system (DealCloud), ensuring accuracy, timeliness and completeness.
Gather LP intelligence and undertake research projects to inform fundraise strategies.
Work closely with Product Specialists to facilitate timely responses to LP due diligence queries.
Assist in organizing and managing LP meetings, events and conferences, including on-site due diligence meetings, webinars, and informal gatherings, ensuring a high level of professionalism and attention to detail.
DESIRED SKILLS & EXPERIENCE
Bachelor’s degree in business, finance, or a related field.
Minimum of 2 years of experience in a supporting capital raising and relationship management in private markets, preferably in private equity
Proficiency with CRM systems and third-party private markets databases.
Expert proficiency in Microsoft Office.
Exceptional organizational skills and the ability to prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills with a proven ability to interact with a range of stakeholders.
Drive to win as part of a team and a demonstrated ability to work collaboratively well as independently.
Commitment to maintaining confidentiality and handling sensitive information with discretion.
Upholds Riverside values.
Ability to work in the New York office a minimum of 3 times per week.
Riverside offers a competitive total rewards package with a salary range of $130,000-150,000 plus annual bonuses, robust benefits, and generous Paid Time Off (PTO). To learn more, please contact recruiting@riversidecompany.com.