What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Associate position at Raw Selection?
THE PRIVATE EQUITY FIRM
This Private Equity firm was founded in 2017 and specializes in leveraging data-driven technology to invest in small and medium-sized U.S. businesses. The firm’s mission is to align profit with purpose, fostering equitable access to business growth opportunities while delivering strong returns.
Target sectors include consumer, healthcare, and industrials, focusing on companies with:
- Revenue: $10M–$100M
- EBITDA: $2M–$20M
- Equity Investment: $5M–$30M
The firm’s post-investment approach emphasizes value creation, supporting seasoned management teams while fostering positive community and economic outcomes.
THE CULTURE
The firm promotes a collaborative and supportive culture that values autonomy, transparency, and accountability. Its small and highly motivated team embraces innovation and purpose-driven results while maintaining a no-ego approach to business operations.
VISION
What does success look like in this role?
- Successfully managed the fundraising process, resulting in a minimum of $300M in assets under management for their next fund.
- Seamlessly handled all aspects of Investor Relations, including operational due diligence and investor communications.
- Proactively managed the CRM system and coordinated with placement agents to execute the fundraise.
THE ROLE
The day-to-day role for this position will include the following tasks:
- Supporting the fundraise process by owning the full Investor Relations function.
- Coordinating with placement agents, managing CRM systems, and overseeing investor communications.
- Managing operational due diligence and maintaining the data room.
- Providing support across the entire fund cycle, from pre-fundraise through post-close.
KEY SELLING POINTS OF THE ROLE
- Opportunity to take ownership of the Investor Relations function within a purpose-driven private equity firm.
- High level of autonomy and direct interaction with senior leadership.
- Hands-on involvement in driving the growth and success of a growing firm.
KEY CHALLENGES FOR THE ROLE
- Balancing a fast-paced and high-accountability environment.
- Managing diverse responsibilities while maintaining precision and organization.
YOUR BACKGROUND
The successful individual will be able to demonstrate experience in the following:
- 7–10 years of experience in Investor Relations at a private equity or venture capital firm, or as part of a placement agent.
- Strong familiarity with managing CRM systems, operational due diligence, and investor reporting.
- Proven ability to oversee the full fund cycle, from pre-fundraise to post-close.
YOUR CHARACTERISTICS
The successful individual will display the following characteristics:
- Highly organized with exceptional attention to detail.
- Process-oriented and capable of managing multiple priorities.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
LOCATION
New York, 4 days in-office.
https://www.numbeo.com/cost-of-living/in/New-York
COMPENSATION PACKAGE
Basic Salary: $150,000
Bonus package: 50% (total compensation $200,000–$250,000)
Carry potential depends on experience.
Raw Selection is an executive search firm working exclusively with Private Equity firms and their portfolio companies across Europe & North America.
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