Alpha Alternatives - Front & Middle Office - Manager

About Lionpoint & Alpha Group

Lionpoint Group, a leading global consulting firm, stands out for its operations transformation and technology enablement solutions tailored to the alternative investments market. Our consultants, with their deep understanding of private equity, real estate, infrastructure, and private debt, offer strategic advisory, operating model optimization, technology roadmap and solution selection, and systems integration. These services tackle the intricate operational and technology challenges across the front, middle, and back office. Established in 2014 in New York, Lionpoint joined Alpha FMC in 2021, becoming an integral part of Alpha Group. As a Manager, you will play a crucial role in our operations, contributing to our continued success and growth.

Alpha Group offers a comprehensive suite of services to the asset and wealth management industry. Their ability to cover all aspects of a project, from strategy and advisory to implementation and delivery across all asset types and systems, is unparalleled. They provide clients with a sense of security, offering practical, actionable advice backed up by the ability to implement.

 

Manager – Job Description

Based in Germany (with potential travel within Europe), you will carry out consulting engagements and manage projects for prestigious clients and leaders in asset management in areas including:

• Investments and Portfolio/Asset/Fund Management
• Operations & Outsourcing
• Client & Digital Transformation
• Regulatory, Compliance & Risk
• Data and Artificial Intelligence
• ESG & Responsible Investment
• Operational Benchmarking
• M&A Pre-Deal & Integration

We offer you the opportunity to embark on an exciting career:

• Planning and implementation of national and international consulting projects around asset and wealth management
• Developing strategies and driving high-quality work products within expected timeframes and on budget
• Monitoring progress, managing risks and ensuring key stakeholders are kept informed about the progress of the project and expected outcomes to ensure client efficiency
• Developing and maintaining long-term client relationships and networks
• Developing know-how recognised by the major players in the financial industry and participation in the growth of the leader in asset management consulting
• Active participation in the setup and development of the German location
• Proactive involvement/support or management of one or more internal business areas
• Keeping up with current business and industry trends relevant to the client's business
• Participating in the development of the firm's practices and commercial development

 

Role Requirements (Skills, Experience and Qualifications):

• 5+ years of consulting experience, ideally gained at top financial institutions or consultancy firms
• An understanding of market trends, drivers and outlook of the asset and wealth management market
• First-class communication, presentation, and problem-solving skills with an excellent command of Microsoft Office
• Proven track record in client relationship development. This should include examples of client account support/ management and preferably geared towards supporting business development/ sales initiatives
• Stakeholder management and influencing skills with clients, colleagues, and junior team members
• A strong ability to work in a team, professional motivation and initiative to be able to take on much responsibility right from the start
• Strong academic background
• Fluency in English and German is required. Other languages are a plus
• Willingness to travel within Germany as well as internationally
• Bonus: Continuing education in the form of relevant certifications (e.g. PMP, CAPM, CAIA, CFA, Prince2, Lean Six Sigma)

What we can offer you – an inspiring work environment

• Flat hierarchies, short decision-making processes and an international and dynamic working environment
• Motivating atmosphere and a professional & collegial team
• Flexible and mobile working, use of state-of-the-art technology and a well-developed IT infrastructure
• Development of a career network
• First-class career opportunities through individual support, a strong global Alpha Group network and demanding project work