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The Research & Fund Communications team plays a critical role in analyzing, creating, and communicating market, industry, and fund-related content across multiple channels. The team helps shape Future Standard’s brand as an industry thought leader and supports the broader sales and distribution organization in raising capital for Future Standard’s offerings. As an Associate, you will take on a more strategic role within the team—driving content development and collaborating with senior stakeholders to ensure high-quality, impactful communications.

REQUIRMENTS:
— Demonstrate deep fluency in private markets – including private credit, private equity, real estate and infrastructure – and a strong understanding of investment structures and terminology.
— Contribute and, at times, lead the creation of high-quality research and fund-related materials, including commentaries, outlooks and thought leadership pieces.
— Exhibit exceptional writing skills with the ability to craft persuasive, cogent and concise content for internal and external audiences (writing samples will be required).
— Drive collaboration across Marketing, Investment Management, Legal, and Compliance to ensure timely and accurate delivery of research and communications.
— Develop, oversee and refine the team’s library of market-related and fund presentations and databases across public and private markets.
— Track and benchmark the performance of FS and competitor funds, providing insights to senior stakeholders.
— Creating expertly written, research-based materials discussing views and outlooks on various asset classes and investment strategies.
— Manage multiple projects under tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment, occasionally requiring work outside normal business hours.
— Build strong relationships with peers and senior-level managers, serving as a trusted resource and contributor to strategic initiatives.

QUALIFICATIONS:
— Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Accounting, or International Business preferred; experience in computer science a plus.
— 3–5 years of relevant experience (investment or economic research, investment management, investment banking, accounting, or related field).
— Proven ability to produce high-quality, error-free work under tight deadlines.
— Excellent written and verbal communication skills; strong aptitude for persuasive and concise writing.
— Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office (PowerPoint and Excel).
— Familiarity with AI tools such as Microsoft Co-Pilot and experience implementing technology to optimize processes.
— Experience with Bloomberg and one or more private market databases, including Pitchbook, Preqin or Burgiss or preferred.
— Experience with Bloomberg, S&P Capital IQ and Macrobond a plus.
— Strong financial modeling and organizational skills.
— Demonstrated ability to build relationships and collaborate effectively with senior stakeholders.
— Progress toward CFA or CAIA designation is a plus but not required.

Future Standard is a global alternative asset manager serving institutional and private wealth clients, investing across private equity, credit, real estate and infrastructure. With a 30+ year track record of value creation and $86 billion in assets under management, we back the business owners and financial sponsors that drive growth and innovation across the middle market, transforming untapped potential into durable value.1

1. Total AUM estimated as of September 30, 2025.

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