Chief of Staff to the CIO

Sagard overview: 

Sagard Holdings (“Sagard”) is a multi-strategy alternative asset manager with professionals located in Canada (Montreal, Toronto), the US, Europe and Asia. Since 2016, Sagard has grown exponentially. Assets under management have expanded from US$500M to more than US$27B and Sagard’s team of diverse professionals has grown from 50 to more than 400 team members.

Sagard invests across four asset classes: private equity, credit, real estate, and venture capital. Sagard was founded by Power Corporation of Canada as a complement to its global investment holdings and serves as one of its key strategic priorities with strong, long-term growth objectives. 

Sagard’s entrepreneurial DNA is palpable across our entire team and is a platform built by entrepreneurs, for entrepreneurs. Sagard looks to generate attractive returns by matching investment opportunities with flexible capital solutions and pairing entrepreneurs with teams that have deep industry knowledge. Sagard develops long-term partnerships and empowers the growth of its investments through a unique global network of portfolio companies, limited partners, advisors, and other valued relationships. 

Sagard is a UN PRI signatory and strives to measure and assess the social and economic impact it has on the people and businesses within our network, as well as on our society as a whole. 

More at https://www.sagard.com/ 

Position Overview:

The Chief of Staff will play a critical role in supporting the Chief Investment Officer and driving strategic initiatives across Sagard's investment platforms. This individual will act as a trusted advisor and partner to the CIO, providing leverage and operational support while contributing to the overall success of Sagard's investment strategies.

Your Responsibilities: 

• Support the CIO across internal and external initiatives by providing leverage on their time (meeting and presentation preparation); 
• Support  the CIO with strategic activities at Sagard Holdings;
• Lead handful of investment initiatives under CIO sponsorship including strategic planning;
• Support the CIO in the operations of platforms by tracking OKRs, hiring; preparing leadership meetings and quarterly offsites;
• Support all reporting to investors and coordination with IR, Finance and investment team; 
• Support coordination of investment team and value creation team activities;
• Support the CIO in board work at investee companies.

Experience and Qualifications:

• 5+ years of experience in a strategic or operational role within the investment management industry, preferably with exposure to private markets (e.g., private equity, venture capital).
• Bachelor's degree in business administration, finance, or a related field.
• Experience working closely with senior executives, providing support and contributing to strategic decision-making.
• Proven track record of leading and managing projects, including strategic planning and execution.
• Experience in investor relations, fundraising, or client communication is an asset.
• MBA or CFA designation is considered an asset
• Exceptional organizational and project management skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships with stakeholders at all levels.  

Our ideal candidate:

• Strategic thinker: Possesses strong analytical and strategic thinking skills, with the ability to identify opportunities and develop innovative solutions.  
• Effective communicator: Communicates clearly and concisely, both verbally and in writing, and can adapt communication style to different audiences.
• Collaborative partner: Excels at building relationships and working collaboratively with cross-functional teams and external stakeholders.
• Results-oriented: Driven to achieve results and make a tangible impact on the organization.
• Highly organized and detail-oriented: Able to manage multiple priorities and tasks efficiently and effectively.
• Adaptable and resourceful: Thrives in a dynamic environment and can adapt to changing priorities and challenges.

Join Sagard and become part of a collaborative, entrepreneurial culture that values diversity, innovation, and excellence.