Director of Alternatives Consulting
New York, NY
Investments /
Full Time Permanent /
Hybrid
Location: New York
Who We Are
Arootah is an early-stage advisory and coaching firm specializing in Alternative Investment & Family Office Advisory, Executive & Leadership Coaching, and Talent Acquisition & Development. Founded by Rich Bello, co-founder and former COO of Blue Ridge Capital, Arootah leverages deep industry expertise to drive peak performance for executives, teams, and firms across the alternative investments landscape.
Our Services Include:
Advising alternative investment managers with operations, due diligence, compliance, business development, and marketing strategies
Providing fractional expert advisors in key operational areas for emerging and established investment firms
Offering executive, life, health, and career coaching for individuals
Delivering talent acquisition and leadership development solutions
Developing SaaS applications for enterprise and consumer use
What we are looking for:
The Director of Alternatives Consulting will play a pivotal role in shaping the strategic direction of our advisory services for hedge funds and family offices. This individual will be responsible for developing and executing innovative strategies to enhance client relationships, drive business growth, and differentiate our offerings in the market. The successful candidate will possess a deep understanding of the hedge fund and family office landscape, coupled with strong leadership and strategic planning skills.
Key Responsibilities:
- Strategic Planning: Develop and implement a comprehensive strategic plan for the advisory services division, aligned with the company's overall objectives and growth targets.
- Client Relationship Management: Build and maintain strong relationships with key clients in the hedge fund and family office sectors, serving as a trusted advisor and strategic partner.
- Business Development: Identify opportunities for new business development within the hedge fund and family office market, including potential partnerships, alliances, and strategic initiatives.
- Market Analysis: Stay abreast of market trends, regulatory changes, and industry developments affecting hedge funds and family offices, and leverage this knowledge to inform strategic decision-making.
- Team Leadership: Provide leadership and guidance to a team of advisors and specialists, fostering a culture of excellence, collaboration, and innovation.
- Expert Network Development: Grow and manage a network of advisors and subject matter experts in areas relevant to hedge fund and family office advisory services, ensuring access to specialized expertise as needed.
- Risk Management: Oversee risk management processes and procedures to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and industry best practices.
- Performance Measurement: Develop and implement key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure the success and effectiveness of advisory strategies, and make data-driven recommendations for continuous improvement.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business Administration, or a related field; MBA or advanced degree preferred.
- Minimum of 10 years of experience in hedge fund and family office advisory, with a proven track record of success in strategic planning and business development.
- Deep knowledge of hedge fund and family office structures, investment strategies, and industry dynamics.
- Strong leadership skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate teams towards common goals.
- Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
- Demonstrated ability to think strategically, analyze complex issues, and develop innovative solutions.
$160,000 - $200,000 a year
Perks With Us:
Work for a well-funded disruptor in the finance, leadership, and technology space.
Culture of inspired continuous improvement in all areas of business and life.
Autonomy in your work.
The ability to work remote (though we expect this person to be based in the NYC Metro area).
The estimated base salary for this role is $160,000 – $200,000 with additional incentives including bonus and equity.
Competitive benefits including 401k with a match, Health, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance.
This is a remote position (though we expect this person to be based in the NYC Metro area), and we are a fully remote organization at present other than meetings in NYC and seminars and various events / networking opportunities that are done in NYC and elsewhere. However, we are in the process of establishing a physical office space in NYC to promote collaboration, cultural enhancement and client-facing opportunities. While we recognize that there are major pros to remote work, we also recognize the value of in-person connection and are embracing a hybrid approach for those who we feel it makes the best sense for in the organization. Our goal is to create an environment that best supports our mission that will include both remote excellence and meaningful in-person engagement.
