Private Equity/ Investment Banking Career Specialist

Description

Greenwood Project

The Greenwood Project was founded in 2016 based on two core principles :

Students can’t be what they can’t see

There is no lack of talent, only a lack of opportunity.

GP’s mission is bold, essential and long overdue. We are dedicated to creating opportunities for qualified Black and Latino college students to attain high-trajectory careers in financial services through rigorous training and internships.

At Greenwood Project, we don’t just talk about change; we are the catalyst for it, breaking barriers and building a more inclusive and diverse financial industry.

Our people are the foundation that allows us to achieve our ambitious goals. Becoming part of the Greenwood Project team means joining a group of driven, passionate and intellectually curious individuals.

To work here is to be crucial to the organization’s success.

Private Equity / Investment Banking Career Specialist

Reporting to the CEO, the Private Equity / Investment Banking Career Specialist's priorities will be to support Greenwood Project scholars toward career pathways into private equity and investment banking.

Additionally, the Private Equity / Investment Banking Career Specialist will support the design and development of effective systems to prepare students for internships in the finance industry.

With the goal of students achieving full-time job offers, the Private Equity / Investment Banking Career Specialist ensures students are sufficiently prepared with professional skills, private equity and investment banking-specific knowledge and understanding to support their job performance during their summer internships.

The Private Equity / Investment Banking Career Specialist will manage a cohort of college students, supporting them through various methods, including but not limited to 1 : 1 coaching, small group development sessions, large group professional development, online coursework, and on-site events.

As a member of the Greenwood Project team and a key driver of student experience and success, the Private Equity / Investment Banking Career Specialist will additionally support the development of our learning pathways and roadmaps, curriculum, evaluation tools, and other key impact measures.

This unique opportunity allows you to have a significant and meaningful impact on the success of our scholars.

Key Responsibilities

• Support and coach a cohort of Greenwood Project scholars through hybrid, virtual, and in-person experiences with the aim of completing a successful junior-year private equity or investment banking summer internship.
• Evaluate and track scholar success on internal rubrics and roadmaps.
• Collect, track, and manage data relevant to the performance of students and regularly wrap up and report out that data to the team and other relevant stakeholders.
• Develop and oversee systems for student support that are grounded in best practices for coaching and cohort development.
• Research and understand best practices from organizations across sectors and use insights to support the continual improvement of coaching and cohort procedures and experiences.
• Manage and develop scholar relationships that support retention and success through their lifecycle in the Greenwood Project program.
• Develop and oversee private equity and investment banking partner feedback systems to ensure scholar success during their internships.
• Support the strategic build-out of the program, including planning for scaling systems and structures for student development, and private equity and investment banking internship success.
• All other duties, as assigned.

Education and Experience

A note to potential candidates : Multiple studies have shown that BIPOC and other candidates from marginalized populations are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they meet every single one of the qualifications in a job description.

Greenwood Project is committed to building a diverse, equitable, and inclusive organization and finding the best candidate for the job.

We would strongly encourage interested individuals to apply, even if they don't believe they meet every one of the qualifications described below .

Strong emphasis will be placed on the following key experiences and role-related skills :

• Completed bachelor’s degree or equivalent. Master’s Degree preferred. Relevant subject areas preferred.
• Minimum 2 years of experience within the Financial Services industry, specifically in Investment Banking or Private Equity.
• Ability to work with people from diverse backgrounds and think critically about the intersections between identity and job performance.
• Ability to design feedback loops and protocols related to improving job performance.
• Ability to work cross-functionally and on a team to align programs or products to meet the needs of multiple stakeholders.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the demonstrated ability to use data to drive decision-making.
• Ability to design systems to track and monitor data; strong Excel skills preferred.
• Excellent presentation skills, both oral and written, and the ability to tailor presentations to a variety of audiences.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
• Ability to occasionally travel to program and partner events or attend some evening or weekend events.
• Desire to operate in a start-up environment.
• Strong ethics and integrity, with a commitment to upholding the highest standards of professional conduct.

Benefits

Equal Employment Opportunity Policy

The Greenwood Project is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age, religion, ancestry, marital status, familial status, or any other legally protected classification federally or in the State of Illinois.

The Greenwood Project does not discriminate in its activities, educational programs, hiring practices, or employment practices as required by Title VI, IX, and Section 504.

Compensation and Benefits

We are based in Chicago but this role offers the possibility of remote work. The salary range for this role is commensurate with experience.

A comprehensive benefits package includes employee health care, dental and vision coverage, disability insurance, as well as a 401(k) plan and generous paid time off.

If you thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment and are eager to be part of a team dedicated to creating opportunities for qualified college students while driving meaningful change, we encourage you to apply for this role at Greenwood Project.

Shared Values

Cultural Competency : All team members strive to build a working knowledge of the historical, social, and economic history of this country with a particular value for diverse identities, ideas, and experiences.

As team members, we consistently work to acquire and apply cultural knowledge and adapt to the cultural context of various communities.

We are reflective and often think about the impact of our actions, words, and thoughts on various components of their and others’ intersectional lines of identity.

We strive to self-monitor our various layers of privilege and push the organization to be the strongest collection of voices possible.

• Influence and Impact : We value learning about the working styles and preferences of others and strive to adapt our approach to maximize the success of everyone on the team.
• Strategic Thinking : We critically analyze inputs and think through the long-term outputs of the organization, working to create systems and structures that are scalable and sustainable.
• Self-Direction : Our team members operate with both initiative and follow-through to ensure that we can operate in ways that build trust in each other.
• Balance : We value in-person collaboration and independent, flexible work. For our Chicago-based employees, we have a hybrid schedule, with most associates finding a balance between office and home.
• Growth : We want your career to be satisfying for the long term. If you want to try a new project or attend a meeting with another group, we welcome it.

We want you to learn, stretch and grow as much as you want.

Greenwood Project is a non-profit organization that envisions a finance industry without barriers to entry or advancement.

The organization is on a mission to introduce Black and Latino college students to careers in finance through rigorous training and internships.

With over 70 percent of Greenwood Project scholars entering the field, the organization seeks industry partners to open their doors for internships.