Director, Asset-Back Finance or PE Global Wealth Product Management

Position Overview

POSITION OVERVIEW:  Apollo is seeking a Director to join their expanding New York City-based Product Management team as part of Client & Product Solutions (CPS).  The Director will specialize in one of two areas, either asset backed finance or private equity &/or secondaries with a specific focus on global wealth offerings.

The Director will assist in coordinating new product launches, facilitate material & content required by either funds or prospective investors, support the growth & maintenance of various product lines, manage active fundraise processes & work with internal & external stakeholders.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Partner with Product Management, Client Portfolio Managers (CPMs), and investment professionals to manage all aspects of the Product Management function for products either in our Asset-Backed Finance or Private Equity/Secondaries vertical.
• Collaborate with Product Management, CPMs and other key stakeholders to formulate, update and continuously aim to strengthen Apollo’s strategic messages to both prospective and existing investors with effective and timely presentation material.
• Collaborate on product content and the refresh of materials on a consistent basis; strive to equip sales teams & investment professionals with best-in-class marketing/support (e.g., whitepapers, performance talking points, content for webcasts, etc.)
• Work with Product Team heads to ensure consistency in messaging and information relayed externally.
• Managing aspects of supporting & reporting on active fundraises within their purview.
• Coordinate review meetings with senior management to inform quarterly processes and subsequently synthesize into external messaging.
• Plan and execute client engagement activities in conjunction with client coverage and/or investment professionals.
• Continue to refine and build Apollo’s strategy for engaging with prospective investors in the wealth channel (wirehouses, RIAs, independent broker-dealers).
• Manage drafting and updating of investor-focused fund documents and filings; ensure relevant information on Apollo’s public website is updated and accurate for registered funds under purview.
• Strategize with investment teams to ensure funds are operating optimally and provide consistent feedback loop to Product Management, CPMs, investment professionals and other stakeholders at the firm.
• Assist in and manage external dialogue with other constituents beyond fund shareholders, such as financing providers and ratings agencies.
• Assist with ad hoc projects to support the investment team as needed, with the goal of influencing best-in-class dialogues with clients that drives fundraising

Qualifications & Experience

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE: (Academic, Professional, Relevant Job Knowledge) Commercial mindset

• 7-10 years of relevant work experience in Private Markets Product Management, Fund Marketing and/or Investor Relations, with knowledge of asset-backed finance or private equity/secondaries preferred.  Familiarity with the wealth distribution channel preferred and/or public IR experience viewed favorably.
• Previous experience working on registered, open ended/semi-liquid products, with an understanding of structures & reporting requirements.
• Strong ability to multi-task & pivot between internal & external facing responsibilities at various periods of time.
• Ability to execute on and drive initiatives to the finish line.
• Keen understanding of what drives best-in-class investor experience, supported by substantial financial / investment analytical experience.
• Proven experience working across organizational teams, such as sales distribution and investment professionals, to drive commercial outcomes.
• Strong quantitative and qualitative analytical abilities and research skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to create concise and accurate presentation of investor communications.

Pay Range

The base salary range for this position is listed above. This position is also eligible for a discretionary annual bonus based on personal, team, and Firm performance. Compensation ranges are based on several factors including job function, level, and geographic location. Final offer amounts are determined by multiple factors including candidate experience and expertise, and may vary from the amounts listed here.