Constanter is one of Europe’s largest independent philanthropic organizations, established to promote respect for human dignity, sustainability and social justice. Founded and fully supported by the Brenninkmeijer family-business owners, it serves as an umbrella organization for the Porticus and Laudes foundations, among others.

The Constanter Investment Office manages the foundation’s endowment, with the goal of supporting philanthropic giving in perpetuity. We invest across public, private and real assets using a Total Portfolio approach that seeks to produce superior risk-adjusted returns. We invest with a long term orientation building on strong partnerships.

We believe that positive returns and sustainability go hand in hand. We look for companies and funds to take their environmental, social and governance responsibilities seriously. 

We are a collaborative and high performing team and offer a place where you can thrive and excel. You will work in a fun and highly dynamic environment, and have the opportunity to collaborate with, and learn from expert colleagues.

We are proud to contribute to the family owners' mission of being a Force for Good, helping to build a world that is just and respects the dignity of every human being. By joining our team you will become part of this remarkable journey.

In this role you will contribute your skills and knowledge to the build out of the Investment Risk Management Function within the Constanter Investment Office. You will support the Head of Investment Risk in understanding and advising the Constanter IC and Investment Office on the level and composition of investment risk in particular on illiquid (private) investments.

The Investment Professional will play an important role in providing risk advice in both the origination, deal execution phase as well as the asset management phase of illiquid investments (predominantly PE, Real Assets and Property). Furthermore, the Investment Professional will contribute to the measurement and monitoring of investment performance and risk of the total portfolio and is involved in the modelling of investments in the risk model.

The role offers the opportunity to work within a relatively small team of up to 30 professionals within the Investment Office and will additionally facilitate exposure across multiple asset classes. The successful candidate will work closely with internal investment and operations teams.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop a framework for risk identification, measurement and management of private investments in Private Equity, Real Assets and Property as well as those in the Public Markets and Diversifiers portfolios.
• Provide risk advice to the investment teams and investment committees in the origination phase of private investments.
• Capture and monitor the risk profile of investments in Private Markets, Real Assets and Property during the investment lifecycle.
• Provide risk advice on new strategies and investment guidelines for private investments.
• Provide input and challenge on liquidity analyses and planning for illiquid investments.
• Be a thought leader on financial risk management in Private Markets and build relationships with international peers.
• Co-develop reporting and investment specific and market data-based tools and dashboards and processes used to help monitor portfolio risk.
• Develop strong and collaborative relationships within the Investment Office.

• Extensive (7-12 years) relevant professional experience in the investment industry or consultancy in a role focused on private markets.
• A strong academic background with a Master’s degree, in finance, economics, mathematics, or natural sciences. Supplemented with professional qualifications such as FRM, CFA, CAIA, CPA or equivalent.
• A strong understanding of financial (valuation) models and project finance.
• A strong understanding of (private) credit investments and credit risk modelling.
• A strong understanding of private equity pacing models.
• A proactive, enthusiastic and hands-on approach.
• The desire to work collaboratively in a high performing team.

KEY COMPETENCIES

• Proven analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to analyse and synthesize information to convey key points and communicate these in a concise manner.
• Excellent organizational and self-management skills evidenced by an ability to take initiative and ownership of projects.
• Ability to quickly grasp new concepts and work in a high-performing culture, under pressure and with time-sensitive deadlines.
• Be an effective team player, demonstrate selflessness, have a willingness to collaborate with others and a strong personal drive for success.
• Have great communication, interpersonal and relationship building skills.

What we offer

By joining our team, you will become part of this remarkable journey. You will work in a fun and highly dynamic environment and have the opportunity to collaborate with and learn from expert colleagues. Part of your role will be contributing to the best outcomes for the charitable entities’ investment strategies and their portfolios - and enhancing its responsible investing activities, in support of our mission.  

Additional information 

• Job location: Zug, Switzerland or Amsterdam, Netherlands
• Reference check and background check are part of the final hiring procedure.
• Questions? Please contact us via [email protected]

Investment Office is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse team.  We strongly encourage applications from candidates with disabilities, LGBTQI candidates, women, ethnic, racial and religious minorities, and other underrepresented groups.