Associate, Investor Relations Private Equity

Position Summary:  

The Audax Private Equity Investor Relations team focuses on investor client management, fundraising/capital development, and investor reporting across a diverse and global investor base. The team is spearheading capital raising across all PE strategies, including our Flagship, Origins, and Audax Strategic Capital (ASC) funds.

We are seeking a driven and detail-oriented Investor Relations Associate to join our dynamic team in Boston. This is a unique opportunity to be at the forefront of a fast-paced, high-performing group that serves as a critical link between the firm and its global Limited Partners (LPs). As a key contributor, you’ll work closely across fundraisers, the internal operations team and other internal PE teams to play an integral role in supporting our fundraising initiatives and ongoing investor engagement efforts. 

We're looking for someone who thrives in a fast-moving environment, enjoys solving complex problems, and brings intellectual curiosity and initiative to everything they do. If you're a proactive team player with sharp analytical instincts, strong communication skills, and a passion for excellence, this is your chance to grow your career at a leading PE firm. 

Responsibilities: 

Fundraising & Investor Engagement Support 

• Partner with fundraisers to manage territory pipelines and track investor activity. 

• Conduct market and investor research to support territory planning and prospect targeting. 

• Organize key fundraising materials in Audax’ data room and support prospective LP requests for information. 

• Monitor inbound inquiries from prospective investors, coordinating responses across internal teams and ensuring timely completion of investor deliverables. 

• Lead the preparation, coordination, and submission of RFPs and DDQs for institutional clients, consultants, and other stakeholders. 

• Support planning and execution of semi-annual advisory board meetings and annual LP meeting. 

 Data Management & Reporting  

• Maintain a centralized repository of standard responses and core fundraising documentation. 

• Create standardized quarterly reports and investor communications using Audax’ customer relationship management system (CRM), and respond to ad hoc data requests.  

• Oversee creation and ongoing maintenance of prospective and existing investor account information (contacts, addresses, advisors) in the CRM and investor portal. 

 Investor Onboarding & Team Process Coordination 

• Assist with onboarding of new investor accounts, working with internal and external legal teams to help maintain organized records of legal and transfer documentation. 

• Proactively identify and resolve issues to ensure smooth processes. 

• Provide backup coverage for members of IR support colleagues  

• Over time, collaborate with other teams such as Portfolio Valuation & Analytics, PE Finance and Business Solutions to develop analyses that support operational improvements and drive continuous improvements.  

 Qualifications: 

• Bachelor's degree with 2-4 years of previous professional experience in finance or investor relations preferred 

• 1 year of experience with RFP/DDQ completion in financial services or a related industry is a plus 

• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail 

• Self-starter with the willingness to learn 

• Ability to multitask and prioritize workload in an environment of tight deadlines and high-quality standards 

• Team oriented; able to operate autonomously and collaboratively while flexing to support other team members as needed 

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills  

• A professional, proactive attitude 

• Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information with appropriate discretion 

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) 
• Knowledge of private debt or private equity industries, CRM databases (Dynamo, Salesforce) or alternative investment databases (Preqin, eVestment), is a plus