Business Manager International - Analyst

iCapital
Zürich, Switzerland
HybridCareer-pivot friendly

Who this role is best for

Aimed at mid-level professionals in business management or strategy with a focus on private markets and strong multilingual capabilities.

Best fit for

  • Candidates with a background in financial services and a strategic mindset for private markets growth
    — “seeking a motivated and analytically minded individual with strong organizational skills”
  • Professionals fluent in English and German with experience in asset or wealth management
    — “Fluent in English and German, both written and verbal”
  • Individuals who thrive in cross-functional teams and support senior leadership initiatives
    — “directly supporting the Head of International on strategic, operational, and business management initiatives”

Things to consider

  • Requires regular in-office presence in Zurich, with only one remote day per week
    — “Employees in this role will work in the office four days per week”
  • Preference for candidates with prior experience in asset managers or consulting firms
    — “Previous experience at an asset manager, wealth manager, bank, or consulting firm is advantageous”

How to stand out

  • Highlight experience in translating complex financial data into actionable insights for leadership
    — “ability to translate complex topics into clear messaging”
  • Showcase your ability to coordinate cross-functional projects and deliver results
    — “Coordinate cross-functional initiatives and collaborate closely with teams across Client Solutions, Product, Finance, Corporate Development, Marketing, Legal & Compliance”
  • Demonstrate your experience in strategic planning and business development through past roles
    — “Assist with strategic business planning, management reporting, and the tracking of strategic priorities and objectives”
  • Showcase your proficiency in PowerPoint and Excel with specific examples of impactful work
    — “Highly proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly PowerPoint and Excel”
Pace · SteadyCollaboration · HighAutonomy · MediumDecision Impact · Team

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What success looks like

  • support the Head of International on strategic, operational, and business management initiatives
  • prepare executive presentations and management reports
Typical background
Master's degree in Finance, Economics, Business Administration1-3 years of relevant experience

Skills & requirements

Required

Business ManagementStrategic PlanningPresentation SkillsCommunicationAnalytical SkillsProblem-solvingOrganizational SkillsMicrosoft OfficeTechnology Proficiency

Preferred

Private Markets ExperienceAsset And Wealth Management Industry Experience

Stack & domain

Business ManagementStrategyOperationsExecutive CommunicationsMarket ResearchIndustry ResearchCompetitor ResearchProcess ImprovementsGovernance InitiativesOperational EfficiencyMicrosoft PowerpointMicrosoft ExcelTechnologyContinuous ImprovementEnglishGermanLeadershipCommunicationTeamworkProblem-solvingAttention To DetailInitiativeWork Ethic

About the role

Original posting from iCapital via Greenhouse

About the Role

iCapital is seeking a Business Manager for its International business. This cross-functional role is ideal for a motivated and analytically minded individual with strong organizational skills, exceptional attention to detail, and a keen interest in private markets.

The role offers close exposure to senior management and the opportunity to contribute to strategic initiatives, executive communications, and business management activities that support the continued growth of iCapital's International business. Based in Zurich, this position provides a unique opportunity to gain broad exposure to the rapidly evolving private markets ecosystem and build a career with one of the fastest-growing FinTech companies in the world.

Responsibilities

Be part of the Business Management & Strategy team, directly supporting the Head of International on strategic, operational, and business management initiatives

Prepare executive presentations, briefing materials, and management reports for senior leadership

Assist with strategic business planning, management reporting, and the tracking of strategic priorities and objectives

Support executive communications, including business updates, town halls, and the publication and continuous enhancement of our internal newsletter

Help drive process improvements, governance initiatives, and operational efficiency across the International business

Conduct market, industry, and competitor research to develop insights and recommendations that support business development and executive decision-making

Coordinate cross-functional initiatives and collaborate closely with teams across Client Solutions, Product, Finance, Corporate Development, Marketing, Legal & Compliance

Support strategic initiatives, special projects, and ad hoc business management activities as required

Candidate Profile

Strong academic credentials in Finance, Economics, Business Administration, or a related field; Master's degree preferred

1-3 years of relevant experience in consulting, strategy, business management, financial services, or related fields

Strong interest in financial markets, private markets, and the asset and wealth management industry

Excellent communication skills, with the ability to translate complex topics into clear messaging

Outstanding organizational, analytical, and problem-solving, with strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Self-motivated team player with a strong work ethic, eager to build a long-term career at iCapital

Highly proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly PowerPoint and Excel; technology-minded with a continuous improvement mindset

Fluent in English and German, both written and verbal

Previous experience at an asset manager, wealth manager, bank, or consulting firm is advantageous

Benefits

We believe the best ideas and innovation happen when we are together. Employees in this role will work in the office four days per week, with the flexibility to work remotely one day per week (Friday).

For additional information on iCapital, please visit iCapital's website and social media channels.

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iCapital is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

Source: iCapital careers (Greenhouse)

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