MIO Partners, Inc. (MIO) provides proprietary investment products to McKinsey’s retirement plan and partners and offers independent, high-quality financial advice to McKinsey’s partners. We manage a wide array of investment vehicles with significant expertise and a long and successful track record in alternative strategies, including hedge funds and private equity. We have a multibillion-dollar portfolio of assets under management, and we manage assets for and advise only McKinsey-related clients; we do not accept outside or third-party investments.  

MIO is a values-based organization that is strongly aligned with our investors’ interests. MIO measures success as performance relative to a market-based benchmark.  

MIO, a 250+ person registered investment adviser, provides ample opportunities for somebody with an entrepreneurial drive to shine. We strive to meet the highest professional standards and build an organization that attracts, develops, and retains exceptional people. MIO is a wholly owned subsidiary of McKinsey, but our activities are kept entirely separate from those of the consulting Firm. 

Manager, Strategy & Business Development

The Manager, Strategy & Business Development will report to and work closely with the Head of Strategy & Business Development on all aspects of strategic planning, strategy development, and business development. The function is responsible for three broad areas:

1. Supporting the CEO and COO in the implementation and maintenance of MIO’s strategic plan
   
   
2. Execution of MIO’s strategic initiatives that form part of the 3-year vision
   
   
3. Supporting select departmental initiatives by providing problem solving and project management capabilities where and when needed

Profile of the successful candidate

The ideal candidate will have the following capabilities:

• Strong problem solver with an analytical mindset
• Operational experience combined with strong project management skills
• Comfortable with ambiguity and has the ability to independently manage multiple workstreams with periodic guidance
• High personal productivity and multi-tasking capability to drive multiple projects on parallel timelines
• Able to structure complex financial models, make critical trade-off decisions using sound judgement, and translate analyses into business implications
• Ability to work effectively across the organization to gather sensitive data while maintaining confidentiality
• Ability to distill and synthesize complex data in a way that supports senior leader decision making

Desired Background

• 5+ years experience in an operational role in the hedge fund and/or alternative asset industry, and/or related experience at sell-side organizations
• Is able to demonstrate success in having helped manage complex, strategic/operational change projects
• Has excellent written and oral communication skills
• Has a strong understanding of MIO’s business model
• Has a distinctive academic pedigree
• Has excellent MS Office skills

Certain US states require MIO Partners, Inc. to include a reasonable estimate of the salary range for this role. Actual salaries may vary and may be above or below the range based on various factors, including, but not limited to an individual’s assigned office location, experience, and expertise. Certain roles are also eligible for bonuses, subject to MIO’s discretion and based on factors such as individual and/or organizational performance. Additionally, MIO offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision coverage, telemedicine services, life, accident and disability insurance, parental leave and family planning benefits, caregiving resources, a generous retirement program, financial guidance, and paid time off.

MIO Partners, Inc. (MIO) is an equal opportunity employer. MIO will consider all applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability status.  

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