Director/Managing Director, Head of Alternatives

Americo: We are in this for Life!

 

The roots of the Americo family of companies date back more than 100 years. Americo is a Life Insurance, and Annuity company providing innovative products to our customers. At Americo, it's the people who make things work, so we hope you join us!

 

What you'll love about working at Americo:

Compensation: You’ll feel valued with our competitive pay and robust bonus program that’s offered to all associates.

Learning and development: We prepare you with a comprehensive, paid training program that will get you ready for success. Additionally, our Talent Development team creates a variety of development opportunities for associates at every stage of their careers.

Work-life balance: We place true value on work-life balance with our generous paid time off; you begin accruing hours right off the bat every month and it increases with tenure. All new hires earn over 4 weeks of paid time off annually, plus 11 paid company holidays! We also support new mothers with a generous new child leave program, along with paid STD and LTD.

Health and well-being: We commit to your health and well-being and are proud to offer comprehensive health and life insurance options including FSA or HSA accounts and subsidies to support your health and fitness goals through vendor partnerships at The Y, Orange Theory, WW, and more.

Future planning: Americo offers a 401(k) with a company match, and we provide child care and education tax credits or savings options.

Giving back: We support several local organizations like Ronald McDonald House, Hope Lodge, the American Red Cross, Harvesters, and many more. Our associates volunteer their time and donate money alongside the company to make a difference in our community.

The fun stuff: Americo participates in Kansas City Corporate Challenge, and it’s a great way to connect with coworkers. Additionally, we host events like a Royals Party at the K, a legendary Holiday Party, and in-office events with local vendors as a way for associates to step away from work and enjoy each other’s company.

Bustling environment: Our newly renovated offices are conveniently located in downtown Kansas City, within walking distance to your favorite restaurants and attractions. Plus, you’ll receive complimentary paid parking near our Americo offices – downtown parking is a premium, but we’ve got you covered.

Job Summary:

This position will manage all facets of Americo’s alternative investment portfolio.

Key Responsibilities:

• Portfolio manager for the Company’s alternative asset portfolio including Fund LP commitments, direct GP or LP investments, GP led co-investments, and control investments.
• Monitor existing limited partnership and co-investments with third-party managers
• Originate, diligence and close GP led-investments
• Cultivate and manage a network of placement agents and originate new limited partnership investments with third-party managers
• Manage the firm’s existing direct investments and originate new direct investments
• Interface with internal employees to assist in reporting, tax, and regulatory requirements of the private and alternative equities’ portfolio.

 

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• 10-20 years of experience in investment banking, private equity, or investment management
• Demonstrated track record of success in managing alternative investments
• Ability to manage all phases of an investment including origination, diligence, management of outside legal counsel and negotiation of legal documents, and portfolio monitoring
• High degree of intellectual aptitude and curiosity coupled with the ability to quickly dissect complex situations and make sound decisions based on available information.

 

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree or Graduate level education
• CFA or CAIA designation