Corporate Associate

Corporate Associate

Target Start Date: June 2025

Are you passionate about finance but unsure where to start? Or maybe you’re not happy with your current finance role?

Do you find yourself obsessively following financial markets? Do you admire Warren Buffett and Howard Marks? If asset management excites you, let’s talk.

We’re looking for someone clever, diligent, and driven. This role isn’t for those who shy away from constructive feedback, prefer remote work, or settle for "good enough." We want ambition and excellence.

As part of our legal team, you’ll gain exposure to one of the fastest-growing parts of financial markets: private credit. You’ll learn firsthand how investment funds are launched, managed, and distributed, setting a strong foundation for a career in asset management.
 

If you’re ready to work hard and grow with us, we offer a unique opportunity to begin or reset your career in finance. We’re looking for someone to start soon in our NYC office. While the position is primarily in-person, team members are able to work remotely on Fridays.

We’re seeking an entry-level corporate associate to join our growing team in New York City. As a corporate associate, you will be responsible for performing paralegal functions, conducting financial statement analysis, delivering industry and competitor insights, and overseeing general compliance functions. This role offers a unique level of autonomy and is split between corporate, compliance, and legal functions, allowing you to manage key responsibilities while working directly with the Chief Compliance and Legal Officers.

You will work closely with our investment, finance, accounting, and sales teams, gaining valuable cross-functional experience and insight into the inner workings of our organization. Additionally, you may have the exciting opportunity to contribute to launching a new fund from inception through to full operational status, gaining first-hand experience in fund creation and management. We view this position as a stepping-stone to a larger role within CION – previous hires in this role have been promoted to front-office investment valuation and strategic planning roles within the company. 

A Perspective from the Current Associate in This Role:

"The role provides a unique, insider perspective within the legal team on how an investment fund operates, from deal sourcing to supporting business development efforts alongside the sales desk. This challenging position allows you to take on immediate, high-level responsibilities in one of the company’s most dynamic divisions. You’ll work closely with senior management and teams across valuations, investments, marketing, sales, and more, gaining a comprehensive understanding of how each function collaborates to drive our success."

This role is ideal for candidates with a collaborative mindset and a drive to make an impact in a growing organization. You’ll gain direct exposure to senior executives and will have the opportunity to manage projects from inception to completion. This is the perfect opportunity for a recent graduate.

Company Overview
CION Investments is a leading manager of alternative investment solutions dedicated to redefining how individual investors can build their portfolios to meet long-term financial goals. With over 30 years of experience in alternative asset management, we strive to level the playing field for investors. We currently manage CION Investment Corporation, a prominent publicly-listed private credit BDC, and sponsor both the CION Ares Diversified Credit Fund, a globally diversified interval fund, and the CION Grosvenor Infrastructure Fund, a newly launched interval fund. Both funds are established in partnership with respected public alternative asset managers.

Your Responsibilities
• Develop and maintain competitor analysis models, implementing streamlined and innovative processes for efficiency
• Conduct in-depth financial statement analysis regularly across multiple business lines
• Oversee legal and compliance tasks, including AML reviews, IR document requests, contract reviews, record maintenance, NDA review, and more. 
• Prepare and manage board meetings for multiple fund boards
• Lead due diligence questionnaire tracking and completion for prospective broker/dealers.
• Monitor public credit and equity markets, staying updated on trends and developments.
• Collaborate across teams to ensure timely responses to requests and coordinate with third-party service providers on day-to-day company operations.
• Assist the Chief Compliance and Legal Officers with updating resources, including the restricted list, compliance training materials, and many more ad hoc requests.
• Provide frequent, in-depth industry and competitor analysis to support the sales desk
• Gather requested documents for senior team members and provide proofreading/editing support.

Your Qualifications
• Minimum GPA of 3.3 preferred; with a track record of academic excellence and motivation. 
• Strong financial background with proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (familiarity with Bloomberg, MSCI, and Pitchbook is a plus)
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively both independently and within a team.
• Ability to manage a variety of transactions and projects simultaneously
• Resourceful self-starter capable of working both autonomously and collaboratively
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
• Detail-oriented with exceptional critical thinking and problem-solving abilities
• Prior financial and/or legal experience is not necessary but is a plus.