• Job Description

  Req#: 5840897003

  Background

  Blue Meridian Partners is a pioneering philanthropic model for finding and funding scalable solutions to the problems that limit economic mobility and trap America’s young people and families in poverty.

  We know solutions exist, but even the most promising strategies cannot reach far enough, fast enough without significant, long-term investment. We bring an innovative investor mindset backed by a decades-long track record to the pursuit of upward economic mobility for individuals and communities. Core to our mission is addressing systemic inequities and the injustices they create. By pooling resources, our Partners can unlock substantial philanthropic capital and invest effectively and efficiently.

  Anchored by our carefully tested, performance-based investing approach, Blue Meridian makes strategic, long-term investments across multiple portfolios aimed at boosting economic mobility from cradle to career. We support both nationwide and place-based strategies in order to amplify impact across the country as well as within specific communities. We identify visionary social sector leaders who address key drivers of poverty – including youth unemployment, unplanned pregnancy, and engagement with the criminal justice system – and invest the flexible, upfront capital they need to dream bigger and exponentially expand their reach, influence, and impact.

  We are constantly learning, exploring, and seeking out new collaborations in relentless pursuit of creating lasting impact at scale that can change the life trajectories of millions of young people and families in America. Blue Meridian is staffed by an experienced team of results-focused leaders, and we welcome other mission-driven champions to join us.

  Position Profile

  This position will report to the Director, Sourcing and will provide support to the cross-fund Sourcing team in research, landscaping, network cultivation, process management, and implementation.

  Position Type

  Exempt

  Location

  New York City. Hybrid work arrangement allowed.

  Primary Responsibilities

  The responsibilities of this position include but are not limited to the following. With senior team members’ guidance and collaboration, the Associate will:

  • Source and screen new opportunities - Research new potential investment opportunities for Blue Meridian, both responding to inbound referrals and proactively monitoring databases, newsletters, and other sources to surface opportunities.
  • Network management - Project manage and support the execution of regular contact with a network of individuals who Blue Meridian engages with to identify opportunities, including operating mail merges and building and tracking forms.
  • Internal technology systems - Partner with IT Team to ensure the team’s needs are met with our CRM; maintain and update data on internal tools including Microsoft Dynamics and Sharepoint and run regular reports for teams and leaders.
  • Targeted landscaping – Partner with Sourcing and Investment Team members to do targeted landscaping or provide support on areas of interest.
  • Material production - Lead material production for internal team tracking and updates.

  Qualifications

  • Aligned with Blue Meridian’s mission and core values, including a commitment to racial equity.
  • At least one year of professional experience in a related field, and/or strategy consulting, three years preferred.
  • Perspective from direct experience living or working in communities with significant low income or otherwise disenfranchised peoples desirable.
  • Outstanding interpersonal skills with a professional and friendly demeanor, and the ability to work with people with different backgrounds and experiences.
  • Experience working with complex, high-growth organizations.
  • Analytical skills in quantitative and qualitative methods.
  • Excellent writing, presentation and oral communication skills, and the ability to synthesize and translate complicated materials into clear and simple language.
  • Strong project management skills.
  • Good oral and written communications skills.
  • Sound judgment and discretion.
  • Results-oriented and delivery focused.
  • Strong computer skills with extensive knowledge of Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint, and the ability to master new software quickly. Experience with customer relationship management system (CRM) highly desirable.
  • Willing to travel as needed.

  At Blue Meridian, we value building a diverse, inclusive workplace. Even if your experience does not fully align with our preferred qualifications, we still encourage you to apply.

  Hiring Salary

  Blue Meridian Partners aims to provide a comprehensive and competitive total compensation package.

  The hiring salary for this position is $98,000. In addition to the base salary, each member of Blue Meridian is eligible to receive a performance based variable incentive bonus.

  Blue Meridian also provides generous benefits including:

  • Employer contributions to a retirement savings plan
  • Medical, dental and vision coverage with minimal employee contribution
  • Life and disability insurance
  • Paid time off including vacation/personal days, paid holidays, half-day summer Fridays, and week-long office closures in the summer and winter.
  • Internal and external professional development opportunities
  • Home Office set-up allowance
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Hybrid work arrangement

  [1] This position description is a guide to the primary duties and functions of the job, not an all-inclusive list of responsibilities, qualifications, physical demands, and work environment conditions. Position descriptions are reviewed and may be revised to meet the changing needs of Blue Meridian Partners at the sole discretion of management.

  Blue Meridian Partners is committed to equal employment opportunity, without regard to race, color, gender, religion, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, pregnancy, disability, veteran status, prior record of arrest or conviction, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law. These opportunities include all terms, conditions, and privileges of employment, including (but not limited to) recruiting, hiring, job assignment, training, compensation, benefits, discipline, promotion, and termination.

• About the company

  Blue Meridian Partners is a philanthropic model for finding and funding scalable solutions to the problems that trap young people and families in poverty.

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