2027 Investor Operations Summer Intern at GCM Grosvenor (Chicago, IL)2027 Investor Operations Summer Intern

The Investor Operations Intern will be part of a team that provides a superior level of service to our clients through various forms of communication. This role requires strong written and oral communication skills, the ability to work in a dynamic group environment and well-developed organizational skills.

The individual will be involved in the following critical activities:

• Respond to client inquiries in a prompt manner, utilizing both oral and written communications.
• Assist with the preparation of customized quarterly reports for clients.
• Identify and assist in identifying opportunities to improve process and automate certain manual functions.
• Assist with client presentations, deliverables and responses to ad hoc client requests/inquires.
• Manage and coordinate workflow and processes associated with client requests.
• Coordinate client deliverables with all departments throughout the firm.
• Operate in a deadline driven, constantly changing environment.
• Assist with other projects related to providing exemplary client service.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

The ideal candidate should possess:

• Pursuing a B.A. or B.S. degree, preferably in Accounting, Finance, Economics or a related field.
• An interest in financial markets and an aptitude for working with numbers.
• Superior written and verbal communication skills.
• A basic understanding of statistics.
• Proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, and Word; knowledge of SharePoint is a plus.
• The ability to manage tasks independently to closure.
• Strong attention to detail and concern for quality of final product (and ability to balance that concern with deadlines).
• A high degree of integrity and the ability to recognize the requirements of confidentiality.
• Solid interpersonal skills and work ethic.
• Curiosity about AI and a willingness to use AI-enabled tools, such as Claude and ChatGPT, to improve productivity, problem-solving, and day-to-day workflows.

Interns are not eligible for employee benefits like health insurance, paid time off, or 401(k) plans.

This position is not eligible for employer visa sponsorship now or in the future (including, but not limited to, H-1B, TN, or other employment-based visas). Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship now or in the future. Applicants requiring future sponsorship for continued work authorization (for example, following F-1 OPT/CPT, or J-1 status) are not eligible. Actual base salary may vary based on factors such as individual's experience, skills, and qualifications for the role.  Employees may be eligible for a discretionary bonus based on factors such as individual, team, and company performance as well as a comprehensive benefits package.

$65,000—$70,000 USD

GCM Grosvenor (Nasdaq: GCMG) is a global alternative asset management solutions provider with approximately $97 billion in assets under management across private equity, infrastructure, real estate, credit, and absolute return investment strategies.

The firm has specialized in alternatives for more than 54 years and has a diverse, engaged team of approximately 560 professionals serving a global client base. Eligible employees can elect to participate in comprehensive healthcare coverage (including medical, dental, vision and life insurance), flexible spending accounts, and the employer sponsored retirement plan.  Additionally, employees are eligible for paid time off, parental leave, short-term and long-term disability, as well as other care/wellness programs.

The firm is headquartered in Chicago, with offices in New York, Toronto, London, Frankfurt, Tokyo, Hong Kong, Seoul, and Sydney. For more information, visit: gcmgrosvenor.com.