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BetaNXT Inc

Senior Specialist, Product Management

Cary, NC · On-site

$128K - $170K/yr

- Product Manager, Alternative Investments Level/Function: Senior Specialist, Product Management Title: Product Manager, Alternative Investments About BetaNXT BetaNXT is a leading provider of ...

5 Legal

Fund Formation Associate

Raleigh, NC · Hybrid

This associate will be involved in all aspects of the formation, structuring, capital raising, compliance, and ongoing management of alternative investment funds across strategies, including private ...

Vaco LLC

Assistant Controller

Raleigh, NC · On-site

Assistant Controller About the Company A growing alternative investment management firm is seeking an Assistant Controller to join its finance and fund operations team. This individual will play a ...

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HedgeServ

Treasury Manager

Raleigh, NC · On-site +1

The Treasury Manager is responsible for overseeing treasury operations for our hedge fund and alternative investment clients, with a primary focus on collateral management, cash management ...

HedgeServ

Investor Services Supervisor

Raleigh, NC · On-site +1

Our solutions span the full investment lifecycle, including fund accounting, middle office, risk ... alternative asset services in Accounting, Technology, Client Service, Investor Services ...

Options Group

Controller I

Raleigh, NC · On-site

... markets, alternative investments, hedge funds, and private banking/wealth management. For more than 25 years, our clients and candidates have come to know that Options Group always exceeds ...

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How much do alternative investment jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 26, 2026, the average yearly pay for alternative investment in Raleigh, NC is $94,357.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $63,200.00 and $114,200.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an alternative investment?

An Alternative Investment job involves managing and analyzing non-traditional assets such as private equity, hedge funds, real estate, commodities, and venture capital. Professionals in this field work on investment strategies, risk assessment, and portfolio management for institutional and high-net-worth clients. They may also conduct due diligence, evaluate market trends, and optimize asset allocation to maximize returns. These roles often require strong financial modeling, research, and analytical skills, as well as knowledge of regulatory frameworks.

What does an alternative investment professional do?

In an alternative investment role, your daily tasks may include evaluating potential investment opportunities, conducting due diligence, preparing financial models, and presenting findings to internal committees or external clients. You will often collaborate with team members across research, legal, and asset management functions to vet deals and ensure compliance. Additionally, you may engage with fund managers, clients, or investors to provide updates and answer questions about portfolio performance. The variety of activities offers a fast-paced environment and valuable exposure to diverse asset classes.

What skills and qualifications are needed for an alternative investment role?

To excel in Alternative Investment roles, you need strong analytical skills, in-depth financial knowledge, and a degree in finance, economics, or a related field. Familiarity with financial modeling software, due diligence tools, and certifications such as CFA or CAIA are often highly valued. Exceptional communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills help professionals succeed when sourcing deals and managing investor expectations. These competencies are essential for identifying lucrative opportunities, mitigating risks, and building sustained client and stakeholder trust.

How to work in an alternative investment career?

A career in alternative investment typically requires a strong background in finance, economics, or related fields, along with analytical skills and knowledge of investment strategies. Relevant certifications such as the Chartered Alternative Investment Analyst (CAIA) can enhance prospects. Gaining experience through internships or entry-level roles in asset management, private equity, or hedge funds is common before advancing to specialized positions.

What are alternative investment opportunities?

Alternative investment opportunities refer to investments outside traditional assets like stocks and bonds, including private equity, hedge funds, real estate, commodities, and venture capital. Professionals in alternative investments analyze these assets for diversification and higher returns, often requiring specialized knowledge and due diligence. These opportunities typically involve longer investment horizons and less liquidity compared to traditional investments.

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Infographic showing various Alternative Investment job openings in Raleigh, NC as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 90% Full Time, and 10% Contract. Highlights an 91% In-person, and 9% Hybrid job distribution, with an average salary of $94,357 per year, or $45.4 per hour.

VP - Alternative Investment Risk Management

Durham, NC • On-site

Fidelity Investments
10K+ employees

8.7

Company rating: 8.7 out of 10

Based on 272 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

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Note: Fidelity will not provide immigration sponsorship for this position
The Vice President of Alternative Investments Risk Management is a senior leadership role responsible for expanding, establishing and executing the risk oversight framework for a broad range of Alternative Investment strategies. This role leads a team of risk professionals and partners closely with treasury, product, finance, operations, technology, investment leaders and senior executives to provide independent risk assessments, and analytics across complex instruments and strategies.
The successful candidate will bring deep expertise across liquid and illiquid alternative asset classes, including hedge fund-like strategies, private equity, private credit, venture capital, real assets, structured credit, CLOs, digital assets / cryptocurrencies, and derivative-based investment strategies. This individual will be responsible for driving innovation in risk management through advanced analytics, stress testing, scenario analysis, factor analysis, risk modeling, and the development of next-generation risk monitoring capabilities.
The Expertise You Have
  • Bachelor's degree in finance, Economics, Mathematics, Statistics, Computer Science or a related quantitative discipline required
  • Advanced degree (MBS, MS, PhD) strongly preferred
  • CFA, CAIA, FRM, or other relevant professional designations preferred
  • 15 plus years of investment risk management, quantitative analytics, or alternative investments experience, including significant experience leading and developing high-performing risk professionals
  • Deep expertise across alternative investment strategies including:
    • Liquid Alternatives - Hedge Funds, Arbitrage-based
      • Long / Short equity, relative value, event-driven, multi-strategy, global macro, managed futures / CTA, merger arbitrage, convertible arbitrage, volatility arbitrage, fixed income arbitrage and quantitative investment approaches
    • Private Equity
    • Private Credit and Direct Lending
    • Venture Capital
    • CLOs and Structured Credit
    • Real Estate Investments
    • Digital Assets and Cryptocurrency Investments
    • Derivatives and Overlay Strategies
  • Extensive knowledge of market, credit, liquidity, valuation, concentration, arbitrage, underlying collateral performance, structural, and operational risks associated with alternative investments
  • Strong understanding of financing structures, OTC derivatives, leverage facilities, asset-backed securities, structured products, and complex legal entity structures
  • Advanced knowledge of portfolio risk modeling methodologies including factor models, stress testing, scenario analysis, Monte Carlo simulations, liquidity modeling, and tail-risk assessment
  • Experience evaluating private asset valuation methodologies and associated risks
  • Strong understanding of quantitative risk frameworks and asset allocation concepts across public and private markets
  • Knowledge of fund structures including LP / GP arrangements, interval funds, tender offer funds and evergreen investment vehicles
  • Experience building and managing enterprise-scale risk reporting and governance processes
  • Demonstrated expertise in risk analytics platforms including:
    • MSCI RiskManager
    • MSCI BarraOne
    • Bloomberg
    • RiskMetrics
    • IHSMarkit - S&P Global
    • Intex Solutions
    • Aladdin
    • Other enterprise risk and performance systems
  • Advanced technical and analytical skills with experience leveraging:
    • SQL
    • Python
    • Data analytics and visualization tools
    • Large and complex financial datasets
    • Business intelligence and dashboarding platforms
  • Proven ability to communicate complex risk concepts to executive leadership, investment committees, portfolio managers and boards

The Skills You Bring
  • Exceptional leadership skills with a demonstrated ability to mentor, develop, and retain diverse, high-performing teams
  • Ability to establish strategic vision for Alternative Investment Risk Management and drive execution across multiple business functions
  • Deep intellectual curiosity and strong understanding of emerging risks across traditional and alternative markets
  • Strong quantitative mindset with the ability to translate complex analytics into practical insights
  • Excellent critical thinking and problem-solving skills
  • Strong communication and presentation skills with the ability to effectively challenge assumptions while maintaining strong business partnerships
  • Strong project management and organizational capabilities
  • Proven ability to work independently and influence outcomes across multiple stakeholder groups
  • Collaborative leadership style with the ability to build relationships across risk, investment, technology, finance, treasury and other risk teams
  • Passion for innovation and continuous improvement in risk methodologies, data management, and analytical capabilities

The Value You Deliver
  • Lead the Alternative Investments Risk Management function and provide independent oversight across a broad spectrum of strategies
  • Enhance, develop and maintain comprehensive risk frameworks that address market, credit, liquidity, valuation, and emerging risks
  • Develop a quality control framework to ensure data, risk analytics, calculations, are appropriate and working as intended
  • Evaluate risks associated with complex hedge funds and arbitrage-driven investment strategies, including leverage, financing, liquidity, basis, spread, and counterparty exposures
  • Evaluate portfolio concentrations, leverage, liquidity, factor sensitivities, and tail-risk exposures
  • Perform deep-dive risk reviews of complex instruments and investment strategies
  • Lead the design and implementation of advanced risk analytics and next-generation risk methodologies
  • Enhance sophisticated stress testing and scenario analysis frameworks
  • Drive innovation using large and complex datasets to identify emerging trends and hidden portfolio risks
  • Partner with data science, analytics and technology teams to enhance risk infrastructure and analytical capabilities
  • Champion the use of quantitative techniques, machine learning, and advanced statistical modeling approaches where appropriate
  • Lead a high-performing team of risk professionals focused on alternative investments
  • Promote a culture of innovation, accountability, continuous learning and excellence
  • Partner with multiple stakeholders and teams
  • Support strategic initiatives, product development, and new business opportunities through independent risk evaluation

Fidelity's Onsite Working Model
Fidelity is transitioning to a full-time onsite working model through a phased rollout across regions and roles. Currently, some roles and locations require 100% onsite presence, while others require less. Onsite expectations are likely to evolve as the rollout continues. This transition does not apply to fully remote roles.
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