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Photon · 3 weeks ago

Subject Matter Expert (SME) – Alternative Investments

Photon is seeking an experienced Subject Matter Expert (SME) in Alternative Investments to support strategic initiatives and advisory functions across their investment and wealth management business. The role involves providing expertise in alternative asset classes and collaborating with various teams to enhance investment solutions.

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Responsibilities

Provide subject matter expertise across private equity, venture capital, hedge funds, private credit, real estate, infrastructure, commodities, and digital assets
Lead research, due diligence, and evaluation of alternative investment opportunities
Partner with portfolio management, product strategy, compliance, and operations teams to develop and refine alternative investment solutions
Create and review investment materials including performance reporting, manager due diligence reports, and product recommendations
Support client advisory, sales enablement, and training activities related to alternative investment offerings
Analyze market trends, regulatory developments, and competitive insights to support product positioning and business strategy
Work closely with internal and external stakeholders including fund managers, custodians, and research vendors
Contribute to risk assessment, portfolio allocation models, and benchmarking strategies
Present insights and recommendations to senior leadership and client teams

Qualification

Alternative InvestmentsPrivate EquityHedge FundsInvestment AdvisoryPortfolio ResearchRisk ModelingInvestment Due DiligenceCFA / CAIA / MBAAnalytical SkillsIndustry PlatformsCommunication SkillsPresentation Skills

Required

7–12+ years of experience in Alternative Investments, Private Markets, Portfolio Research, or Investment Advisory
Strong knowledge of Private Equity, Hedge Funds, Real Estate, Private Debt, and Structured Products
Experience supporting institutional investors, wealth management, or asset management clients
Understanding of portfolio construction, risk modeling, and investment due diligence
Exceptional analytical, communication, and presentation skills

Preferred

Familiarity with industry platforms (e.g., Bloomberg, Preqin, PitchBook, Aladdin, Morningstar, eVestment)
CFA / CAIA / MBA in Finance preferred (not mandatory but strongly desirable)

Company

Photon is a technology corporation that provides Strategy Consulting, Creative Design, and Technology Services to global enterprise.

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage

Leadership Team

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Mukund Balasubramanian
Chief Technology Officer
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Sanjiv C Lochan
CFO
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