Grant Thornton Isle of Man · 1 month ago
PE Client Relationship Sr Associate
New York, NY, United States
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid Level
$95K/yr - $143K/yrGrant Thornton is seeking a Private Equity Client Relationship Senior Associate to join the team in New York, NY. This role partners with senior private equity executives to drive new account acquisition, strengthen existing relationships, and expand the firm’s tax, audit, and advisory services across target markets.
Professional Services
Responsibilities
Collaborate with senior private equity executives to identify, pursue, and secure new client relationships while supporting the growth of existing accounts
Assist in the sale and delivery of Grant Thornton’s tax, audit, and advisory services to private equity firms and their portfolio companies
Engage directly with investment and operating executives at both the fund and portfolio company levels on issue analysis, solution proposals, engagement management and client satisfaction
Support business development initiatives by assisting in opening new doors, generating opportunities, and expanding relationships across industries and service lines
Coordinate with internal teams to ensure seamless collaboration, communication, and execution of pursuits
Identify, qualify, and pursue new sales opportunities with prospects and select existing client accounts as a team or sole contributor
Build effective, collaborative relationships with key decision-makers at private equity firms
Develop and be responsible for updating account plans and relationship maps to broaden client relationships
Participate in sales presentations and conduct face-to-face or virtual meetings with prospects
Work directly with Partners, Principals, and Managing Directors to manage the pursuit process
Represent Grant Thornton in industry organizations and informal networks to build and sustain a robust set of professional relationships
Partner with marketing to execute events and outreach campaigns that engage targets and strengthen the Grant Thornton brand
Collaborate with functional, industry, and geographic service line leaders to maximize cross-selling opportunities
Other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Background in business development, sales, or client relationship management, ideally within professional services or private equity environments
Familiarity with private equity structures, portfolio company dynamics, and value creation drivers
Strong interpersonal skills with a relationship-first mindset and commitment to delivering client value
Proficiency in Microsoft business applications (Excel, Word, Outlook, etc.)
Bachelor's degree in business, finance, accounting, or equivalent professional experience
Benefits
Personalized and comprehensive benefits
Medical, dental and vision insurance programs
Employee assistance program
Minimum of 72 hours of paid sick leave
401(k) savings plan
Employee retirement plan
Discretionary, annual bonus based on individual and firm performance
Company
Grant Thornton Isle of Man
Grant Thornton Isle of Man is part of Grant Thornton Ireland.
Founded in 1987
1,001-5,000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageCompany data provided by crunchbase