Associate, Institutional Client Group (APAC)

CIM is a community-focused real estate and infrastructure owner, operator, lender, and developer. Our team of experts works together to identify and create value in real assets, benefiting the communities in which we invest. Since 1994, we have grown from a Southern California focus to a diverse team of 900+ employees with projects across the Americas. Our work has delivered jobs, created comfortable places to live and work, and provided sustainable infrastructure, all while maintaining an unwavering focus on enhancing communities.

About the role

CIM Group is a private alternatives asset manager with 30 years of experience and approximately $32 billion in assets under management. The Institutional Client Group (ICG) builds and maintains relationships with institutional investors and intermediaries globally, including pension funds, sovereign wealth funds, endowments, major insurance companies, banks, and investment consultants. ICG is seeking an Institutional Client Associate to join the APAC institutional sales team in Los Angeles.

Working alongside senior team members, this individual will contribute to key fundraising initiatives and engage directly with some of the world’s largest and most sophisticated institutional investors. The role offers cross-border client coverage in a strategically important and growing region, coordination with international stakeholders, and an active role in hosting APAC client visits to the U.S.

Responsibilities

• Partner with ICG Relationship Managers to build new and strengthen existing relationships across the APAC region, including Australia, New Zealand, Singapore, Taiwan, and China
• Learn about the industry, markets, client types, firm products, and narratives
• Support fundraising efforts through meeting preparation, follow-up, and coordination of roadshows and client-facing events
• Coordinate, support, and help host APAC client visits to the U.S.
• Contribute to a defined sales territory by managing CRM (Salesforce) data, actively overseeing the pipeline, and executing the overall sales strategy
• Utilize third-party data tools—such as Preqin, eVestment, and WithIntelligence—to gather investor insights and intelligence
• Compile data and create presentations and other deliverables for internal stakeholders, including updates on fundraising efforts, client feedback, and industry trends
• Coordinate directly with internal portfolio management, investment, and reporting teams to ensure timely delivery of information requests and client reporting

Requirements

• 0-3 years of experience
• Bachelor’s degree required; a relevant field of study and internship experience are preferred
• FINRA Series 7 and Series 63 licenses are required for this role (an existing SIE is a plus). Employment is contingent upon obtaining these licenses within 6 months of hire. CIM Group will provide study materials and dedicated time to help you prepare and succeed
• Fluency in English is required; Mandarin proficiency is a plus

Skills

• Interest in financial services, including sales, capital markets, investments, and/or real assets
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal
• Collaborative mindset, working effectively with colleagues at all levels and locations
• Ability to prioritize work, meet deadlines, achieve goals, and work under pressure in a dynamic and complex environment
• Ability to work effectively, both independently and in a team environment
• Strong analytical skills with high attention to detail and accuracy
• Strong project management skills
• Proficiency in Salesforce and Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, PowerPoint, and Word

Benefits

• A variety of medical, dental, and vision benefit plans
• Health Savings Account with a generous employer contribution
• Company-paid life and disability insurance
• 401(k) savings plan, with company match
• Comprehensive paid time off, including: vacation days, 10 designated holidays, sick time, and bereavement leave
• Up to 16 hours of volunteer time off
• Up to 16 weeks of Paid Parental Leave
• Ongoing professional development programs
• Wellness program, including monthly and quarterly prizes

Pay

The anticipated base salary range for this position in Los Angeles, CA is $90,000–$100,000. Actual base salary considers several factors, including but not limited to geography, job-related knowledge, experience, and budget. Bonus compensation may also be a significant part of the total compensation package.