Investment and Capital Market Senior Associate

GXM Consulting is seeking an experienced Investment and Capital Market Senior Associate to support a high-priority federal investment program aimed at accelerating the development and deployment of emerging technologies. This role requires advanced financial expertise, strong cross-sector insight, and the ability to lead analytical efforts, mentor junior staff, and manage complex interagency collaboration in a fast-paced, high-visibility environment. This position is On-site/Hybrid with Ad-Hoc Telework Possible.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead detailed analysis of investment funds, portfolio companies, and capital strategies across a range of alternative investment structures.
• Evaluate critical technology sectors and their alignment with national priorities, including commercial and defense applications.
• Guide and support the intake, vetting, and pipeline review processes for potential investment opportunities, ensuring clarity, rigor, and traceability of decision inputs.
• Oversee the development of investment memorandums and executive-level briefings for senior government stakeholders.
• Serve as a strategic liaison across federal agencies and partner organizations to drive alignment, reduce friction, and enhance capital effectiveness.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of internal data systems, reporting tools, and workflow management processes.
• Support the development and documentation of investment policies, risk mitigation strategies, and reporting frameworks.
• Mentor junior analysts and act as a technical and operational lead across multidisciplinary teams.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in alternative investments, capital markets, or the defense innovation ecosystem.
• Deep knowledge of capital strategy, investment structures, and public-private funding models.
• Proven experience evaluating or supporting innovation in dual-use or national security-relevant technologies.
• Proficiency in investment modeling, risk analysis, and data-driven decision-making.
• Strong understanding of the defense innovation ecosystem, including key programs, players, and collaborative mechanisms.
• Demonstrated success in senior-level roles involving interagency coordination, policy interpretation, or capital allocation.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement skills and the ability to credibly represent complex programs in strategic forums.

Desired Qualifications

• Strong work ethic and sense of ownership; ability to inspire and guide junior team members.
• Clear and effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Critical thinking mindset and a willingness to challenge assumptions and improve operational processes.

Security Requirement

• This position requires an active Top-Secret clearance with Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) eligibility.
• Individuals hired into this role will be expected to sign a specific Non-Disclosure Agreement for the project given the nature of the work.

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41 CFR § 60-1.35

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