Private Equity Sales Associate (flexible hours, no experience req.)
Location: Athens, GA (in-office initially; remote/hybrid potential after training)
Employment Type: Part-Time or Full-Time (15-40 hours per week), actively enrolled college students welcome
About Us:
Athens-based Lightmark Media specializes in providing marketing and sales systems for real estate and private capital companies.
Role Overview
We are seeking Private Equity Sales Associates. This role is ideal for someone who is articulate, energetic, professional, and eager to gain experience in the highly-coveted private equity space. The primary responsibility of the role is to qualify accredited investors and schedule appointments for our client’s sales team. No prior experience needed; currently enrolled students and recent graduates are welcome to apply.
Key Responsibilities:
- Investor Qualification: Engage prospects to determine their accreditation status, investment goals, and liquidity.
- Appointment Setting: Schedule qualified investors for deeper discussions with the client’s sales team.
- Client Relationship Management: Keep detailed records of all interactions, follow-ups, and lead statuses.
- Follow-Up & Nurturing: Nurture new leads and re-engage cold leads to keep them informed of new investment opportunities.
- Collaboration: Work closely with sales and marketing teams to refine outreach strategies.
Qualifications & Skills:
- Experience: Prior experience not required but sales, customer service or finance experience is a plus.
- Education: Bachelor’s degree (or currently pursuing) in business, finance, real estate, or a related field preferred although not required
- Communication: Strong verbal communication skills and an aptitude for customer service required.
- Resilience & Work Ethic: Comfortable contacting prospective investors
- Organized & Detail-Oriented: Ability to follow processes and work within a well-defined sales system
Why Join Us?
- Opportunity to gain valuable experience on a financial services/private equity sales team
- Advancement potential into related sales and marketing roles
- Flexible schedule (ideal for students, professionals, or those seeking supplementary income)
- Competitive hourly pay with performance-based bonuses
- Positive and enthusiastic team culture
- Training and mentorship from industry professionals
- Medical, dental and vision benefits available