BAIN CAPITAL OVERVIEW
Bain Capital, LP is one of the world’s leading private multi-asset alternative investment firms with approximated $105 billion of assets under management that creates lasting impact for our investors, teams, businesses, and the communities in which we live. Since our founding in 1984, we’ve applied our insight and experience to organically expand into several asset classes including private equity, credit, public equity, real estate and venture capital. We leverage our shared platform to capture cross-asset class opportunities in strategic areas of focus. With offices on four continents, our global team aligns our interests with those of our investors for lasting impact.
We are committed to the following values:
We develop exceptional partnerships.
We challenge conventional thinking.
We work with tenacity.
We believe character matters.
ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY
As the HR Associate for the North America Private Equity (NAPE) team, you will be a key member of a small team that supports a wide range of critical talent initiatives, including annual recruiting processes, performance management, professional development, mentorship programs, and training. We partner closely with the 150+ professionals that we support in an inclusive and collaborative environment.
Working at Bain Capital offers the opportunity for accelerated career growth with world class benefits. The role is based at our headquarters in central Boston with the option to work remotely on some days.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Recruiting & New Hire Experience
Key liaison for candidate relationships – “high touch” approach; play key role in building strong pipelines for various annual recruiting processes (e.g. Summer Analyst, Analyst, Associate, Summer VP) throughout the year, facilitating best in class interview experiences
Partner with NAPE recruiting champions to drive pipeline development initiatives with a focus on DEI; including info sessions, networking events, social media content
Coordinate recruiting superdays related to various hiring processes; including prepping interviewers with logistics, collecting feedback, facilitating candidate debriefs, generating offers and mapping sell strategies
Work with HRIS lead and HR leadership on ongoing initiatives to continuously improve applicant tracking system functionality and reports/dashboards
Assist with the on-boarding process for new hires including “extended welcome” programming to build connectivity to the firm in the months between offer acceptance and start date
Talent Management & Professional Development
Administer the semi-annual performance review process. This will include preparing our Workday systems, gathering performance feedback, preparing materials for reviewers, organizing talent calibration conversations with senior leadership, and supporting the development and delivery of written reviews. You will work closely with IT and senior management on ongoing initiatives to continuously improve our review processes.
Assist in the generation of performance messaging and themes; summarize and develop action plans based on development themes.
Manage the North America learning & development calendar for our investment staff. Organize onboarding as well as ongoing workshops, identify facilitators, manage training day logistics, and, in some cases, develop novel curriculum. You will solicit and synthesize feedback for continuous improvement.
Facilitate enrichment and development programming for high potential investment staff, such as our Platform Extension Opportunity (a 3-mo externship experience).
Culture & Mentorship
Assist in coordination of ongoing initiatives to enhance NAPE’s strong culture of collaboration, mentorship, and inclusion.
Assist in the launch of annual employment engagement surveys and various pulse surveys throughout the year; participate in action planning against survey results/insights.
Participate in regular cadence of “check ins” with Analysts & Associates to keep pulse on the organization and employee experience; raise any concerns and make “start/stop/continue” recommendations to HR team based on conversations (e.g. as it relates to staffing, mentorship, training, etc.).
Coordinate mentorship and sponsorship programs to support the ongoing development of the firm’s investment professionals.
Assist with various event planning activities throughout the year, including the NAPE offsite, holiday party, welcome events for new hires, teambuilding activities, etc.
GENERAL QUALIFICATIONS
Passionate people person. You are excited to develop talent and help make everyone successful.
Dedicated team player. You partner effectively with colleagues at all levels. You actively engage in team discussions and contribute valuable ideas.
Strong ownership orientation. You demonstrate a high level of commitment, focus and drive. You are able to juggle multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. You drive projects independently, from start to finish, with a high degree of excellence, urgency and attention to detail. You are highly organized. No job is too small. You leave no stone unturned.
Proactive and creative problem-solver with a “continuous improvement” mindset. You are able to identify issues, analyze root causes (qualitatively and quantitatively) and explore potential solutions (with an open mind and critical eye). You are willing to go the extra mile to drive results for the team.
Strong communicator (written and verbal). You are able to convey clear, answer-first and synthesized messages. You are a poised verbal communicator and an active and empathetic listener.
Curious, motivated learner. You possess a deep desire to grow. You are resilient in the face of hardship and comfortable with ambiguity. You are open to feedback and excited about developing a career in the HR/talent space.
Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
Facility with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Power Point required; familiarity with Workday applications a plus.
DESIRED BACKGROUND / EDUCATION
Bachelor’s Degree; strong academic credentials
Minimum of 1+ years post undergraduate experience in a fast-paced, people-oriented role
Bain Capital is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status.
