The Vice President, Advisor Consultant is a key external-facing sales position within Antares’ Wealth Distribution team, responsible for driving strategic growth across the Western U.S. through deep engagement with financial intermediaries, including wirehouses, registered investment advisors, and independent broker-dealers.
This role serves as a critical conduit between Antares’ investment platform and the advisor community, ensuring that the firm’s alternative investment offerings, particularly in private credit and direct lending are well positioned, understood, and adopted across key distribution channels. This position is not just about sales, it’s about strategic influence, market leadership, and enterprise growth. The VP, Advisor Consultant, is instrumental in translating Antares’ investment excellence into advisor adoption and client outcomes, making it a cornerstone role in the firm’s long-term distribution strategy.
Responsibilities
- The Vice President, Alternative Investment Regional Director is responsible for the execution of all sales, service, and marketing related activities in their region within registered Investment advisors, wirehouses and independent broker dealer channels for products including both perpetual and drawdown style alternative investment funds
- Directly manage major markets within their region with a client-centric, sales driven approach to the marketplace
- Develop territory business plans and act as a key point of contact for financial advisors within your market to provide insights and solutions
- Develop and execute a regional sales strategy consistent with the National sales goals with accountability for the overall performance of the region
- Implement territory business plans, generate leads, and actively seek new business opportunities within the region
- Effectively manage the assigned territory, including tracking sales performance, identifying trends, and implementing strategies to improve results
- Convey deep technical knowledge of the firm’s investment strategies and fund vehicles
- Work effectively in a collaborative team environment by maintaining open communication with internal teams and external partners, providing timely updates and solutions to challenges
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in finance or a related area (MBA, CFA, CAIA or equivalent strongly preferred)
- A demonstrated history of sales performance in an account management position and client relationships across wire‐houses, broker dealers, and RIA partners
- A knowledge of alternative investment products and services, including BDCs. (Private credit and direct
lending preferred, or other alternative credit strategies) - Ability to work collaboratively and can balance a variety of diverse stakeholders
- Consistent in delivering high quality work in a demanding environment
- Ability to clearly articulate viewpoints verbally and in writing, fostering confidence when sharing and
presenting information - Proven ability to develop and execute sales strategies across multiple distribution channels (wirehouses, RIAs preferred)
- Strong track record of meeting or exceeding sales targets in complex financial environments.
Core Competencies
- Ability to influence platform placement and product adoption through trust and credibility.
- Ability to translate complex investment strategies into compelling value propositions.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to present to both internal stakeholders and external clients.
- Works effectively across marketing, product, and operations to align sales efforts with broader business goals.
- Demonstrates a collaborative mindset and ability to manage diverse stakeholder interests.
- Proactive, forward-thinking approach to identifying and solving challenges in a dynamic environment.
- Comfortable navigating ambiguity and driving initiatives with limited oversight.
- Demonstrates alignment with Antares’ core values: accountability, collaboration, transparency, and empowerment.
The Fine Print
- Must have unrestricted authorization to work in the United States.
- Must be willing to comply with pre-employment screening, including but not limited to drug testing, reference verification, and background check.
- Must be willing to work from the New York office.
Antares is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.
A reasonable estimate of the current base salary range at the time of posting is below. Base salary does not include other forms of compensation or benefits. Actual base salary within the specified range is comprised of several components, including but not limited to applicant's skill, prior relevant experience, specific degrees and certifications, job responsibilities, market considerations and the location of the position.
This role is eligible for a discretionary annual bonus (based on company, business unit and individual performance).
Our benefit offerings include medical, dental and vision coverage, employer paid short & long-term disability and life insurance, 401(k), profit sharing, paid time off, Maven family & fertility benefit, parental leave (including adoption, surrogacy, and foster placement), as well as other voluntary benefits.
Salary Range
$150,000 - $175,000
To learn more, visit www.antares.com. Antares is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.
