Transaction Execution Specialist

Transaction Execution Specialist
Location: New York, NY
Employment Type: Full-Time
Estimated Compensation: $140,000 – $185,000 total annual compensation (varies by employer)

This job description represents a sample Transaction Execution Specialist position commonly found through the Career Launch AI Talent Network. It is intended to help job seekers understand the responsibilities and qualifications typically associated with early-career roles in transaction execution, investment operations, and deal support.

Actual openings may vary based on employer needs, asset class focus (e.g., private equity, venture capital, real assets, credit), and transaction volume.

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The Transaction Execution Specialist supports investment and operations teams by managing the end-to-end execution of transactions. This includes processing trades and investment deals, ensuring accuracy and compliance, and coordinating with internal and external stakeholders.

This role requires meticulous attention to detail, process management skills, and the ability to operate in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment. The position works closely with deal teams, finance, legal, and portfolio management teams.

Execute and process investment transactions, including private equity, credit, and venture capital deals

Prepare, review, and maintain transaction documentation, confirmations, and contracts

Ensure timely and accurate settlement of all trades and investment activities

Coordinate with internal teams, counter parties, custodians, and service providers to resolve transaction issues

Monitor transaction workflows, deadlines, and milestones to identify potential risks or bottlenecks

Maintain and update transaction tracking systems, dashboards, and reports

Ensure compliance with internal policies, fund guidelines, and regulatory requirements

Prepare daily, weekly, and ad-hoc execution reports for management and investment teams

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Accounting, Business, or a related field

Strong understanding of investment transactions, trade processing, and operational workflows

Experience or coursework in transaction execution, fund operations, or investment support (preferred but not required)

Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail

Proficiency in Excel; familiarity with SQL, workflow management, or reporting tools is a plus

Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment

Clear written and verbal communication skills

Interest in investment operations, transaction management, and process improvement

The Career Launch AI Talent Network helps job seekers pursue opportunities similar to this role through:

Skills-based role matching

Resume and profile optimization

Guidance on outreach to investment and operations teams

Interview preparation for transaction execution, operations, and investment support roles

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