Investment Operations Specialist - Vendor management at Partners Group AG

Baar, Zug, Switzerland -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

27 Jun, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

29 Mar, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Vendor Management, Contract Negotiations, Stakeholder Management, Investment Operations, Cost Discipline, Service Mindset, Data Analysis, CRM Functionalities, Performance Monitoring, Onboarding, Offboarding, Communication, Analytical Skills, Proactive Mindset, Solution-Driven

Industry

Financial Services

Description

What it's about We are seeking an Investment Operations Specialist to join our Investment Platform Services team in Zug, with a focus on managing relationships with our investment data service providers and expert networks. You will be responsible for vendor assessments, contract negotiations, adherence to internal guidelines, and ensuring cost discipline. In addition, a portion of your time will be dedicated to supporting the investment committee process and/or the rollout of new CRM functionalities. This role plays an important part in ensuring our investment teams have access to the right data and digital tools to support their decision-making. Furthermore, you will have cross-functional exposure, working across Investments, Technology, Finance, and Legal in a small, hands-on team, where your contributions will be visible and have direct impact. The role is well suited for someone with strong stakeholder and negotiation skills, a service mindset, and a genuine interest in data and technology. Responsibilities: Serve as the primary contact for all investment data vendors and expert networks Lead contract negotiations, renewals, and vendor evaluations/performance monitoring, including onboarding of new providers and offboarding where necessary Ensure adherence to the Service Provider Management Framework and Finance guidelines, while maintaining cost discipline Maintain a clear understanding of investment team data needs and collaborate closely with Investments, Technology, Finance, and Legal to ensure those needs are met Support the investment committee process and contribute to continuously improving our CRM system .newspaper { h1 { font-size: 250%; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; } h2 { font-size: 200%; } p { font-size: 100%; } What we expect 2–4 years of experience in investment operations, vendor management, or a related field, ideally within the financial services sector Strong communication, stakeholder management, and negotiation skills with a proactive, solution-driven mindset Organized and analytical, comfortable managing multiple priorities in a high-paced environment Genuine interest in investment data and digital tools Fluency in English required, German is a plus What we offer Partners Group is a global financial institution that retains the culture, pace and agility of a start-up. As a growing firm, we are committed to attracting, developing and retaining the very best talent, by offering a workplace where results are truly recognized and rewarded. We offer a fantastic opportunity for you to grow: Competitive compensation with performance-based bonuses and daily lunch allowance Global professional environment with international exposure, collaborative culture, and opportunities to learn the business from industry leaders and seasoned professionals Comprehensive career development through challenging opportunities, hands-on training, dedicated mentorship programs, and our PG Academy learning platform for continuous growth Sabbatical program - one month off after every five years of service to recharge and explore Premium facilities including state-of-the-art building, diverse on-site dining options, and complimentary gym access with fitness classes Community engagement through office events, team activities, and volunteer opportunities to connect with local communities www.partnersgroup.com Please be aware, fraudsters may pose as Partners Group recruiters. All genuine representatives can be identified by a verified sign on their LinkedIn profiles. If you suspect fraud or have doubts, contact us immediately at hr@partnersgroup.com

Responsibilities

The specialist will serve as the primary contact for investment data vendors and expert networks, leading contract negotiations, renewals, and performance monitoring while ensuring adherence to internal guidelines. This role also involves supporting the investment committee process and contributing to CRM system improvements.