Communications & Firm Operations Coordinator

ABOUT US
The Brydon Groupis a private equity firm that partners with outstanding mid-career executives to acquire business-to-business (B2B), business-to-government (B2G), and healthcare software and services businesses. Brydon's three founding partners have had multiple successful exits in software, multi-decade experience in large cap private equity (Blackstone, Carlyle) and bulge bracket banking (Goldman, JP Morgan), and extensive public service backgrounds. We closed our $170mm Fund II in Spring of 2024 and have completed a dozen acquisitions in the last 12 months.

ABOUT THE ROLE

As Coordinator of Firm Operations & Communications at The Brydon Group you will play a pivotal role in supporting a growing firm with a unique and exciting portfolio of businesses. You will be expected to uphold the highest values while consistently delivering impact in a fast-paced environment. Your day-to-day will focus on 3 primary areas: (1) external communications, (2) event management, and (3) firm operations. Across all of these you will own processes and be responsible for final end products. You will develop an understanding of key priorities and be proactive and creative in driving priorities to successful completion, anticipating and initiating required next steps.

You will have the opportunity to work directly with Brydon's partners, Investment and Portfolio Operations teams, and CFO. You will build relationships both inside and outside the organization. Over time, you will identify additional ways to leverage time and broaden the scope of your role, taking on additional special projects. This role is a critical member of the team and will have ample opportunity for professional development and growth.

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES

(A) External Communications

You will support drafting, proofing, coordinating collaborators, and sending externally-facing communications, in areas such as:

• Talent management : working directly with the Director of Talent to draft and post job descriptions, communicate with candidates, and facilitate scheduling
• Investor relations : working directly with the partners and investment team to communicate key performance and activity updates to investors
• Owned online properties : owning Brydon's LinkedIn space, maintaining & improving Brydon website, creating content and copy for website
• Reputation strategy : drafting monthly newsletters, creating content and copy for social media postings, and managing strategy across leaders

(B) Event management

You will support logistics, planning, and smooth execution for events both in our DC office and offsite (e.g., recruiting, investor meetings, board meetings, training & professional development, etc.). Responsibilities will include items such as,

• Venue & destination research
• Managing calendar invites & onsite logistics (e.g., scheduling & configuring meeting rooms)
• Coordinating logistics, travel, and catering or restaurant bookings
• Managing relationships with external vendors
• Communications surrounding events

(C) Firm Operations

You will play an instrumental role in successful and smooth day-to-day operations. Some of the main responsibilities will include:

• Calendar management : Support coordination of significant events and meetings across the organization, including board meetings, LP meetings, Quarterly offsites, Annual training, professional development meetings, and other commitments requiring significant leadership attendance. You will own the firm's long-range master calendar and ensure visibility across the organization, proactive alignment on necessary shifts, and facilitate tradeoffs as needed
• Office operations : Play a lead role in day-to-day operations of our Washington, DC office, including managing building relationships & vendors, purchasing/supply management, welcoming visitors, and ensuring appropriate access to required tools/tech/databases, etc.
• Internal communications : Help to orchestrate internal communications, including maintaining relevant distribution lists and maintaining archives of important communications
• Organizing and supporting critical meetings: Draft run of show, gather and refine content, manage / project materials, coordinate external guests, etc.
• Knowledge Management Infrastructure: Manage Brydon's proprietary knowledge platform, helping to improve organization and manage users

Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's Degree required, preferably in a communications-related field (e.g., communications, marketing, PR, English, Literature, etc.)
• New graduates welcome, though 1-2 years professional experience in a professional services environment preferred (e.g. finance, private equity, consulting, marketing, communications, executive search, event management, etc.)
• Superior written communication skills (emails, memos, short powerpoint documents)
• Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with diverse stakeholders
• Outstanding time management, organization, and decision-making skills with consistent attention to detail
• Demonstrated ability to multi-task across high-priority initiatives running in parallel
• Experience managing planning and logistics for events of ~10-25 people
• Familiarity with professional social media platforms (e.g., LinkedIn)
• Dedicated work ethic and commitment to enhancing the team
• Motivated self-starter with ability to work well in an unstructured environment
• Entrepreneurial attitude and desire to work for a dynamic and successful organization

LOCATION

• This role is in-person and on-site at our Washington, D.C. office

Benefits

• This is a full time salaried position, compensation will be commensurate with experience; Brydon employees are eligible for paid holidays, health insurance and 401(k) retirement benefits

Qualification

Bachelor's Degree