SkyWater is partnering with a $33B and growing global alternative investment firm focused on asset-based investments in private specialty finance and real assets to add an Associate-Capital Formation to their team.
This person will play a key role on the Capital Formation team, and will support and develop business with new and existing institutional investors and consultants as well as assist with new product initiatives. This person will work alongside and report directly to the local senior distribution team.
We are looking for someone who is intellectually curious, has strong hustle and drive with a sales-focused personality.
Experience in institutional sales process and procedure, along with CRM tools is required. Exposure to private credit, structured products, specialty finance, consumer finance, and real asset sales is desired.
*Position is based in Midtown and requires the ability to travel.
We’re partnering with a Private Equity backed manufacturing company to find their next Controller. This is a highly visible role supporting a growing business unit and partnering with leaders across the broader organization.
If you’re a hands on manufacturing accounting leader who enjoys shaping processes, leading the close, and partnering with different divisions, apply today!
SkyWater is partnering with a Minnesota-based manufacturing company to recruit a hands-on IT leader who can scale modern technology capabilities within a regulated environment. This mid-sized organization ($50M–$150M revenue) is a proven leader in its industry and backed by an ownership group deeply committed to long-term sustainability and growth. Based in the Twin Cities metro, this is an opportunity to guide an IT team through the next phase of transformation and expansion.
We’re seeking candidates who are local to Minnesota, have demonstrated success in people leadership, and bring experience in regulated environments (e.g., NIST, ITAR, CMMC), ERP systems, AI initiatives, and M&A integration. If this aligns with your background, we encourage you to apply.
We have been retained by an exciting yet stable organization in the FinTech space to identify their first VP of Technology Strategy & Digital Innovation. We have placed 3 other VP’s within this organization; all of whom are still there are really enjoying it. This organization has over 1,500 employees (200 in Technology), and is consistently voted a Top Workplace by it’s employees.
Reporting to the CIO, the VP will lead a tiger team of strategists, architects, and portfolio leaders in a truly transformational change for the organization in shaping new digital innovation & technology — building the long-term technology strategy, leading major transformation initiatives, establishing enterprise-wide metrics and value realization, and maturing emerging capabilities such as enterprise architecture, planning, and digital enablement.
This is a rare opportunity for a future CIO-type executive who thrives in complexity, brings clarity to ambiguity, and has a demonstrated record of delivering meaningful transformation.
Our clients offers a robust package overall, including a strong base + bonus, along with a strong benefits package.
*** Our client maintains a hybrid schedule, so the candidate will need to reside in the Twin Cities area, or the surrounding states with regular travel to Minneapolis. They are not providing visa sponsorship at this time. ***
SkyWater is seeking a strategic finance leader for a top-tier financial institution in Minneapolis, MN. Reporting to the CFO, you will play a crucial role in guiding the organization’s financial strategy, decision-making, and performance. This SVP position leads and contributes to the financial analysis, modeling, and investment evaluation to drive business growth and maximize stakeholder value.
In this newly created strategic finance role, you will work closely with senior management and the board of directors to provide actionable financial insights, ensure alignment with organizational goals, and lead financial processes that promote cross-functional collaboration within the organization.
SkyWater Search Partners is assiting one of our best clients with their search for an experienced associate attorney to join its busy New York office. This position is focused on labor & employment litigation.
Ideal candidates will have 5-7 years’ experience in: • Handling complex employment litigation matters • Defending and prosecuting restrictive covenant disputes • Preparing and negotiating employment and executive compensation agreements • Strong academic credentials and admission to the New York State Bar
This role offers a highly competitive salary ($280,000–$325,000 base), performance-based bonuses, and the opportunity to work with a nationally respected team on sophisticated matters.
If you’re interested in learning more please apply or reach out to Rylie Niebuhr at RNiebuhr@skywatersearch.com
We’re excited to a partner with a new family-owned industrial manufacturer in Southern Minnesota. We’re looking for a Manufacturing Engineer to join their team. This company suppliers engineering components for multiple industries like mining, agriculture, industrial equipment, and commercial cleaning sectors—making them a trusted partner.
In this role, you will work directly with an experienced engineering manager and cross-functional teams to design, improve, and scale production processes. You will lead continuous improvement initiatives, enhance safety and quality performance, support automation opportunities, and create the engineering documentation that drives efficiency across the plant.
SkyWater Search Partners is assisting a strong law firm with their search for a Labor & Employment Associate to join its busy Minneapolis office. This role focuses on both employment litigation and counseling work, partnering closely with high-performing partners on a wide range of matters.
Ideal candidates will have 3–5 years of experience in:
Employment litigation (state and federal)
Wage & hour, discrimination, and related defense work
Providing day-to-day employment advice to clients
Strong research, writing, and communication skills
This opportunity offers a highly competitive salary ($225,000–$265,000 base), excellent benefits, and the chance to take a significant next step in a nationally respected Labor & Employment practice.
We’ve been engaged by a dynamic construction organization with a top-tier finance and accounting team to identify a newly added accounting manager – but this isn’t your typical accounting manager role. This person will be a “corporate mercenary” involved in operational accounting, M&A integrations, FP&A and operational cross-functional work, and special projects focused on value creation/process improvement.
The organization is growing quickly both organically and through acquisitions and there is tons of interesting work to be done. This is a fantastic role to build leadership skillsets, take ownership over significant parts of the business, and see/do a variety of things in a short amount of time. The role reports to a Controller we’ve known for years who is a high-EQ leader with a track record of developing talent, and also has a Big 4 & top-tier consulting background.
Ideal candidates have 5+ years of exeprience, ideally a Big 4 accounting foundation, and experience with M&A integration and complex accounting issues. CPA preferred.
SkyWater is partnering with an existing client in Minneapolis to find a Manufacturing Engineer for their growing team! This is a brand-new role created due to growth and customer demand for their products. The Manufacturing Engineer will be responsible for designing and implementing tooling & fixtures to be used in their manufacturing processes. This person will update tooling & fixture designs, train operators & technicians on changes, and partner with internal engineering teams on manufacturing engineering projects. Our client is a growing electronics manufacturer who partners with some of the most well-known aerospace & defense manufacturers in the industry. They’re offering a solid compensation package (base + profit-sharing bonus), full benefits, and opportunities to advance your career within their growing organization!
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