Elliott Snowball

Join a rapidly evolving fund services team as Sales Director and take ownership of driving revenue across key markets. You’ll play a critical role in scaling the client base, shaping commercial blueprints, and positioning solutions. This role operates in a global investment function and outsourcing provider to support the growth of its international fund services division. Key Responsibilities:Drive the execution of the sales and marketing strategy for private equity fund administration services across Europe.Proactively identify and qualify new business opportunities, prepare tailored proposals, and collaborate with internal teams and external partners to successfully close deals.Establish and nurture strong, long-term relationships with prospects, clients, and industry influencers to support business growth.Develop a deep understanding of each prospect’s business model and effectively align solutions to their operational and strategic needs.Maintain up-to-date knowledge of the European private equity landscape.Represent the firm at industry conferences, seminars, and events, supporting brand visibility and business development.Be prepared for frequent travel across Europe to meet clients and attend industry engagements.Stay current on regulatory developments and market conditions ensuring alignment with client expectations and business practices.Ensure accurate and consistent maintenance of internal systems and data, supporting team coordination and data integrity.Comply with all applicable FCA regulations and internal compliance requirementsWhat You Bring:Brings extensive experience in the private equity industry, with a solid understanding of its dynamics and client expectations.Holds a bachelor’s degree, with a proven ability to thrive in fast-paced, high-pressure sales environments.A strong communicator, capable of engaging confidently and professionally with senior-level prospects and clients.Demonstrates significant sales experience, with expertise in managing the full sales cycle—from lead generation to long-term relationship management.Combines a broad industry knowledge with sharp analytical and critical thinking skills to develop client-focused solutions.Exhibits strong organizational skills with meticulous attention to detail, ensuring high-quality execution across all responsibilities.

Are you a strategic rainmaker with deep roots in the hedge funds realm? I am currently seeking a Senior Director of Business Development to spearhead commercial growth within a global financial services firm. This is a high-impact role for a senior professional who thrives in fast-paced environments, builds trusted client relationships, and has a proven ability to drive revenue in the corporate services space. Key Responsibilities:Drive new business origination with hedge fund managers across Europe, focusing on long-term relationship developmentManage full sales cycle, from initial engagement to contract close, using strategic account planningBuild trusted partnerships with key stakeholders and operational leadsCollaborate cross-functionally with internal teamsPromote the full suite of offerings: fund administration, middle office services, ESG reporting, and regulatory complianceLeverage Salesforce CRM for pipeline management, data accuracy, and sales performance trackingWork closely with SDRs and analytics teams to identify opportunities and accelerate market expansionProvide market insights and competitive intelligence to inform both sales strategies and product developmentWhat You Bring:Brings 7+ years of sales expertise within fund services, with a strong concentration in the hedge fund industrySolid grasp of hedge fund operating models, and awareness of key regulatory frameworksExperienced in managing lengthy, consultative sales cycles involving multiple stakeholdersFluent in English, with French fluency considered a major asset for regional client engagementDemonstrates strong executive communication skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate at the C-suite levelDetail-oriented and process-driven, with a clear command of CRM systems (preferably Salesforce) to manage pipeline and reportingWilling to travel across European markets to support business development efforts

Step into a game-changing opportunity as a Business Development Director, where your influence will directly shape the growth strategy of a key business unit. I'm currently partnering with a globally recognized financial services powerhouse—an industry giant with decades of experience supporting investment funds, and multinational clients. With a footprint operating extensively on a global scale, this firm is trusted for its excellence in fund services, real assets, and global financial operations. Key Responsibilities:Lead the full sales cycle for Real estate clients, collaborating with global subject matter experts and senior stakeholdersUtilize industry networks to generate new leads and expand deal pipelinesDrive business development by attending and leveraging industry events, conferences, and seminarsManage RFPs and proposals, ensuring compelling submissions that align with client needs and strategic goalsDevelop and maintain marketing assets including pitch decks and branded materials to support sales effortsExplore and assess new markets for promoting Real estate offeringsWork closely with senior leadership and product teams to secure new mandates and client winsIdentify and support product innovation, contributing to the creation of new service offeringsExpand professional network to enhance brand visibility and unlock new business opportunitiesStrengthen brand presence through collaboration with external PR partnersCross-sell services within existing client accounts to maximize relationship valueMaintain accurate records in the CRM system to support sales tracking and reportingSupport client engagement initiatives, including planning and executing hosted eventsContribute to relationship management efforts across key clients in London and EuropeWhat You Bring:Bachelor’s degree in a relevant discipline, with over 10 years of experience in real estate investments5+ years in senior leadership roles, with a proven ability to lead and inspire teamsStrong communication and interpersonal skills, with expertise in negotiation and presentationProven business development success, with a track record of year-over-year growthDeep understanding of real estate structures, including tax reporting and regulatory complianceFamiliarity with industry software such as Investran, Yardi, and MRI is a strong plusDemonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and consistently met deadlinesConfident in escalating issues appropriately to maintain service qualityProfessional accounting designations such as CPA, ACCA, or CIMA are advantageous