Responsibilities include:
- Lead and execute the European business development and sales strategy for private equity and private credit services.
- Generate new business revenue by identifying and converting strategic opportunities across general partners, fund managers, and institutional investors.
- Build and maintain a robust sales pipeline, ensuring effective tracking, forecasting, and performance measurement.
- Manage the full sales cycle — from lead generation and client engagement through to proposal development, RFP coordination, and deal closure.
- Collaborate with managing directors, SMEs, and functional heads to ensure alignment with global objectives and operational excellence.
- Strengthen the firm’s brand and market position through active engagement with industry networks, conferences, and strategic marketing initiatives.
- Build and manage a network of intermediaries, advisors, and industry partners to support referral and lead-generation activity.
- Oversee reporting on sales activity, pipeline status, and revenue outcomes to senior management.
- Partner with marketing and communications teams to develop thought leadership, promotional content, and client-facing materials.
- Bachelor’s degree in finance, business, or a related field; advanced qualifications (CPA, ACCA, CIMA, CFA) advantageous.
- 10+ years’ experience in private markets, specifically within private equity and/or private credit sectors.
- 5+ years’ senior leadership experience in business development, relationship management, or commercial growth roles.
- Strong understanding of fund structures, administration models, and the broader alternative investment ecosystem.
- Proven track record of consistent revenue generation and year-on-year growth.
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills with the ability to engage at C-suite and board level.
- Strategic, data-driven mindset with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, global environment.
- Demonstrated leadership, initiative, and collaboration skills across cross-functional teams.
