Our client is a leading U.S.-based placement agent with a global presence, specializing in raising capital for private equity GPs. Due to ongoing growth and expansion, they are seeking a highly experienced Director to join their European Distribution team. In this team, you will play a critical role in raising capital for Tier 1, Tier 2, and Tier 3 clients across the European market.
Key Responsibilities:
* Lead and manage the capital raising process for private equity and real assets GPs, focusing on Tier 1, Tier 2, and Tier 3 institutional investors across Europe.
* Build and maintain relationships with a broad spectrum of institutional LPs, including pension funds, insurance companies, family offices, endowments, and foundations.
* Drive the development and execution of fundraising strategies, ensuring alignment with clients’ investment objectives.
* Collaborate with GPs to understand their investment strategies and effectively communicate these to potential investors.
* Prepare and present marketing materials, investment decks, and other relevant documentation to LPs.
* Oversee and manage the due diligence process for prospective LPs, ensuring transparency and smooth communication between investors and GPs.
* Stay abreast of industry trends, market dynamics, and investor sentiment to provide valuable insights to clients.
* Play a key role in expanding the firm’s network of LPs and raising capital for multiple funds concurrently.
* Work collaboratively with the broader team across different regions to share knowledge, insights, and best practices.
Key Requirements:
* Proven track record of successfully raising capital for private equity and/or real assets funds, ideally within European markets.
* A minimum of 8 years of experience in capital raising, either from a Placement Agent or a GP. Candidates must have primarily focused on private markets strategies.
* Extensive network of institutional LPs across Europe.
* Deep understanding of private markets, including private equity, venture capital, real assets, infrastructure, and/or real estate.
* Fluent in English; additional European languages are a plus.