The Fund Placement Manager will be responsible for managing fundraising mandates, developing institutional investor relationships, and providing strategic advisory services to private market fund managers. The role requires strong capital-raising experience, in-depth knowledge of private markets, and the ability to execute fundraising campaigns efficiently.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead and manage fundraising mandates for private equity, private credit, infrastructure, and real estate funds.
* Oversee investor outreach, pitch execution, and capital commitment processes.
* Manage and track investor engagement from first contact through to final close.
2. Investor Relations & Business Development
* Expand and maintain relationships with institutional investors, including pension funds, insurance companies, sovereign wealth funds, endowments, and family offices.
* Provide market intelligence on investor appetite, fund structures, and competitive landscape.
* Facilitate investor due diligence processes, including data room management and Q&A coordination.
3. Strategic Fund Advisory
* Advise fund managers on fund positioning, structuring, and investor targeting.
* Assist in the preparation of investor presentations, private placement memoranda (PPMs), and due diligence materials.
* Support General Partners (GPs) in refining their capital-raising strategy and navigating complex fundraising environments.
4. Marketing & Roadshow Coordination
* Organize investor roadshows, one-on-one meetings, and virtual presentations.
* Develop tailored investor engagement strategies and execute targeted fundraising campaigns.
* Prepare investor briefing documents and reports.
* Track fundraising trends, institutional investor allocations, and regulatory developments in private markets.
* Conduct competitive benchmarking and analyze fund terms & conditions.
* Monitor investor activity and capital flow across geographies and asset classes.
Key Requirements
Experience & Background
* Minimum 5+ years experience in fund placement, investor relations, private equity fundraising, or institutional capital raising.
* Strong institutional investor network and demonstrable track record in capital raising.
* Previous experience with a placement agent, private equity firm, investment bank, or asset manager is highly desirable.
Technical & Market Knowledge
* Deep understanding of private equity, private credit, infrastructure, and real estate investment strategies.
* Strong knowledge of fund structures, LP dynamics, secondary transactions, and co-investments .
* Familiarity with legal, tax, and regulatory aspects of fund structuring and investor agreements.
* Relationship Management : Proven ability to engage and influence institutional investors.
* Analytical Thinking : Strong financial analysis and market research capabilities.
* Project Management : Ability to manage multiple fundraising projects simultaneously.
* Communication & Negotiation : Excellent verbal, written, and presentation skills.
* Technology Proficiency : Experience with CRM systems, investor databases, and financial modeling tools.
Education & Certifications
* Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Finance, Business, Economics, or a related field .
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