Director, Private Credit Fund Allocation, GCC Pension Fund (role based in GCC)

JR United Kingdom; Telford; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading GCC Pension Fund is looking for an experienced Director for Private Credit Fund Allocation based in Telford, UK. In this high-impact role, you will lead the development and execution of a global private credit investment strategy, oversee the allocation process, and ensure optimal portfolio management. The ideal candidate will have a strong track record and extensive experience within the private credit landscape, working closely with fund managers and internal stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Minimum 15 years experience in private credit fund-of-funds or institutional allocator roles.
• Proven track record in private credit fund selection and portfolio construction.
• Strong network within the private credit manager and GP community.

Responsibilities

• Develop and refine the global private credit strategy.
• Lead sourcing and evaluation of private credit fund managers.
• Optimize portfolio allocation for risk-adjusted returns.

Skills

Investment Strategy

Risk Analysis

Portfolio Construction

Stakeholder Engagement

Market Intelligence

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Director, Private Credit Fund Allocation, GCC Pension Fund (role based in GCC), Telford

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Telford, United Kingdom

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Posted:

06.06.2025

Expiry Date:

21.07.2025

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Job Description:

Our client, a GCC based Pension Fund, is seeking an experienced and strategic investment professional to lead their Private Credit Fund Allocations. As Director, you will be responsible for shaping and executing their private credit investment strategy globally, focusing on fund investments. You will lead all aspects of the allocation process, including pipeline development, manager selection, due diligence, structuring, and portfolio monitoring. This is a high-impact, senior-level position reporting directly to the Head of Alternatives.

Key Responsibilities:

• Strategy Leadership: Develop and refine the global private credit strategy, emphasizing fund investments.
• Fund Sourcing & Selection: Lead sourcing and evaluation of top private credit fund managers across geographies, sectors, and return profiles.
• Due Diligence & Structuring: Oversee investment due diligence, including qualitative assessments, risk analysis, legal negotiations, and investment memo preparation.
• Portfolio Construction: Optimize portfolio allocation to ensure diversification, risk-adjusted returns, and alignment with broader investment strategies.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Serve as the primary contact for fund managers and internal committees.
• Market Intelligence: Maintain a deep understanding of global private credit markets, emerging trends, and competitive dynamics.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Minimum of 15 years experience in private credit fund-of-funds or institutional allocator roles.
• Proven track record in private credit fund selection and portfolio construction.
• Strong network within the private credit manager and GP community.
• Experience with sovereign wealth funds, pension funds, family offices, or large institutional investors is preferred.