Emerging Market Credit Business Developer

JR United Kingdom; London; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading investment firm is seeking an experienced Business Developer to expand its institutional investor base. This role involves capital raising and managing investor relationships, focusing on private credit and special situations in emerging markets. Join a nimble team that uncovers value in overlooked markets and offers a compelling narrative for capital partners.

Qualifications

• 7-10 years of experience in institutional sales or investor relations.
• Strong understanding of credit strategies in emerging markets.

Responsibilities

• Identify and manage relationships with institutional investors.
• Support fundraising initiatives for new funds.
• Stay informed on market trends impacting target geographies.

Skills

Communication

Presentation

Investor Relations

Capital Raising

Multilingual

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Emerging Market Credit Business Developer, London

Client:

Selby Jennings

Location:

London, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

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Posted:

19.05.2025

Expiry Date:

03.07.2025

Job Description:

Overview:

A specialist investment firm focused on emerging markets is seeking an experienced Business Developer to help expand its institutional investor base. The firm focuses on private credit and special situations, deploying flexible capital into complex opportunities across regions including Latin America, Eastern Europe, and select frontier markets.

Working closely with senior leadership, this hire will be responsible for capital raising, investor relationship management, and supporting the firm's continued global growth trajectory.

Key Responsibilities:

• Identify, develop, and manage relationships with institutional investors, consultants, and family offices across strategic regions.
• Communicate the firm's differentiated investment approach, with a focus on private credit, structured finance, and opportunistic investments in complex markets.
• Collaborate with investment and operations teams to ensure alignment between investor expectations and strategy execution.
• Lead and support fundraising initiatives for new funds and bespoke mandates.
• Stay informed on market trends, macro developments, and geopolitical shifts impacting target geographies.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of 7-10 years of experience in institutional sales, investor relations, or capital raising within private markets or alternative investments.
• Strong understanding of credit strategies, particularly in emerging and frontier markets.
• Proven ability to originate and close investor commitments.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills; able to articulate complex strategies with clarity.
• Multilingual capabilities and cross-cultural experience are a plus.

Why Join:

This is a unique opportunity to join a highly focused team with a hands-on, on-the-ground investment philosophy. The firm's nimble and opportunistic approach enables it to uncover value in markets often overlooked by traditional investors, offering a compelling narrative for capital partners seeking differentiated exposure.