Sales Support Associate - Private Credit

Venture Search; Greater London; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks an Associate to join their Investor Relations team. In this dynamic role, you will be pivotal in managing relationships with current and potential investors, preparing essential investor communications, and ensuring the CRM system is meticulously updated. Your efforts will directly contribute to the firm's reputation for excellence in investment performance. If you are a proactive individual with a background in finance and a passion for investor relations, this opportunity offers a chance to thrive in a prestigious global credit fund environment, where your skills will be valued and your contributions will make a real impact.

Qualifications

• 2-4 years of experience in Investor Relations or Financial Services.
• Strong communication skills to interact with senior stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing investor presentations and communications.
• Maintain relationships with institutional investors and update CRM.

Skills

Written Communication

Verbal Communication

Market Research

Investor Relations

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance

Bachelor’s degree in Business

Bachelor’s degree in Economics

Tools

Microsoft Office

CRM Software

Job description

Our client is a prestigious global credit fund with $30 billion in AUM. They focus on delivering strong returns through innovative credit strategies and maintain a track record of excellence in investment performance.

The Associate will support the Investor Relations team and play a key role in managing relationships with current and potential investors. This position involves assisting with preparing investor communications, briefing notes, and ensuring that the CRM system is consistently updated with relevant investor data.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Assist in the preparation of investor presentations, updates, and quarterly/annual reports.
2. Prepare investor-related communications, including meeting materials, updates, and performance briefs.
3. Support the Investor Relations team in maintaining relationships with institutional investors, including responding to investor inquiries and requests.
4. Draft and update briefing notes for internal and external meetings with investors, ensuring information is accurate, timely, and relevant.
5. Provide updates on market conditions, fund performance, and portfolio activities to investors as needed.
6. Update and maintain the firm’s CRM system with accurate investor data, including contact information, communication history, and relevant notes.
7. Ensure that CRM data is consistently aligned with internal processes and compliance requirements.
8. Conduct market and competitor research to support investor relations and business development initiatives.
9. Help prepare materials for client meetings, including relevant market trends and portfolio insights.

Requirements:

1. Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business, Economics, or a related field.
2. 2-4 years of experience in a similar role (e.g., Investor Relations, Fund Management, or Financial Services). Credit experience is not essential, but is preferred.
3. Experience working at a Placement Agent is also preferable.
4. Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to interact with senior stakeholders.
5. Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word); experience with CRM software is a plus.

Seniority level

Associate

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Business Development, Project Management, and Public Relations

Industries

Investment Management, Financial Services, and Venture Capital and Private Equity Principals