SVP/Director - Institutional Sales

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

Job summary

A leading multi-asset investment manager is seeking a Sales Director for their London team to drive capital raising efforts and strengthen relationships with institutional investors. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in institutional sales, particularly within private markets, and a proven track record in capital raising.

Qualifications

• Minimum 7–10 years of experience in institutional sales or capital raising.
• Proven ability to raise capital for private markets funds.
• Deep relationships with European institutional investors.

Responsibilities

• Lead capital raising activities for private market strategies.
• Develop relationships with institutional investors across Europe.
• Manage the full sales cycle from prospecting to onboarding.

Skills

Institutional sales

Capital raising

Business development

Communication

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Client:

Venture Search

Location:

london, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Posted:

23.05.2025

Expiry Date:

07.07.2025

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Job Description:

Venture Search is partnered with a Tier 1 multi-asset investment manager with a strong track record across both private and public strategies. As part of their growth, they are seeking a Sales Director to join their London-based team. This is a strategic hire to help drive capital raising efforts and deepen relationships with institutional investors across the region.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and execute capital raising activities for our private market strategies (Private Equity, Private Credit, Infrastructure).
• Develop and maintain deep relationships with institutional investors across Europe, with a strong emphasis on the UK.
• Work closely with investment and product teams to position strategies effectively with prospective clients.
• Manage the full sales cycle—from prospecting and initial engagement through to closing and onboarding.
• Monitor market trends, investor appetite, and regulatory developments to inform business development strategy.
• Partner with internal stakeholders including product development, legal/compliance, and senior leadership to ensure alignment of goals and messaging.

Requirements:

• Minimum 7–10 years of experience in institutional sales, capital raising, or business development at a GP or a placement agent.
• Proven ability to raise capital for private markets funds (PE, Private Credit, Infrastructure) from institutional investors.
• Deep and active relationships with European institutional investors—particularly UK pension funds, insurance companies, consultants, and family offices.
• Strong understanding of private market investment products and their fit within institutional portfolios.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; ability to present complex products clearly and persuasively.