Partner, VC Fund

Michael Page Singapore; Singapore; On-site; SGD 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent VC fund is seeking a Partner to lead fundraising efforts and manage investor relations in Singapore. This role involves driving fundraising for upcoming funds, specifically targeting over $200M, and cultivating relationships with various institutional investors. Candidates should possess a master's in finance or business and have significant experience in successful fundraising within the PE/VC landscape. The position offers competitive remuneration alongside a fixed base salary, bonus, and benefits.

Benefits

Competitive remuneration

Bonus and carried interest

Benefits package

Qualifications

• Masters' degree in Finance, Business or relevant discipline with investor relations experience.
• Prior experience leading fundraising efforts with successfully closed rounds over $200M.
• Proven track record managing LP relationships and co-investment processes.
• 15 years of related experience for autonomy in role.
• Familiarity with SEA or APAC P&L management is beneficial.
• Strong business ethics and values.

Responsibilities

• Lead fundraising efforts for the upcoming fund, targeting $200M+.
• Cultivate relationships with institutional investors and family offices.
• Negotiate deals and guide portfolio companies strategically.
• Represent the fund at industry events and conferences.
• Advise the investment team on investor interests.
• Engage with regulators across SEA and India.

Skills

Investor relations

Fundraising strategy

Deal negotiation

Business ethics

Education

Masters' in Finance or Business

Job description

• New role, aimed at raising new capital & managing the fund
• Work with a team investing in high growth tech firms in SEA+I

About Our Client

Our client is an incredibly exciting VC fund that's investing in early-stage technology companies across Southeast Asia and India. They have closed two funds successfully and well on their way for their third & fourth fund raise. As part of their growth strategy, they are looking for someone to manage their existing institutional LPs and lead follow on fund raising. The Partner, VC role is a newly created role aimed at driving the success of the upcoming funds.

Job Description

Reporting to the Managing Partner for the funds, this role is required to lead fundraising efforts for an upcoming fund (e.g., $200M+). In addition, you must identify and cultivate relationships with institutional investors, family offices, sovereign wealth funds, endowments etc. You will lead deal negotiations, provide strategic guidance to portfolio companies, and contribute to the overall growth and success of the fund. This position requires strong industry expertise, a robust network, and the ability to identify and nurture innovative businesses.

You will be measured on:

• Leading investor relations and achieving fund raising targets set by the firm
• Contributing to fund strategy, sector focus and long term vision
• Representing the fund at industry events and conferences
• Provide strategic guidance to portfolio companies and lead deal negotiations
• Acting as an advisor to the investment team, regarding investor interest
• Being an important point of contact for regulators across various markets: SEA + India

The Successful Applicant

To be a successful applicant, you meet the following criteria:

• Masters' in Finance, Business or another relevant discipline plus experience in investor and/or public relations
• Prior experience of having led fundraising in the PE / VC setup, successfully closed rounds more than USD $200m
• Proven track record in managing LP relationships and running co-investment processes
• Ability to work independently - it is estimated that around 15 years' related experience would be needed to manage the demands of this role autonomously
• Candidates from sell-side who have managed SEA or APAC P&Ls could find this a good fit
• Strong business ethics and values to align to the corporate culture

What's on Offer

Our client is an incredibly exciting VC fund that's investing in early-stage technology companies across Southeast Asia and India. This would be an excellent move for someone looking to move to a buy-side role with high autonomy. Remuneration will be competitive and will include a fixed base, bonus, carried interest, and benefits.