Director, Investor Relations

Wafra; New York (NY); On-site; USD 180,000 - 225,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Retirement benefits

Health insurance

Paid holidays and time off

Job summary

A leading global investment firm is seeking a Director of Investor Relations & Marketing to lead communications and investor engagement. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of relevant experience, excel in a fast-paced environment, and demonstrate strong project management skills. This role offers a base salary ranging from $180,000 to $225,000 plus bonus eligibility. The position is based in New York and requires in-person presence five days a week.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in investor relations within alternative investments or private equity.
• Strong knowledge of institutional investors and the fundraising lifecycle.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Ensure accuracy and timely delivery of due diligence materials.
• Serve as a senior point of contact for existing and prospective investors.
• Oversee the quality control of investor-facing materials.

Skills

Investor relations experience

Project management skills

Communication skills

Relationship management

Education

Bachelor’s degree

MBA, CFA, or CAIA preferred

Job description

Position: Director, Investor Relations & Marketing

Reports to: Managing Director, Head of Investor Relations & Marketing

About Wafra: Wafra Inc. (\"Wafra\") is a leading global investment firm currently managing approximately $28 billion in assets and commitments across a variety of asset strategies. Behind our investment strategies are talented professionals, principally in New York, who bring expertise and experience to deliver strategic, focused solutions. Wafra seeks to provide long-term investment return solutions that span not just years, but generations.

Position Summary: The Director of Investor Relations & Marketing will be a senior member of the team, reporting to the Head of IR & Marketing (Managing Director). This individual will ensure excellence across all investor communications, marketing initiatives, and due diligence activities. The ideal candidate has approximately 10 years of Investor Relations experience, thrives in fast-paced environments, and balances strategic vision with hands‑on execution.

Investor Relations

• Ensure accuracy and timely delivery of due diligence materials, RFPs/DDQs, investor updates, and due diligence requests, including managing data rooms (e.g., Intralinks).
• Serve as a senior point of contact for existing and prospective investors, ensuring responsiveness, accuracy, and consistency.
• Manage and strengthen LP relationships with strong organization, project management, and reliability.
• Build and institutionalize infrastructure for LP engagement, including enhancement of a CRM to enhance long‑term relationship management.
• Partner closely with investment teams to align messaging, positioning, and investor communications.
• Anticipate investor needs and contribute to capital formation initiatives by cultivating and deepening relationships.

Marketing & Communications

• Oversee the quality control of investor-facing materials, website updates, and select marketing collateral.
• Ensure consistency of firm-wide messaging and brand positioning across channels.

Requirements

• 10+ years of experience in investor relations within alternative investments or private equity.
• Strong knowledge of institutional investors and the fundraising lifecycle.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Proven ability to lead investor engagement and support successful fundraising outcomes.
• Strong project management and organizational skills; detail-oriented with the ability to handle multiple priorities.
• Ability and willingness to work 5 days per week in the New York office (in‑person presence required).
• Bachelor’s degree required; MBA, CFA, or CAIA preferred.

The anticipated base salary for this role is $180,000 - $225,000 + bonus eligibility. The compensation range for this role is specific to New York City and actual base salary will be determined by several components including but not limited to an individual’s experience, skill set and qualifications.

Wafra is committed to the wellbeing of all employees, and the hired candidate will be offered our comprehensive benefits package, including but not limited to, retirement benefits, health insurance, life insurance, paid holidays and time off.