Job Overview:

A leading venture capital firm is seeking a Director of Capital Formation to join the team.

Job Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage the capital formation efforts for new private equity funds and investment vehicles.
• Build and nurture strong relationships with institutional investors, including pension funds, endowments, family offices, sovereign wealth funds, and other capital providers.
• Develop and execute comprehensive fundraising strategies to raise capital from a diverse investor base.
• Collaborate with senior leadership to shape the firm’s investment strategy and structure fundraising materials, including presentations, private placement memoranda, and due diligence materials.
• Coordinate and lead meetings, roadshows, and events with potential investors to communicate the firm’s value proposition and investment opportunities.
• Analyze and understand investor needs, preferences, and trends in the private equity market to tailor fundraising efforts and product offerings.
• Maintain ongoing communication with investors, providing regular updates on fund performance, market conditions, and strategic initiatives.
• Manage investor relations and assist in the creation of reporting and presentations to keep investors informed and engaged.
• Stay abreast of market developments, industry trends, and competitive landscape to inform capital raising strategies.
• Work closely with the investment team, legal, compliance, and operations to ensure the smooth execution of capital raising processes.

Job Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business, Economics, or a related field; MBA or advanced degree preferred.
• 8+ years of experience in capital formation, fundraising, or investor relations, preferably within private credit, private equity, venture capital or asset management.
• Strong track record of successfully raising capital from institutional investors.
• In-depth knowledge of the private equity industry, investment products, and capital markets.
• Established relationships with a broad range of institutional investors and intermediaries.
• Exceptional communication, presentation, and negotiation skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team in a fast-paced environment.
• Highly motivated, results-oriented, and capable of driving initiatives with limited supervision.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.