Full job description Overview
An established alternative investment manager is seeking a Sales & Business Operations professional to support the growth of its London office. This is a broad, commercially focused role that sits at the intersection of investor relations, business development support, talent acquisition, and day-to-day commercial business operations.
The successful candidate will act as a key representative of the firm externally while also helping to build and scale the internal infrastructure required to support future growth.
Key Responsibilities
Investor Relations & Client Management
*Serve as a primary point of contact for existing and prospective investors.
*Maintain and strengthen relationships with institutional investors, family offices, wealth managers, and other stakeholders.
*Coordinate investor communications, meetings, requests, and due diligence processes.
*Assist in the preparation of fundraising materials, presentations, and investor reporting.
*Support business development efforts through CRM management, market intelligence, and meeting coordination.
*Ensure a high standard of investor service and responsiveness across all interactions.
Talent Acquisition & Human Resources
*Support the firm’s hiring strategy as it expands its London presence.
*Partner with external search firms and recruitment providers to identify talent across investment, operational, and corporate functions.
*Coordinate interview processes and candidate management.
*Assist with onboarding and integration of new hires.
*Contribute to the development of HR processes, employee engagement initiatives, and people-related projects.
*Help maintain an entrepreneurial and high-performance culture as the business grows.
Commercial & Business Operations
*Work closely with senior management on strategic growth initiatives.
*Assist in the management and optimisation of key business processes.
*Support vendor management, service provider relationships, and third-party coordination.
*Contribute to budgeting, planning, and operational projects where required.
*Coordinate cross-functional initiatives across investment, operations, compliance, and external stakeholders.
*Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, scalability, and operational effectiveness.
Strategic Projects
*Play an active role in supporting the firm’s expansion plans and long-term growth objectives.
*Lead or participate in ad hoc projects relating to infrastructure, hiring, investor engagement, and business development.
*Provide commercial insights and support decision-making through research and analysis.
Candidate Profile
*8+ years of experience within hedge funds, asset management, alternative investments, financial services, or a related environment.
*Experience in investor relations, client services, business development support, operations, project management, recruiting, or a combination of these areas.
*Strong relationship management and communication skills.
*Highly organised with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
*Comfortable operating in a lean, entrepreneurial environment where responsibilities extend beyond a traditional functional remit.
*Commercially minded with a proactive and solutions-oriented approach.
*Strong attention to detail and project execution capabilities.
*Proficiency with Microsoft Office and CRM systems.