Job Overview
We are seeking a dynamic and strategic Head of Business Development (Funds) to join and lead our Business Development function. This role will be instrumental in driving the firm's strategic growth by identifying and developing business opportunities within the Private Capital Fund space. The Business Development Director will collaborate closely with our different departments and will act as a point person for clients when navigating Deaglo's services.
Key Responsabilities
- Partner Relationships: Develop and support partners in their personal BD activities, including monthly meetings and agenda management.
- Client Targeting: Identify opportunities and effectively reach prospects leveraging its own network and cold outreach.
- Client Relationship Management: Ensure clients benefit from the firm's solutions in a holistic way and build strong, long-lasting relationships.
- Communication: Lead BD activities locally, ensuring proactive communication and information sharing.
- Campaigns and Content: Support the delivery and promotion of marketing campaigns, measuring and reporting on ROI.
- Events: Lead and assist flagship and practice-led client events, managing client lists and capturing ROI.
- Mentor and coach business development and IR team members.
Requirements
- 6–10+ years in business development, a preference for working in financial services previously. Strong strategic, analytical, presentation, and negotiation skills.
- Exceptional interpersonal and team leadership skills.
- Strong strategic, analytical, presentation, and negotiation skills.
Skills
● Basic understanding of international investments and private capital.
● Strong client relationship management skills.
● Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
● Ability to manage and analyse data to identify commercial BD opportunities.
● A proactive, self-starter attitude with a focus on delivering high-quality work.
● Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English.
● Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment. ● Problem-solving and growth mindset.
Benefits
- Competitive compensation package, including performance based incentives.
- Strategic visibility across firm leadership and key stakeholders
- Dynamic in office environment
- A chance to build and mold a team.
- Unlimited PTO