Director of Institutional Relations

2 days ago


Dubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates Aventus Full time
Job Description

We are seeking a highly experienced and dynamic individual to join our team as an Associate Director, Investor Relations & Business Development at Aventus.

The successful candidate will be responsible for leading capital raising and institutional investor engagement efforts. They will identify, develop, and maintain relationships with institutional investors and large, institutionalized family offices in the UAE or KSA, focusing on alternative investment products across private equity, private credit, real assets, and hedge funds.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Business Development & Fundraising: Develop and execute a strategic investor coverage plan targeting institutional investors and large family offices for alternative investment products.
  • Investor Relationship Management: Build and maintain deep, long-term relationships with key decision-makers at sovereign wealth funds, pension funds, endowments, insurance companies, banks, and large family offices.
  • Market Intelligence & Coverage: Stay informed on market trends, investor preferences, and macroeconomic factors impacting institutional allocations within alternative investments in the region.
  • Origination & Distribution: Lead fundraising efforts for new and existing funds, leveraging a strong investor network to secure commitments and drive AUM growth.
  • Investor Due Diligence & Structuring: Manage investor due diligence processes, respond to inquiries, and work closely with internal teams to tailor investment solutions that align with investor mandates.
  • Thought Leadership & Brand Positioning: Represent the firm at industry conferences, investor forums, and networking events to enhance brand visibility and thought leadership in alternative investments.
  • Cross-functional Collaboration: Work closely with investment, product, and marketing teams to develop compelling investment solutions and targeted sales materials that align with investor interests.
  • Regulatory & Compliance: Ensure adherence to relevant regulatory requirements for investor engagement and fundraising activities across the UAE and KSA.


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