Director / VP – Capital Formation & Fund Placement (GCC)
1 week ago
𝗗𝗲𝘀𝗰𝗿𝗶𝗽𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻:
has been mandated by one of the GCC's most dynamic multi-billion-dollar investment institutions, a firm at the centre of the region's private markets ecosystem and scaling faster than almost any of its peers. They are seeking a senior capital raiser to drive the next phase of their growth by deepening relationships with influential investors across HNWIs, family offices, private banks and institutional allocators. With strong deal flow, a proven performance track record and direct access to high-value opportunities, this role offers a rare chance to shape fundraising strategy at an organisation with real momentum and regional credibility.
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𝗥𝗲𝗾𝘂𝗶𝗿𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀:
▸ Minimum 7–10 years of experience in capital formation, fund placement, or institutional distribution within the GCC region.
▸ A proven and verifiable track record of raising capital and closing commitments from GCC investors for alternative investment funds.
▸ An established and active network across HNWIs, family offices, private banks, and institutional allocators in the GCC.
▸ Demonstrated ability to manage the full end-to-end fundraising and placement lifecycle with minimal oversight.
▸ Strong product expertise across alternative investment strategies including private equity, real estate, private credit, and infrastructure.
▸ Experience operating at Director, Vice President, or equivalent seniority with the capability to work autonomously and deliver commercial results.
▸ Advanced skills in developing high-quality fundraising materials (PPMs, pitch decks, teasers) and managing DDQs and investor due diligence processes.
▸ Exceptional communication, presentation, and negotiation abilities with a strong commercial and relationship-driven mindset.
𝗗𝗲𝘀𝗶𝗿𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲𝘀:
▸ Fluency in Arabic (written and spoken).
▸ Relevant Professional Qualifications Such As CFA Or CAIA.
▸ Experience with cross-border fund structures and regulatory environments relevant to the GCC.
▸ Established relationships with key institutional allocators and sovereign wealth funds in the region.
▸ Experience working within a global investment management platform.
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𝗧𝗮𝗸𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗟𝗲𝗮𝗽 𝗧𝗼𝘄𝗮𝗿𝗱 𝗮𝗻 𝗘𝘅𝗰𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗙𝘂𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲 – 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝘆 𝗡𝗼𝘄
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