Head of Fundraising – Private Credit (Hybrid) in London

Channel are looking for a Head of Fundraising who wants to work as a part of a high performing entrepreneurial team to raise funds from institutional investors for our asset backed private credit funds. You will be the company’s main person for sourcing new capital in accordance with our capital formation strategies for pooled funds and SMAs. This will be a key team member for meeting our fundraising ambitions and as such it will require an experienced individual who can systematically develop new and existing investor relationships.

Status: Permanent

Working hours: Monday – Friday 40 hours per week; 8:30am– 5:30pm

Location: Office based; 77 Charlotte Street, London W1Y 4PW with some flexibility to work from home up to 1 - 2 days per week

Reporting to: Chief Investment Officer

Are you?

• Seeking an opportunity to work as a part of a high performing entrepreneurial team to raise funds from institutional investors for our asset backed private credit funds.

Do you have?

• A proven track record in raising capital for private credit funds or similar entities, dealing with investors and creating and maintaining positive relations with the investor community?
• Deep knowledge and understanding of the capital markets, as well as a thorough understanding of key metrics for similar companies in the industry?
• Familiarity with private credit investments, structuring and modelling techniques used by investors?
• Strong understanding of securities laws and other relevant regulations in UK, EU, and USA?

Then we would love to hear from you.

The opportunity:

This is a senior role in the business where you can have significant influence in the development of the business using your knowledge and experience to raise funds from institutional investors for our asset backed private credit funds. You will be expected to get stuck in from day one:

Responsibilities of the Head of Fundraising are as follows:

• Lead the top the funnel investor engagements to source and cultivate investments in Channel’s products from investors globally (in particular the GCC and developed markets).
• Carefully manage relationships outside the company in the investor community.
• Further develop and implement the company’s strategy for capital raising.
• Negotiate and structure product terms with investors as appropriate, collaborating with colleagues as necessary.
• Communicate effectively with all stakeholders including clients, investors, legal counsel, and other service providers to ensure deals are completed in an efficient and timely manner.
• Undertake investor aftercare to maintain and improve relationships and identify additional opportunities.
• Provide regular and timely updates, both verbally and/or in writing on the progress of transactions, new business and progress on KPIs, escalating issues as they arise.
• Maintain and regularly update Channel’s CRM system to accurately record transactions details, progress, and development activities.
• Prepare and maintain appropriate investor presentation decks and DDQ documents.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues across the firm to execute transactions, find new business opportunities and assist in developing Channel’s business.
• Provide training and mentorship to less experienced team members as required.
• Undertake other tasks or projects as required and requested by other members of senior management.
• Develop investor confidence and belief in the company’s vision and strategy.
• Create and manage a strong reputation by demonstrating consistent and clear communication between internal and external parties.
• Provide insights on market activity and present them to the leadership team.
• Work with legal counsel and Compliance to ensure compliance on regulatory matters.
• Help grow the business by being proactive and professional with all stakeholders.
• To be an ambassador for our company at all times.

Who are we?

Established in 2007, Channel is a recognised private credit manager with a focus on short-term asset based finance, serving the innovation economy and NBFIs in the GCC and developed markets. With a pristine regulatory and compliance track record, we actively enable alternative lenders who operate in the SME space, to grow their portfolios of B2B lending products. Channel provides financing structures from $5m up to $150m in the US, Canada, EU and UK, and GCC region. We apply environmental, social and governance (ESG) scorecards to identify forward looking risks across the globe.

What can we offer you?

Our people are at the core of what we do. Channel's benefits package is designed to enable all colleagues to thrive in an inclusive and supportive environment. We also offer the opportunity to participate in the future success of the company via equity participation schemes. Channel is based in the vibrant and thriving City of London. We are located on Charlotte Street W1, minutes away from Goodge Street tube station. It is a modern, open plan workspace that encourages learning & development and a sense of camaraderie. We’re a firm with real entrepreneurial drive and we don’t believe in squashing people’s individuality. We want you to use your unique talents and experiences to help the firm grow. You can only do that by being yourself. And working closely and collaboratively with people throughout the firm. That’s why we foster a culture that encourages you to be yourself. We’ll give you bespoke support to develop your own career. Whether that’s through allowing you to “access all areas” across the firm, funding you through training for professional development qualifications, or making sure you have a structured career plan, we’ll make sure your talents are being nurtured. Our simple values of adaptability, teamwork, integrity and problem solving are vital to our successes at Channel; if you value these as well too, please join our team and share in our journey as we continue to grow.

Who are you?

We are looking for someone who has:

• Proven track record in raising capital for private credit funds or similar entities, dealing with investors and creating and maintaining positive relations with the investor community.
• Deep knowledge and understanding of the capital markets, as well as a thorough understanding of key metrics for similar companies in the industry.
• Familiarity with financial investment, structuring and modelling techniques used by investors.
• A strong understanding of asset backed credit, fund products, macroeconomics, industry dynamics, and customer trends.
• A professional who is entrepreneurial, flexible and dynamic with a client-minded focus.
• Able to perform in a high-pressure environment, and to meet tight deadlines.
• Has superb written and verbal communication skills, as well as the ability to draft engaging and impactful messages for inspiring employees and investors.
• Have the right to work in the UK.
• Willingness to travel.
• Strong understanding of securities laws and other relevant regulations in UK, EU, and USA.

You will have:

• Strong attention to details.
• Entrepreneurial, flexible and dynamic with a client-minded focus.
• Professional and confident in your approach.
• Able to work on your own initiative.
• A ‘getting things done’ type of person.
• Friendly and great team player.
• Proactive, problem solver and solution focused.
• Self-Motivated and prepared to go the extra mile.
• Be positive, adaptable and flexible.
• Able to hit the ground running.

As a person, you will be a team player – we are a small business and don’t just look after our own departments; we look after each other too, to ensure that the whole business is successful. You will be creative but methodical in your thinking – our creative strategy and decisions are always led by well-informed research and data. You will be confident and take ownership of your decisions.

At Channel we are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued, motivated and able to be themselves. All applications will only be considered on merit and the applicant’s suitability to meet the requirements of the role.