At a Glance
- Tasks: Drive capital raising and build relationships with private banks and wealth managers across EMEA.
- Company: Leading hedge fund manager focused on alternative investment strategies.
- Benefits: Highly competitive compensation, autonomy, and significant growth opportunities.
- Other info: Flexible location with regular travel to major financial centres.
- Why this job: Be a key player in expanding the firm's presence in Europe and the Middle East.
- Qualifications: Proven experience in wholesale distribution and strong network in asset management.
The predicted salary is between 100000 - 150000 £ per year.
We are partnering with a leading hedge fund manager seeking to hire a Sales Director for EMEA Wholesale Distribution to support the continued growth of its international investor base. This is a senior, front-office role focused on driving capital raising across the wholesale channel, with primary responsibility for developing and managing relationships with private banks, wealth managers, intermediaries, and distribution platforms across Europe and the Middle East. The firm offers a range of alternative investment strategies, with a strong emphasis on delivering differentiated, alpha-driven performance to institutional and intermediary clients globally.
Key Responsibilities
- Originate and develop new relationships across the EMEA wholesale/intermediary investor base
- Maintain and expand existing relationships with:
- Private banks
- Wealth managers
- Fund platforms and distribution partners
- Drive net inflows and AUM growth across the region
- Position and articulate the firm's product offering to intermediary clients, tailoring messaging to suit different investor segments
- Work closely with internal stakeholders including:
- Investment specialists
- Product and marketing teams
- Support the onboarding of new investors, including due diligence and platform approval processes
- Identify and execute opportunities to increase product penetration within existing distribution channels
- Represent the firm at client meetings, industry events, and roadshows across Europe and the Middle East
Candidate Profile
- Proven experience in a wholesale / intermediary distribution role within asset management or hedge funds
- Demonstrable track record of raising capital from private banks, wealth managers, and/or intermediary channels
- Established network across key European markets and, ideally, Middle Eastern investors
- Strong understanding of:
- UCITS and offshore fund structures
- Commercial, driven, and relationship-oriented mindset
- Ability to communicate complex strategies in a clear, client-friendly manner
Additional Information
- The role offers significant autonomy and the opportunity to play a key part in the firm's EMEA growth strategy
- Candidates can be based in London or other major European financial centres, with regular travel required
- Highly competitive compensation structure aligned with performance
Director, EMEA Hedge Fund Wholesale Distribution employer: Selby Jennings
As a leading hedge fund manager, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer that fosters a dynamic and collaborative work culture. Our commitment to employee growth is evident through tailored development opportunities and a competitive compensation structure that rewards performance. With the flexibility to work from London or other major European financial centres, our team enjoys a vibrant environment that encourages innovation and relationship-building across the EMEA region.
