Business Development Director | French-Speaking Europe
Business Development Director | French-Speaking Europe
To be based in: Switzerland / France
About the Role
A fast-growing, multi-boutique asset management group is seeking an experienced and driven Business Development Director to lead fundraising and distribution efforts across French-speaking Europe. This role will be pivotal in accelerating the firm's reach among institutional and professional investors, including private banks, family offices, wealth managers, and independent financial advisers.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead capital-raising efforts for a range of investment funds, including traditional strategies and alternative vehicles.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with French-speaking allocators, primarily across France, Belgium, Luxembourg, Monaco, and Switzerland.
- Identify new market opportunities and implement a structured business development plan to drive AUM growth.
- Collaborate closely with the investment, marketing, and operations teams to ensure seamless client experience and product positioning.
- Represent the firm at conferences, roadshows, and one-on-one meetings, serving as a knowledgeable and credible voice on fund strategies.
What You Bring
- Proven track record in fundraising or fund distribution, with a deep network among French-speaking investors.
- Strong understanding of UCITS and/or alternative fund structures, and the European regulatory environment.
- Highly self-motivated and entrepreneurial with the ability to work independently and build a regional market from the ground up.
- Native or fluent French speaker with excellent communication skills in English.
- Willingness to travel extensively within the region.
Why Join
This firm is known for its active investment approach, innovative strategies, and commitment to aligning investor interests with performance. With a diverse product suite and ambitious growth plans, this is a rare opportunity to shape the business in a high-impact role with significant autonomy and upside.
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