Director (Capital Raising) – European Markets
Sector: Real Estate Private Markets
Firm: European Real Estate Debt Fund
Our client is a highly regarded UK-based mid-market real estate debt fund, known for its deep market expertise, disciplined underwriting, and robust lending capabilities. To complement this expansion, they are now seeking a seasoned Senior Capital Raiser to lead fundraising efforts across continental Europe.
You will work alongside the firm's UK capital raising lead to deliver a coordinated pan-European fundraising strategy aligned with the fund’s growth ambitions.
The successful candidate will possess a strong track record in capital raising or institutional sales, with particular expertise in real estate private markets or listed equity. You will have established relationships within European pension funds, specialty insurers, and other institutional capital pools.
Leverage existing relationships and cultivate new ones, focusing on pension funds (~70% of the investor base), specialty insurers (~20%), and other institutional sources (~10%).
Serve as a primary point of contact for European investors, providing consistent and compelling communication around fund performance, pipeline, and strategy.
Partner with internal stakeholders across the investment, legal, and marketing teams to ensure materials, responses, and presentations are tailored to a European audience.
Market Intelligence:
Stay abreast of European investor trends, regulatory considerations, and capital flows to inform strategic decision-making.
Direct experience within real estate private markets and/or listed equity markets.
Likely to come from an institutional asset management or real estate investment management environment.
Deep knowledge of the European institutional landscape, particularly across pensions and insurance groups.
Exceptional interpersonal and relationship management skills.
European languages are beneficial (but not essential)