Focus area Private Markets, Capital Markets & Alternatives
(Executive) Director – Capital Formation DACH
Frankfurt or Munich (flexible)
Company
A leading and growing international private markets investment firm is seeking to strengthen its capital formation capabilities in the DACH region. The firm offers differentiated investment strategies across private markets and is in an active phase of expanding its institutional investor base in Continental Europe. The role provides the opportunity to build and deepen relationships with key investors and contribute meaningfully to the firm’s long-term growth in the region.
Responsibilities
The successful candidate will be responsible for developing and executing the capital raising strategy across the DACH region, with a strong focus on institutional investors. This is a front-office, revenue-generating role with high visibility internally and externally, requiring both strategic thinking and hands-on execution.
Key responsibilities
Develop and execute a targeted capital raising strategy for the DACH region
Build and maintain long-term relationships with institutional investors, including:
Pension funds
Insurance companies
Asset managers / fund of funds
Single & multi-family offices
Drive new business development and actively manage the full fundraising cycle
Represent the firm in client meetings, roadshows, and industry events
Collaborate closely with investment, product, and senior leadership teams
Provide market intelligence and feedback to support product positioning and strategy
Maintain a disciplined pipeline and ensure consistent follow-up and conversion
What`s on offer
Opportunity to represent a high-quality, growing platform
Significant impact on regional growth and investor base
Entrepreneurial environment with high visibility and autonomy
Competitive compensation aligned with performance
Candidate requirements
8–15 years of experience in institutional sales / capital formation
Proven track record in raising capital from institutional investors in DACH
Experience within:
Private Equity
Private Debt
Infrastructure
or alternative investments
Background from a leading asset manager, private markets platform, or placement agent
Strong, established network across DACH institutional investors
Demonstrated ability to originate and close mandates / allocations
High level of credibility and seniority in client interactions
Entrepreneurial mindset with the ability to operate independently
Strategic thinker with strong execution capabilities
Excellent communication and presentation skills
Education: top-tier university degree; CFA, MBA or equivalent is a plus
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