Description

Investor Relations & Business Development Manager

Location: London

Industry: Emerging Markets & Macro Hedge Fund

Experience: Commercial years (alternatives / hedge funds)

About the Role

A leading Emerging Markets & Macro-focused hedge fund is seeking a highly strategic and motivated Investor Relations & Business Development Manager to help drive institutional fundraising, deepen investor engagement, and enhance the firm's global market presence.

This is a high‑impact, front‑facing position for a polished IR/BD professional who thrives in a fast‑paced, entrepreneurial environment.

Key Responsibilities

Investor Relations & Client Engagement

• • Act as the primary point of contact for institutional investors-pension funds, sovereign wealth funds, endowments, and fund‑of‑funds-delivering timely updates on performance, risk, portfolio themes and macro outlooks.
  • Manage and respond to RFIs, DDQs, and due diligence enquiries with precision and professionalism.
  • Maintain the firm's CRM, ensuring accurate tracking of pipelines, interactions, and investor outreach.
  • Coordinate investor communications including quarterly letters, performance reports, presentations, and bespoke updates.

Business Development & Fundraising

• • Lead institutional capital‑raising initiatives across global allocator segments.
  • Develop and execute strategic fundraising plans for the firm's macro and EM product suite.
  • Produce high‑quality marketing materials including pitch books, factsheets, investment outlooks, and performance narratives.
  • Represent the firm at conferences, investor meetings, and roadshows.
  • Capture and relay investor feedback to support product positioning and strategic development.

Collaboration & Internal Coordination

• • Work closely with investment, risk, operations, and compliance teams to compile accurate and timely information for investors.
  • Ensure consistent messaging across all external communications and materials.
  • Support the planning and delivery of investor meetings, presentations, and strategic initiatives.

Candidate Profile

Experience & Core Skills

• • Commercial years' experience in investor relations, fundraising, or business development within alternatives, hedge funds, private markets, or broader asset management.
  • Strong knowledge of macroeconomic themes, global markets, and Emerging Markets.
  • Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain complex concepts clearly.
  • Demonstrated experience working with global institutional investors.
  • Highly organised, proactive, and comfortable managing multiple projects in a high‑performance setting.
  • Proficient with CRM systems, Excel, PowerPoint; experience with investor reporting platforms is advantageous.

Desirable Attributes

• • Proven track record in capital raising or supporting successful fundraising efforts.
  • Strong allocator network across Asia, Europe, and North America.
  • Ability to interpret market trends and create compelling investor content aligned with the firm's macro narrative.