Director – Regional Head Business Development
Our client is a leading European funds manager offering a range of investment opportunities to institutional clients in the region. Recent expansion of their business in Asia has brought about the need for a senior level business development professional to grow their Institutional client base and overall revenue.
Reporting to the HK based CEO/CIO, you will work in a highly entrepreneurial business environment and be directly responsible for expanding the firms presence in Asia. Using your vast network of institutional clients (private banks, hedge funds, banks, family offices, etc.), you will ensure the funds expansion and increase the firm’s regional market share. Supported by an extensive portfolio of funds (Fund of Funds, RMB Fund, Commodities Fund, etc), you will work closely with the Asia based team to help penetrate the Hong Kong, China and overall Asian markets. Working closely with Senior Management, you will be directly involved in the development of the strategic growth plan and it’s execution.
To succeed in this role you will have at least 7 years experience in Asset Management/Hedge Fund environment in a Sales/Marketing/Business Development role combined with a proven track record assisting a fund to expand in Asia. An entrepreneurial mind-set and the ability to work independently is essential. Knowledge of Hong Kong and China institutional clients as well as Mandarin language skills are requirements. In this highly entrepreneurial work environment, you will have the opportunity to rapidly expand this role and grow your career. This role offers a competitive base salary and aggressive bonus potential.