Director of Capital Formation
Nashville, TN
Salary Range: 200,000 - 225,000
About the Job
A well-regarded mezzanine investment firm in Nashville, TN is looking to add an Investor Relations Director to their growing team! The successful candidate will be responsible for managing the firm's capital markets activities and will play a key role in driving the growth of the business.
Investor Relations Director Responsibilities:
- Develop and implement a proactive and results-driven capital formation strategy to raise capital from institutional investors, family offices, and high-net-worth individuals.
- Identify and cultivate relationships with potential investors, presenting investment opportunities and effectively articulating the value proposition of the firm
- Lead the end-to-end fund-raising process, including preparing marketing materials, managing due diligence, negotiating terms, and closing investor commitments.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with existing investors, acting as the primary point of contact for investor inquiries, updates, and reporting.
- Collaborate closely with the investment team to understand the unique selling points of our portfolio companies and effectively communicate these to prospective investors.
- Stay abreast of industry trends, market conditions, and regulatory changes that may impact fund-raising efforts, adjusting strategies as needed.
Investor Relations Director Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree with a finance/marketing/economics concentration (MBA preferred)
- Minimum 8-15 years of experience in Capital formation or Investor Relations
- Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to effectively articulate complex investment concepts to diverse audiences.
- Strong work ethic with a positive attitude
- Demonstrated track record of successfully raising capital and closing deals in a competitive fund-raising environment.
- Strong communication skills