Fund Manager - AIF Category II Private Equity Fund

Role Description:

- Lead fundraising efforts by identifying, engaging, and nurturing prospective investors across PE funds, FoFs, institutions, family offices, HNIs/UHNIs, private banks, and wealth advisors (domestic and offshore).

- Drive capital-raising initiatives for the AIF Category II private equity fund.

- Conduct investor presentations, webinars, meetings, and roadshows to pitch the fund strategy.

- Build and manage relationships with distribution partners, IFAs, and wealth platforms; negotiate, onboard distributors, and support sales enablement.

- Track fundraising pipeline, investor interactions, and commitments through CRM tools.

- Act as the primary point of contact for existing and prospective investors.

- Maintain long-term investor relationships; address queries and provide timely updates on performance, strategy, and portfolio developments.

- Develop engagement strategies to enhance investor satisfaction and retention.

- Coordinate investor meetings, quarterly calls, conferences, and annual reviews.

- Ensure smooth onboarding, documentation, and closure of commitments in coordination with legal, compliance, and operations teams.

- Prepare investor presentations, reports, and communication materials; ensure clear and consistent messaging.

- Conduct research on market trends, competitor activities, investor behavior, and the LP ecosystem.

- Monitor fundraising cycles and LP engagement patterns to refine outreach strategy.

- Prepare materials for client-specific or fund-specific requirements.

- Track investor activities systematically and resolve issues promptly.

- Collaborate with finance, compliance, technology, operations, and legal teams to meet regulatory requirements and ensure operational efficiency.

- Lead initiatives to enhance investor experience and strengthen internal communication.

Job Requirements

- CA/MBA/CFA with 7-10 years experience in Investor Relations, AIF fundraising, wealth management, private equity, or related fields (higher experience acceptable for non-qualifications).

- Strong knowledge of SEBI/AIF regulations, fund structures, and investment products.

- Proven fundraising track record with HNIs, family offices, private banks, and similar institutions.

- Excellent communication, presentation, relationship management, and analytical skills.

- Solution-oriented team player with strong interpersonal and networking capabilities.

- Preferred: established relationships with family offices, HNIs Ultra HNIs, institution, wealth managers, private banks, and distribution networks.

- Preferred: prior experience with SEBI-registered AIFs (particularly Category II).