Fundraising Specialist

3 weeks ago


Greater London, United Kingdom The MWek Company Full time
Job Description

Position: Fundraising & Origination Specialist (Private Equity - Secondaries)

Reports to: Head of Fundraising & Origination


Role Summary:

Seeking a skilled Private Equity professional to drive fundraising and origination activities with a specialized focus on secondaries, LP interests, and deal execution. This role will identify, evaluate, and close secondary investments, manage LP relationships, and contribute to strategic fundraising initiatives. I need candidates with a strong track record of fundraising specifically by investors that are both LPs and Direct Investments. 90% - 95% of experience should be fund raising on indirect and direct PE Private Markets Deals. You MUST have a demonstrable record of closed investment obtained from relationship investors.


Key Responsibilities:

  • Origination & Pipeline Development:
  • Identify and evaluate secondary market opportunities, focusing on LP stakes and GP-led transactions.
  • Develop and maintain relationships with institutional investors, family offices, and other LPs to source deal flow.
  • Fundraising & Investor Relations:
  • Support and lead fundraising initiatives by creating compelling materials, presentations, and data analytics for prospective investors.
  • Engage with LPs and key stakeholders to assess their investment appetite, structure solutions, and optimize terms.
  • Deal Closing & Execution:
  • Oversee due diligence processes, financial modeling, and risk assessment for secondary transactions.
  • Drive deal negotiations and lead transaction closing, ensuring alignment with regulatory, financial, and legal requirements.
  • Market Analysis & Strategy:
  • Conduct market research to identify emerging trends and investment opportunities within secondary markets.
  • Contribute to the firm’s investment strategy by providing market insights and supporting strategic initiatives.

Key Qualifications:

  • Experience: 5-10 years of relevant Private Equity experience, with a focus on secondary transactions, LP interests, and fundraising.
  • Technical Skills: Proficient in financial modeling, valuation, and due diligence within a secondary market context.
  • Relationship Management: Strong network within the LP community and institutional investors; proven track record in cultivating and managing these relationships.
  • Deal Closing: Demonstrated expertise in structuring, negotiating, and closing secondary market deals.

Preferred Attributes:

  • Analytical Mindset: Highly analytical with a deep understanding of secondaries and private equity transaction mechanics.
  • Communication Skills: Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with an ability to clearly articulate value propositions to LPs.
  • Execution-Oriented: Proven ability to work independently and lead deal processes with a high degree of precision.



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