Fund Finance Director

Principal – Fund Finance & Strategic Advisory About Our Firm

We are a leading independent advisory firm specialising in fund finance and strategic capital solutions for private markets. We advise leading private equity, private credit, infrastructure and real estate managers on the structuring, sourcing and execution of financing solutions that support fund operations, portfolio growth and long-term strategic objectives.

Our independence, deep market expertise and extensive lender relationships enable us to deliver objective advice across subscription finance, NAV finance, hybrid facilities, GP financing and bespoke capital solutions. Having advised on more than $50 billion of transactions, we are recognised as one of the leading independent advisers in the global fund finance market.

We are seeking an experienced Principal to join our growing advisory team. This is a senior client-facing role for an entrepreneurial professional who combines strong technical expertise with commercial judgement and relationship-building skills.

You will lead complex advisory mandates, develop trusted relationships with fund managers and lenders, originate new business opportunities and help shape the continued growth of the firm. Working directly alongside the firm's leadership, you will play an integral role in delivering strategic advice to some of the world's leading alternative investment managers.

• Lead complex fund finance and strategic advisory mandates from origination through execution.
• Advise private market fund managers on financing strategy across subscription, NAV, hybrid and bespoke structures.
• Manage lender selection processes, market soundings and competitive financing exercises.
• Structure innovative financing solutions tailored to client objectives.
• Build and maintain trusted relationships with fund managers, lenders, legal advisers and other stakeholders.
• Lead commercial negotiations and coordinate successful transaction execution.
• Identify and originate new business opportunities.
• Mentor junior team members and contribute to the growth of the advisory platform.
• Represent the firm at industry events and contribute to market thought leadership.

• 8–12+ years' experience in fund finance, debt advisory, leveraged finance or financial sponsors.
• Strong execution experience across subscription facilities, NAV finance or related products.
• Proven ability to manage complex financing transactions.
• Excellent commercial judgement and client relationship skills.
• Established network across fund managers, banks and institutional lenders.
• Strong analytical and financial modelling capabilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Entrepreneurial mindset and ability to thrive in a high-growth environment.
• Experience advising alternative asset managers.
• CFA, ACA, CAIA or equivalent professional qualification.
• International transaction experience.

Joining our firm means becoming part of a highly entrepreneurial, specialist advisory business with a reputation as one of the leading independent advisers in the global fund finance market. You will work directly with senior decision-makers, advise leading alternative investment managers and play a meaningful role in shaping the future growth of the business.