Director, Private Funds

Posted 15 April by eFinancialCareers
Competitive salary
London , South East England
Permanent, full-time
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We are seeking an experienced Director, Digital Asset Lead with deep Financial Services experience to focus on go to market and commercialisation of digital solutions for Private Markets, including Private Funds, Private Equity, and Private Debt. In this role, you will be responsible for defining and implementing the commercial strategy for a suite of new infrastructure solutions and capabilities, as well as developing LSEG's brand and ecosystem in Digital Private Markets.

The role will work closely with cross-functional teams across Capital Markets, Post-Trade, and Data & Analytics, as well as relevant functions, including Sales and Account Management, Strategy, and Technology to sell innovative and market-leading products to our clients.

Key responsibilities of the role:
  • Develop and lead on the execution of a Private Markets (Private Funds - Equity/ Credit/ Real Estate/ Infrastructure) Go to Market strategy for new Infrastructure solutions, in partnership with key internal and external stakeholders
  • Identify and prioritise key prospects, leveraging professional network, market research and industry insights
  • Develop a robust client pipeline for LSEG digital solutions in Private Funds
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with key decision-makers and executives within private equity firms, their investors, and fund administrators
  • Contribute to LSEG's Private Markets roadmap by serving as the voice of the customer internally
  • Work with strategic internal LSEG partners to drive adoption and execution of the broader Group Private Markets Strategy
Essential experience and skills required:
  • Experience in Private Markets; Strong relationships/ extensive professional network across Private Funds, Investors, and/ or Fund Administrators
  • Ideal candidate would have a passion for/ understanding of Digital Assets, Cryptocurrencies, Distributed Ledger Technology
  • Bachelor's degree in a relevant field; postgraduate degree a plus
  • Strong knowledge of private markets including existing investment/ allocation processes and the current and emerging needs of both GPs and LPs, as well as fund admins
  • Strategic, client-focussed mindset with the ability to spearhead an execution plan
  • Strong commercial acumen
ABOUT US:

LSEG (London Stock Exchange Group) is more than a diversified global financial markets infrastructure and data business. We are dedicated, open-access partners with a commitment to excellence in delivering the services our customers expect from us. With extensive experience, deep knowledge and worldwide presence across financial markets, we enable businesses and economies around the world to fund innovation, manage risk and create jobs. It's how we've contributed to supporting the financial stability and growth of communities and economies globally for more than 300 years.

Through a comprehensive suite of trusted financial market infrastructure services - and our open-access model - we provide the flexibility, stability and trust that enable our customers to pursue their ambitions with confidence and clarity.

LSEG is headquartered in the United Kingdom, with significant operations in 70 countries across EMEA, North America, Latin America and Asia Pacific. We employ 25,000 people globally, more than half located in Asia Pacific. LSEG's ticker symbol is LSEG.

OUR PEOPLE:

People are at the heart of what we do and drive the success of our business. Our culture of connecting, creating opportunity and delivering excellence shape how we think, how we do things and how we help our people fulfil their potential.

We embrace diversity and actively seek to attract individuals with unique backgrounds and perspectives. We break down barriers and encourage teamwork, enabling innovation and rapid development of solutions that make a difference. Our workplace generates an enriching and rewarding experience for our people and customers alike. Our vision is to build an inclusive culture in which everyone feels encouraged to fulfil their potential.

We know that real personal growth cannot be achieved by simply climbing a career ladder - which is why we encourage and enable a wealth of avenues and interesting opportunities for everyone to broaden and deepen their skills and expertise.

As a global organisation spanning 70 countries and one rooted in a culture of growth, opportunity, diversity and innovation, LSEG is a place where everyone can grow, develop and fulfil your potential with meaningful careers.

LSEG is a leading global financial markets infrastructure and data provider. Our purpose is driving financial stability, empowering economies and enabling customers to create sustainable growth.

Our purpose is the foundation on which our culture is built. Our values of Integrity, Partnership , Excellence and Change underpin our purpose and set the standard for everything we do, every day. They go to the heart of who we are and guide our decision making and everyday actions.

Working with us means that you will be part of a dynamic organisation of 25,000 people across 65 countries. However, we will value your individuality and enable you to bring your true self to work so you can help enrich our diverse workforce. You will be part of a collaborative and creative culture where we encourage new ideas and are committed to sustainability across our global business. You will experience the critical role we have in helping to re-engineer the financial ecosystem to support and drive sustainable economic growth. Together, we are aiming to achieve this growth by accelerating the just transition to net zero, enabling growth of the green economy and creating inclusive economic opportunity.

LSEG offers a range of tailored benefits and support, including healthcare, retirement planning, paid volunteering days and wellbeing initiatives.

We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer. This means that we do not discriminate on the basis of anyone's race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, veteran status, pregnancy or disability, or any other basis protected under applicable law. Conforming with applicable law, we can reasonably accommodate applicants' and employees' religious practices and beliefs, as well as mental health or physical disability needs.

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