Quant Hedge Fund Business Developer Director - Selby Jennings - eFinancialCareers : Job Details

Location: Europe (Flexible)

About the Firm

An independent, research-driven investment manager is seeking a dynamic individual to lead its capital raising efforts. The firm specialises in systematic strategies powered by advanced quantitative research, machine learning, and automation. With a strong track record of delivering uncorrelated returns across global markets, the firm is entering a new phase of growth and is looking for someone who can help scale its investor base.

The team is composed of experts in applied mathematics, robotics, and data science, and operates with a culture of transparency, innovation, and intellectual rigor.

The Role

This is a rare opportunity to join a high-performing investment firm and take ownership of its fundraising strategy. The ideal candidate will be entrepreneurial, tech-savvy, and passionate about building something from the ground up.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a strategic fundraising roadmap targeting institutional investors, family offices, and platforms.
• Build and maintain long-term relationships with allocators and stakeholders.
• Collaborate with investment and research teams to craft compelling narratives around the firm's strategies.
• Leverage technology to automate outreach, CRM, and reporting processes.
• Continuously optimise fundraising workflows for efficiency and scalability.

Ideal Candidate

• Proven experience in capital raising, investor relations, or business development within asset management or hedge funds.
• Strong understanding of quantitative or systematic strategies.
• Entrepreneurial mindset with a hunger to grow and innovate.
• Comfortable with automation tools, CRM systems, and data-driven fundraising techniques.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.

What's on Offer

• A differentiated capital raising formula backed by robust strategies and a transparent, scientific approach.
• The chance to work with a world-class team in a collaborative, intellectually stimulating environment.
• Significant autonomy and influence over the firm's growth trajectory.
• Competitive compensation and long-term incentives aligned with performance.