Senior Business Development Director – Private Equity and Real Estate Fund Administration

Overview

In London, you will drive growth for SS&C Hedge Fund Services by identifying and winning Hedge Fund, Managed Account, Family Office and Fund of Hedge Fund Administration mandates. You’ll work with cross-functional experts to expand the client base across EMEA, shaping the sales strategy and contributing to the firm’s brand in the hedge fund space. The role offers long-term career potential with a strong commission structure and competitive compensation. You’ll engage with top-tier clients and industry partners to deliver scalable, value-driven solutions. This is a collaborative, results-focused opportunity in a global, tech-enabled platform.

Pay / Benefits

• hybrid work model
• excellent commission structure
• competitive salary
• professional development reimbursement
• competitive benefits
• global opportunity

Responsibilities

• Develop a strong pipeline of potential clients in hedge fund, managed account, and Fund of hedge Fund space for profitable revenue growth
• Identify and win new business in EMEA, focusing on new fund launches and established funds
• Own the sales process and lead commercial negotiations within set parameters
• Enhance brand awareness to generate high-quality leads and attend industry events
• Build and manage financial intermediary and third-party networks (Prime Brokers, Solicitors, Auditors, Consultants)
• Contribute to Hedge Fund team thought leadership by authoring topical articles
• Travel regularly within Mainland Europe to support business development

Key requirements

• Proven track record of building a sizeable revenue-generating pipeline in hedge fund outsourced middle-office, back-office, fund administration, and accounting services
• Experience in hedge fund sales with CFO/COO and intermediary networks; senior contacts with global Prime Brokers; connections with legal and accounting practices
• Self-starter with ability to establish and maintain relationships with industry influencers
• Self-motivated and performance-driven with strong sales results
• Previous sales experience in Fund Administration; confident approaching new/cold clients
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills (written and oral)
• Genuine interest in open-ended fund structures, market trends, and regulations; ability to identify outsourcing opportunities

• self-motivated
• relationship-building
• strong communication
• fund administration sales
• outsourced middle-office and back-office services
• knowledge of hedge funds and fund structures

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