Vice President of Business Development

CFI Partners Vice President of Business Development

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Full-Time

Chicago, IL, US

Salary Range : Competitive

Firm Description :

CFI Partners, LLC ( CFIP or the Company ) is a multi-strategy investment manager based in Chicago, Illinois. CFIP’s investment strategies are focused predominantly on high-yield credit instruments and products, including, among others, broadly syndicated loans and securitizations.

An important thread in CFIP’s close-knit culture is its commitment to social impact. In 2016, CFIP entered a strategic partnership with The Academy Group, Inc.

Academy ). The Academy is a philanthropic organization maintaining a mission to support under-resourced students in their academic and professional endeavors in the Chicago area.

CFIP’s growth and its contributions of time and other resources play a crucial role in the Academy’s sustainability and success.

CFIP is excited to welcome a new member to the Team. The Vice President of Business Development will assist in our capital-raising efforts by identifying and procuring new investor relationships.

This position involves developing and executing a comprehensive institutional sale and marketing strategy to drive business growth and meet our Firm’s objectives.

As part of a relatively small and rapidly growing Firm, this position offers high visibility to senior management and the opportunity to significantly impact the Firm’s processes and procedures.

Our Mission :

Our mission, rooted in capital stewardship, is to generate best-in-class performance and deliver exceptional service to our clients and stakeholders.

Our values serve as a guide towards accomplishing our mission and enriching the culture that makes us unique.

Commitment to Diversity :

We have a demonstrated history of inclusiveness. A key to our success in building our diverse workforce is our culture of intellectual curiosity and authentic inclusion.

Our team delivers true cognitive diversity, a competitive advantage that benefits all our stakeholders. We foster an environment that encourages collaboration and open communication while maintaining accountability.

Position Summary :

The primary responsibilities of the role include, but are not limited to :

• Working with Head of Client Solutions and other team members, The Vice President of Business Development will develop and implement a comprehensive institutional sales and marketing strategy that aligns with the Firm's overall business objectives.
• Build and maintain relationships with institutional investors, including consultants, pension funds, public retirement plans, insurance companies, endowments, and other institutional clients.
• Manage and grow the Firm's institutional client base, working closely with the investment and client services teams to ensure that we meet our clients' needs.
• Proactively Identify and pursue new business opportunities with institutional clients, including developing new investment solutions and expanding into new markets.
• Work closely with the investment team to understand and communicate the Firm's investment strategies and performance to institutional clients.
• Represent the Firm at industry events and conferences and develop a strong network of industry contacts.
• Maintain a keen awareness of market trends and regulatory developments that may impact the Firm's business and our clients' investment decisions.

Preferred Qualifications :

• 15+ years of experience in institutional sales or business development, with a proven track record of success in the investment management industry.
• Bachelor's degree in finance, business, or related field; advanced degree preferred.
• Strong knowledge of credit investing and the institutional investment landscape.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to effectively communicate complex investment strategies to institutional clients.
• Strong relationship-building skills, with the ability to build and maintain strong relationships with institutional investors and industry contacts.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and execute a comprehensive sales and marketing strategy.
• Ability to work collaboratively with investment and client services teams.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

Compensation :

• Base salary + discretionary bonus, contingent on experience
• Benefits + 401(k)

CFIP is an equal-opportunity employer that values diversity.

To Apply

Send your resume to [email protected]

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