Job Opportunity
VP – Investor Relations
Lexington, KY
Job Summary
Manage relationships with existing and prospective investors, support fundraising efforts, and oversee co-investment processes. Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Marketing, Communication, Finance, or relevant field. Established LP relationships within the middle market; Direct experience raising equity capital from institutional investors.
Details
We are seeking a Vice President of Investor Relations to join our team, reporting directly to our Founding/Managing Partner. This role is instrumental in managing relationships with existing and prospective investors, supporting fundraising efforts, and overseeing co-investment processes. The ideal candidate is strategic, highly organized, and thrives in a fast-paced, relationship-driven environment.
What You’ll Do:
Investor Relations & Communications
* Develop and execute the firm’s investor relations strategy
* Serve as the primary liaison between the investors and internal teams (Investment, Legal, Back Office, BD, ESG, and Ops)
* Manage investor communications, including quarterly reports, pitch decks, and ad-hoc requests
* Oversee planning and execution of the Annual General Meeting (AGM), including materials, scheduling, and investor engagement
* Maintain up-to-date investor contact records and track engagement using DealCloud
Fundraising & Capital Raising
* Support fundraising efforts by preparing key materials (pitch decks, PPMs, DDQs, data rooms) and coordinating outreach
* Work alongside the placement agents while directly engaging targeted investors
* Ensure the team is fully briefed on investor backgrounds and prepared for meetings
* Track all investor requests and coordinate with the internal teams for timely responses
* Oversee legal documentation and review side letter requests in collaboration with the counsel
Co-Investments
* Collaborate with the deal teams to market co-investment opportunities and manage investor outreach
* Develop and distribute co-investment materials, organize data rooms, and facilitate investor meetings
* Track investor interest levels and communicate updates at senior management meetings
* Work with the legal, finance, and external counsel to process co-investment agreements and closings
Requirements:
* Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Marketing, Communication, Finance, or relevant field
* Advanced degree a plus
* Established LP relationships within the middle market
* Direct experience raising equity capital from institutional investors
* Strong financial acumen, with knowledge of M&A, finance, and accounting
* Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple priorities under pressure
* Proficiency in PowerPoint, Word, Excel, and DealCloud
* Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
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- Min Education: BA/BS
- Min Experience: None