UK - Lionpoint - LPS - Director

Director - Limited Partner Services

Lionpoint, a part of Alpha Group, is a fast-growing global consulting firm, focused on leading digital and operational transformation projects for the alternative investment industry (consisting of private equity, real estate, private debt, credit, and infrastructure). We are known for our expertise, innovation, and commitment to delivering exceptional value to our clients. Our people work side by side with our clients to help them identify, address, and resolve the key operational and technology challenges within alternative investments and financial services firms. We often find that some of the best innovation comes from within and our role is to help empower client teams to drive the change that is required. Collaborating and supporting our clients are the key attributes we look for in our consultants as well as professionals who have experienced the challenges and enabling technologies first hand.

About the Role:

In response to rapid growth within the Limited Partner Space and significant market opportunity, we are looking to hire a Director to oversee the practice group within the UK &EMEA. This position will report to the Senior Partner of Limited Partner Services and will be responsible for business development and regional group oversight for consulting services within Limited Partner Services. Additionally, the role will work closely with the broader leadership team on new business opportunities, current project portfolio and other internal initiatives. The ideal candidate will have expertise in software solutions within the practice area, excellent communication skills, and the drive to lead the build out of the practice.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead Business Development Initiatives in UK and EMEA, this includes deal sourcing and outreach
• Ensure a high-quality client experience from sales through to delivery and project close
• Recruit, train and develop team members to enable the practice to scale
• Clearly articulate the Lionpoint value proposition for the practice area
• Develop relationships with key client stakeholders
• Develop relationships with technology vendors and partners
• Collaborate with Marketing on content development and client/prospect communications
• Attain revenue and margin goals for the practice
• Report and Manage Current UK/EMEA Staff including Utilization Targets, Project Resourcing and Senior Partner Support
• Craft presentations, proposals, and statements of work
• Assist with new and existing partnership relationships with vendors and help build a pipeline
• Engage with other teams within Lionpoint/Alpha to expand the practice footprint to other clients

 

Required Skills & Experience:

• 8+ years of experience in private equity operations, with specific expertise in middle and back-office operations for accounting, reporting, system implementation, and deal management.
• Business development and pre-sales/sales experience is a plus
• Hands-on experience with software solutions such as BlackRock eFront, SimCorp Dimension
• Ability to coach and develop others and build out a team
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills
• Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills

Compensation and Benefits

• Learning and development: Vast opportunities to self-development, unlimited access to LinkedIn Learning
• Flexible working: Work-life balance with flexible schedule
• Community events: We offer a range of social events and meetups
• 26 days’ holiday in addition to public holidays
• Wellness initiatives to promote healthy working, including a gym reimbursement for those enrolled in our medical plans and an allowance for remote working technology.

This is an excellent opportunity to join our growing Global consulting business, with the opportunity to be key member of our leadership team in the UK & EMEA and play a pivotal role in the growth of the practice. If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to contact me directly.