Elevate Partners have been retained on an exclusive basis on behalf of a new to market Private Bank who are currently looking to hire a Head of Fund Selection. This senior leadership role is responsible for overseeing the sourcing, evaluation, and monitoring of third-party investment funds across all major asset classes, including equities (ex-direct equities), fixed income, and alternatives. The position plays a central role in shaping the multi-asset investment offering, ensuring portfolios are populated with best-in-class external managers and innovative fund solutions.Key responsibilities include:· Leading the manager selection function and setting the framework for sourcing and due diligence across asset classes.· Driving strategic and tactical investment recommendations to align with client objectives and broader investment strategy.· Overseeing ongoing monitoring of fund managers, products, and counterparties, ensuring quality and suitability of allocations.· Building, maintaining, and leveraging senior relationships with global asset managers and solution providers.· Partnering with portfolio management, strategy, and other internal teams to deliver a coherent, high-performing investment proposition.· Acting as a visible thought leader, enhancing communications through research, publications, and client/industry events.· Mentoring, developing, and managing a team of investment professionals to ensure continuous capability development.Ideal candidate profile:· 15–20 years of investment experience, with significant expertise in manager/fund selection across equities, fixed income, and alternatives (private markets exposure advantageous).· Strong track record in designing and implementing investment selection frameworks and processes at scale.· CFA charterholder (or equivalent professional qualification).· Demonstrated leadership in ESG/SRI/sustainable investing and integration into investment policy.· Exceptional technical investment knowledge with a proven ability to innovate and challenge established practices.· Strong communicator and presenter with the ability to influence senior stakeholders and clients.· Highly collaborative, commercially minded, and strategically focused.· Proficiency with investment tools and platforms (Bloomberg, Morningstar, etc.)For more information and to arrange a confidential conversation please contact Kevin Menton at .
