Head of Investor Relations, Hawke Ventures

Description

About Hawke Media

Hawke was founded on the idea that every modern business needs a CMO-level expert to lead digital marketing efforts. We customize data-driven, performance-focused solutions to help launch, scale, and invigorate businesses of all sizes, industries, and revenue models. We’re shifting the agency paradigm by putting client success ahead of our own. We’ve been featured in Forbes, Entrepreneur, INC, Business Insider, and CNN, and we can boast clients such as Red Bull, Verizon, Evite (and many, many more). We work hard and collaborate to create our dynamic culture.

Overview:

We’re seeking a detail-oriented and strategic Fundraising & Investor Relations Lead to drive our capital-raising efforts to a successful close. This role will own and execute all aspects of the fundraising process- from prospect research to LP engagement- while deepening relationships with existing investors.

Qualifications

Key Responsibilities:

Fundraising Project Management

• Own the end-to-end fundraising process, ensuring timelines, deliverables, and team coordination are on track through to close.
• Maintain clear communication with internal stakeholders to align on progress and priorities.
  
  

LP Targeting & Outreach

• Build, segment, and score LP target lists with in-depth research on top prospects.
• Execute structured outreach via CRM, email, and LinkedIn.
• Leverage current LP network for introductions, passive asks, and referral incentives.
  
  

LP Engagement & Relationship Building

• Serve as a thought partner to existing LPs to deepen relationships and identify upsell opportunities.
• Organize 1:1 check-ins, customized updates, and strategic engagement plans.
  
  

Narrative & Materials

• Manage creation and updates of segmented decks, one-pagers, and firm narrative.
• Customize materials for specific LP segments (family offices, institutions, emerging manager programs).
  
  

Content & Brand Building

• Drive LP-focused content strategy including thought leadership, media placements, and regular investor updates.
  
  

Events & Institutional Strategy

• Plan and host investor dinners, LP summits, and conference appearances.
• Develop long-term institutional relationships with pensions, endowments, and foundations. Represent the firm at relevant emerging manager programs.
  
  

Data, Reporting & Systems

• Track all outreach, LP interactions, and fundraising KPIs in CRM.
• Optimize the fundraising tech stack to streamline workflows and reporting.
  
  

Qualifications:

• 5 years of experience in fundraising or investor relations, preferably in early-stage VC.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage complex processes end-to-end.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication.
• Experience working with high-net-worth individuals, family offices, and/or institutional LPs.
• Proficiency in CRM tools and investor communication platforms.
  
  

Comp:

$140k - $150k. This is a ground-floor opportunity at a fast-growing, emerging fund with strong long-term growth potential. Aligned incentives offer meaningful room for salary growth and advancement.