What are the responsibilities and job description for the Investor Relations Associate (private credit or direct lending required) position at Korn Ferry?
Korn Ferry has partnered with a rapidly growing private credit fund focused on delivering attractive risk-adjusted returns through disciplined underwriting and active portfolio management. With strong performance and increasing investor demand, we are expanding our Investor Relations team to support ongoing fundraising efforts and deepen relationships with institutional and high-net-worth investors.
Position Overview
The Investor Relations Associate will play a critical role in supporting the firm’s capital raising initiatives and maintaining strong investor relationships. This individual will work closely with senior members of the fundraising team to manage investor communications, coordinate diligence processes, and support marketing and reporting efforts.
This is an excellent opportunity for a detail-oriented, analytical, and highly organized professional to gain exposure to fundraising strategy, institutional investors, and private credit markets within a dynamic, growth-oriented environment.
Key Responsibilities
Fundraising Support
- Assist in executing fundraising strategies across institutional, family office, and high-net-worth channels
- Prepare and maintain marketing materials, including pitch decks, fund summaries, and due diligence questionnaires (DDQs)
- Coordinate investor meetings, roadshows, and follow-ups
- Track fundraising pipeline activity and maintain CRM systems
Investor Communications
- Respond to investor inquiries in a timely and professional manner
- Support the preparation and distribution of quarterly reports, capital call notices, and performance updates
- Coordinate data requests during investor due diligence processes
Data & Reporting
- Maintain accurate investor records and capital activity schedules
- Support analysis of fundraising metrics and investor trends
- Ensure consistency and quality control across investor-facing materials
Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Partner with investment, finance, compliance, and operations teams to gather information for reporting and diligence
- Support onboarding processes for new investors
Qualifications
- 2–7 years of experience in investor relations, capital markets, investment banking, private equity, private credit, or asset management
- Strong understanding of private fund structures and fundraising processes
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- High attention to detail and strong organizational skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and CRM systems
- Bachelor’s degree required; finance, economics, or related field preferred
Preferred Attributes
- Experience supporting institutional fundraising
- Familiarity with private credit strategies
- Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment
- Professional, proactive, and team-oriented mindset
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Salary : $210,000