Head of Alternatives Distribution, Midwest

Head of Alternatives Distribution, Midwest

Location: Chicago, Ill

Compensation: $250K base Bonus Equity

We are partnering with a well-recognized alternatives investment platform that partners with leading asset managers across private credit and private equity. The firm is in a major growth phase and is adding a senior Midwest commercial leader to own and scale one of its most strategic regions.

This is a Chicago-based leadership opportunity with full market ownership, direct team leadership, and significant long-term upside.

Why This Role

• True market ownership
• National brand with deep asset manager relationships
• Institutional-grade product platform for the wealth channel
• Executive-level compensation with long-term equity upside
• Direct line of sight to national growth leadership

Responsibilities

• Own and lead Midwest alternatives distribution strategy across RIAs, independent broker-dealers, and private banking platforms
• Serve as a player-coach, personally driving capital formation while leading and mentoring a team of senior sales professionals
• Build and optimize the regional coverage model, advisor segmentation, and sales execution strategy
• Lead new fund launches, regional roadshows, and national asset manager partnerships
• Partner closely with senior leadership on growth strategy, market expansion, and revenue forecasting
• Drive disciplined CRM usage, pipeline management, and performance reporting
• Act as the senior commercial face of the platform across the Midwest

Requirements

• 12 years of experience in alternative investments distribution and capital raising
• Proven track record building and scaling regional sales teams
• Existing Midwest relationships across RIA, IBD, and private bank channels
• FINRA Series 7 & 63 required
• CAIA preferred