Head of Secondaries

The Company is seeking a Head of Secondaries to spearhead the development and management of its secondaries proposition. This senior leadership role is pivotal in the current market, where secondaries deal volume is at an all-time high and the integration of insurance in GP-led and LP-led deals is becoming increasingly significant. The successful candidate will be responsible for the end-to-end process, including strategy, origination, and execution, and will have the opportunity to build and lead a team as the proposition expands. Key responsibilities for the Head of Secondaries include leading the structuring and placement of W&I and related risk across various secondaries transactions, such as single-asset and multi-asset GP-led continuation funds, LP-led portfolio sales, and clean wind-up/warranty-replacement structures. The role also involves close collaboration with GPs, LPs, secondary buyers, fund counsel, and clean teams to facilitate negotiations and expedite distributions to LPs. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in the secondaries market, with a focus on transactional risk broking, underwriting, private equity secondaries advisory, fund/placement agency, or a relevant legal background, and must possess the credibility and relationships necessary to lead the proposition effectively. The Head of Secondaries will be at the forefront of building the firm's client base and broker network, both domestically and internationally, and will serve as the senior authority on secondaries-specific underwriting, diligence scope, and conflict management. This is a unique opportunity for a seasoned professional to make a significant impact and shape the secondaries offering with a high degree of autonomy. The role requires a candidate with a proven track record in the secondaries market, a deep understanding of the industry, and the ability to bridge negotiation gaps to ensure successful deal execution. The Head of Secondaries will be instrumental in the growth and success of the proposition, and as such, a strategic and proactive approach, as well as excellent leadership and team-building skills, are essential.