VP of Capital Development

Job Title: VP of Capital Development

COMPANY BACKGROUND 

Black Dragon Capital LLC (BDC) is a unique growth-oriented private equity firm focused on investing in areas where information technology is enabling the disruption of industries by allowing a faster, better and more economically compelling way to solve industry issues. We seek to benefit from a diverse perspective combined with high performance operating and investment executives. We hire and promote based on merit, without bias, and make a genuine effort to ensure we have a diversified team that aligns with the diversity of our portfolio companies and their clients. We intend to maintain over 65% of our team members as culturally or gender diverse and work hard to foster a supportive and welcoming workplace. Bringing a leadership and advisory group of successful entrepreneurs, former operators and deal making experience, Black Dragon’s team has a track record of building market leading companies, driving above market returns and accelerating growth and profitability through its distribution connections, strategic advice, and active participation within our investments, primarily in financial technologies, eCommerce, and sports and media technology markets. 

Role Overview:

Black Dragon Capital is seeking an experienced and highly connected VP of Capital Development to lead fundraising initiatives and expand our investor network across institutional and private capital sources. This role is ideal for a driven, relationship-oriented professional with deep experience in private equity fundraising, investor relations, and business development. 

The VP of Capital Development will play a key role in securing capital commitments from banks, credit unions, institutional investors, family offices, high-net-worth individuals, and other qualified partners. 

The ideal candidate will have strong solid experience Investor relations where you have existing relationships with global investors in the areas described, experience in raising capital, presenting, managing due diligence process, and closing commitments. In addition, you should have experience in managing investor relations, communications with investors and attending key investor events.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Fundraising & Investor Relations 

• Lead all aspects of capital raising efforts for current and future investment funds. 
  Develop and execute a fundraising strategy that targets institutional and private investors, including banks, credit unions, insurance companies, family offices, and high-net-worth individuals. 
  Maintain and expand relationships with existing investors while cultivating new partnerships to increase the firm’s capital base. 
  Present the firm’s investment philosophy, track record, and opportunities with credibility and professionalism. 
  Conduct investor meetings, presentations, and follow-up communications to move prospects through the fundraising process. 

Business Development & Strategic Partnerships 

• Leverage existing relationships and industry networks to identify new capital sources and distribution channels. 

• Collaborate with executive leadership to align fundraising efforts with the firm’s growth strategy and investment objectives. 

• Represent the firm at industry conferences, events, and investor gatherings to increase visibility and credibility. 

• Provide market intelligence on investor sentiment, fundraising trends, and competitor positioning. 

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED: 

• A minimum of 8 years of experience in accounting or finance, with at least 2 years in the Financial Services Industry; experience in the operational side of private equity or investment sectors is a plus. 

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field; CPA designation preferred. 

• Solid understanding of GAAP and experience with financial reporting and analysis. 

• Strong knowledge of financial software and systems (e.g., QuickBooks, NetSuite, Excel) 

• Familiarity with Revenue Recognition for Software and SaaS (ASC 606) 

• Experience with tax rules and compliance. 

• Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and handle multiple tasks simultaneously. 

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate across teams and with external stakeholders. 

• Exceptional analytical abilities and problem-solving capabilities, with a proactive approach to addressing challenges. 

• Experience managing and/or working with global teams.

Location:

Fully Remote Opportunity with Travel, up to 20% may be required. 
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