Chief Business Development Officer (CBDO) – Capital Raising & AIF

Location: Mumbai, Maharashtra
Job Type: Full time
Experience: 15+ years
Department: Business Development – Investor Relations
Reporting To: Managing Director

Job Overview

We are looking for an experienced Chief Business Development Officer (CBDO) to lead capital raising, business development, investor relations and distribution strategy for an alternative investments business.

The ideal candidate should have a proven track record in raising capital for AIFs, private equity, private markets or alternative investment products, along with strong relationships across HNIs, UHNIs, family offices, institutional investors, banks and wealth platforms.

Key ResponsibilitiesCapital Raising & Business Development

- Lead the overall capital-raising and business development strategy.
- Drive fundraising across AIFs, private equity, real estate, private credit and alternative investment products.
- Build and maintain relationships with HNIs, UHNIs, family offices, institutional investors, banks and wealth platforms.
- Develop and expand distribution networks across India and international markets.
- Identify and develop new fundraising channels across international financial centres.
- Build and manage a strong pipeline of prospective investors and strategic partners.

Investor Relations

- Provide strategic oversight to the Investor Relations function.
- Develop and maintain long-term relationships with key investors.
- Act as a senior-level representative in meetings with investors and financial institutions.
- Ensure timely and transparent investor communication.
- Oversee investor updates, financial disclosures and other investor-related documentation.




- Gather investor feedback and identify opportunities to improve products and investor experience.

Product Strategy & Distribution

- Work closely with Investment, Legal, Compliance and Finance teams on product development.
- Provide market and investor insights for products covering real estate, private credit, income-generating assets and alternative investments.
- Monitor market trends, investor preferences and competitor offerings.
- Develop distribution strategies for new and existing investment products.
- Guide the preparation of investor presentations, pitch decks and fund materials.

Leadership

- Lead and mentor senior business development and investor relations teams.
- Set fundraising targets and monitor business development performance.
- Build a high-performance culture focused on capital mobilisation and investor relationships.
- Work closely with senior leadership to align fundraising and business development objectives.

Regulatory & Cross-Border Business

- Work with Legal and Compliance teams to ensure fundraising activities comply with applicable regulations.
- Support cross-border fundraising and investment initiatives.
- Contribute to the development of international capital-raising channels and distribution partnerships.

Candidate Requirements

- 15+ years of relevant experience in Capital Raising, Fundraising, AIFs, Private Equity, Investment Banking, Wealth Management, Asset Management or Alternative Investments.




- Proven track record of successfully raising capital for Indian AIFs, private market funds or offshore investment structures.
- Strong existing relationships with HNIs, UHNIs, family offices, institutional investors, banks, wealth platforms and distributors.
- Strong understanding of AIFs, private markets, real estate investments, private credit and alternative investments.
- Experience in building and managing large investor and distribution networks.
- Demonstrated experience in senior-level business development and fundraising.
- Strong leadership, negotiation, relationship management and communication skills.
- Ability to lead and manage senior business development teams.

Education & Certifications

- Post-Graduate degree in Finance, Economics, Business Administration or a related field.
- MBA preferred.
- CFA, CA, CAIA or equivalent professional qualification will be an advantage.

Key Skills

Capital Raising | AIF Fundraising | Investor Relations | HNI | UHNI | Family Office | Institutional Investors | Private Equity | Alternative Investments | Wealth Management | Fund Distribution | Real Estate Investments | Private Credit | Investment Banking | Asset Management | Business Development

Why Consider This Opportunity?

- Lead a high-impact capital-raising and business development function.
- Work closely with senior leadership on strategic growth initiatives.
- Build relationships with leading investors, family offices and financial institutions.
- Gain exposure to Indian and international alternative investment markets.
- Play a key role in fundraising, product distribution and business growth.

Pay: Up to ₹6,500,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person

📌 Chief Business Development Officer (CBDO) – Capital Raising & AIF (India)
🏢 Yash Consultant
📍 India