Director, Equity Capital Markets

Overview:
SimpleCITI Companies is a vertically integrated real estate and specialty finance platform built to execute across the full investment lifecycle. Our operating companies specialize in real estate acquisitions, capital markets, brokerage, property management, development, and specialty lending. With expertise in industrial, commercial, mixed-use, and residential real estate, SimpleCITI operates at the intersection of capital deployment, operational execution, and long-term value creation.

Our real estate verticals include:
• SimpleEQUITIES (Private Equity Real Estate)
• SimpleADVISORY (Investment Advisory)
• SimpleMANAGE (Property Management)
• SimpleBRICKS (Development)
• SimpleREALTY ADVISORS (Brokerage & Leasing)

Job Description:

We are currently seeking a highly experienced and results-driven Director of Equity Capital Markets (ECM) with a deep understanding of capital markets and private equity real estate. In this role, you will be responsible for leading and expanding our capital markets division. Your key responsibilities will be to form and build out direct relationships to:

1. Institutional LP Investors: Pension funds, insurance companies, endowments/foundations, commercial banks, sovereign funds, private equity funds, hedge funds, and mutual funds.
2. Retail Investors: Registered Investment Advisors (RIA), Broker-Dealers (BD), and High-Net-Worth (HNW) individuals.

You will need to possess extensive relationships of these contacts, be proficient in capital markets-specific outreach and CRM software, build and manage the requisite team, and attend roadshows, including LP investor presentations, conferences, and trade shows. As the Director of Equity Capital Markets (ECM), you will play a critical role in expanding our investor base and growing our presence in new markets.

1. Forge Elite Connections: Cultivate and solidify relationships with top-tier Institutional LP Investors, including pension funds, insurance giants, endowments/foundations, commercial banks, sovereign funds, private equity funds, hedge funds, and mutual funds.
2. Command Retail Markets: Build and nurture strong bonds with Retail Investors, including Registered Investment Advisors (RIA), Broker-Dealers (BD), and High-Net-Worth (HNW) individuals.
3. Lead Capital Power Moves: Spearhead capital raising initiatives, driving the fundraising process from inception to successful closure, ensuring robust capital inflow.
4. Master CRM Excellence: Oversee the development and optimization of a cutting-edge CRM system to manage investor relationships and streamline outreach efforts.
5. Build a Powerhouse Team: Recruit, inspire, and lead a dynamic, high-performing team dedicated to capital markets and investor relations.
6. Dominate the Stage: Represent the company with authority and charisma at roadshows, LP investor presentations, conferences, and trade shows, captivating new investors and elevating the company’s profile.
7. Strategic Synergy: Collaborate with senior leadership to align bold capital market strategies with the company’s ambitious business objectives and growth trajectory.

Requirements

1. Education: Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Business, or a related field. MBA or advanced degree with distinction highly preferred.
2. Proven Expertise: Minimum of 10 years of stellar experience in capital markets, private equity, or a related field, with a proven track record of securing substantial capital.
3. Strategic Relationships: An expansive, high-caliber network within Institutional LP Investors and Retail Investors, with a knack for building and sustaining powerful relationships.
4. Technical Mastery: Proficient in state-of-the-art capital markets outreach and CRM software, with razor-sharp analytical and strategic planning skills.
5. Inspirational Leadership: Exceptional leadership abilities, demonstrated through the successful creation and management of high-octane teams.
6. Compelling Communication: Superior verbal and written communication skills, with the talent to engage and captivate diverse investor audiences.
7. Industry Savvy: Deep, insightful understanding of capital markets, private equity real estate, and the competitive landscape, with a vision for future opportunities.

Benefits

Grow your financial package with your results-driven performance and success

Competitive Salary | $100,000 - $300,000

Free Coffee & Beverages

Full Service Cafeteria & Starbucks

Excellent Networking Opportunities & Exposure to Commercial Real Estate

Rapidly Expanding Company