Business Development Assistant

Job description

London, UK | Private Markets | Institutional Client Exposure

We’re supporting a leading global alternative investment firm as they hire a Business Development Assistant to join their London team.

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys being at the centre of client activity, supporting senior stakeholders, and helping drive growth across private markets and institutional relationships.

Why this role is interesting:

• Direct exposure to business development & client-facing activity
• Work closely with senior leadership and global teams
• Involvement in institutional clients, consultants & events
• A great platform for long-term growth within asset management

What you’ll be doing:

• Supporting the UK Business Development team with presentations, client materials & meetings
• Coordinating client reviews, audits, events & conferences
• Managing CRM and consultant databases (DealCloud, eVestment, Mercer, etc.)
• Acting as a key point of contact across internal teams and external stakeholders

Ideal background:

✔ 5+ years’ experience supporting sales / business development teams

✔ Financial services background (private markets a strong plus)

✔ Strong PowerPoint & organizational skills

✔ Detail-oriented, proactive and confident working with senior stakeholders

If you’re looking for a commercial-facing role within a highly respected investment platform, happy to share more details.

• Message me directly or apply via email to William@pembertonpartners.com

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

City of London

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

09-02-2026

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English