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26North · 5 days ago

Vice President, Capital Formation – Insurance

New York, NY

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$200K/yr - $250K/yr

7+ years exp

26North is a next-generation investment platform focused on multi-asset class strategies. They are seeking a Vice President to join the Capital Formation team, focusing on expanding relationships within the insurance ecosystem and managing client relationships effectively.

Asset ManagementCreditInsurance

Hiring Manager

Josh Morales

Responsibilities

Partner with MD on fundraising initiatives with insurance investors across North America, while owning individual capital-raising targets

Proactively identify, cultivate, and convert new insurance relationships across CIOs, portfolio managers, investment teams, and insurance-dedicated allocators

Drive re-ups, expand wallet share, and deepen strategic partnerships with existing insurance LPs

Serve as a primary relationship manager for select insurance clients, ensuring a high-touch and thoughtful client experience

Engage regularly with clients to understand investment objectives, portfolio needs, balance-sheet constraints, and regulatory considerations relevant to insurance capital

Provide ongoing product updates, portfolio insights, and market commentary tailored to the insurance segment

Develop a strong understanding of 26North’s platform and serve as a knowledgeable representative of the firm’s Private Equity business, private credit capabilities, and capital structures

Collaborate closely with investment, structuring, and strategy teams to refine and evolve insurance-focused products (e.g., SMAs, rated note feeders, insurance-optimized vehicles)

Translate investor feedback into product development needs, working in partnership with senior leadership

Partner with legal, compliance, operations, and product management teams to facilitate efficient and seamless onboarding processes for insurance clients

Coordinate due-diligence processes, data requests, and investment materials needed for insurance investment committees

Prepare senior executives and deal professionals for investor meetings, ensuring consistent messaging and high-quality engagement

Maintain a detailed view of the insurance fundraising landscape, including competitive dynamics, product trends, balance-sheet regulatory frameworks, and NAIC considerations

Represent 26North as a thought leader with insurance allocators, intermediaries, and industry organizations

Assist with insurance-relevant conferences, speaking engagements, and content development

Qualification

Capital formationInvestor relationsInsurance investment dynamicsPrivate equityPrivate creditCommunication skillsProject managementTeam playerSelf-starter

Required

7+ years of experience in capital formation, investor relations, institutional fundraising, or client coverage—preferably within private equity, private credit, and insurance-focused asset management

Demonstrated success raising capital from insurance investors or working with insurance general accounts, reinsurers, or insurance asset managers

Strong knowledge of alternative investment strategies, with particular emphasis on private equity and credit-oriented vehicles

Proven ability to originate and monetize relationships with sophisticated institutional clients

Subject matter expertise with insurance investment dynamics, including solvency considerations, capital charges, ratings, and investment structures used by insurers

Exceptional communication skills—able to articulate complex concepts clearly and confidently

Highly motivated self-starter with an entrepreneurial mindset and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-growth environment

Collaborative team player with high integrity, sound judgment, and a client-service orientation

Excellent organizational and project-management skills; comfortable managing multiple workflows simultaneously

Strong track record and demonstrated commitment to upholding our core values of excellence, teamwork, stewardship, integrity, and respect

Bachelor's degree required