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About Your Company
Our partner is a foreign-owned entity with a unique foundation of strategic board members which allows them to drive investment opportunities between China and global markets through their QDLP / QFLP licenses.
We are looking for a General Manager to lead their operation in Hong Kong / Shenzhen, working closely with their mainland headquarters. This role will be a critical strategic hire in driving fund growth and managing cross border investments across the Asia-Pacific region.
A strong understanding of the regulatory and business landscape in mainland China is essential.
About your role
- Leadership & Strategy
Oversee strategic planning, investment execution, and operational management, focusing on QDLP/QFLP fund structures.
Drive AUM growth via a 5-year roadmap.
- Fund Management Expertise
Lead the full lifecycle of QDLP/QFLP funds, including quota applications, structure design, and compliance.
Manage cross-border fundraising (targeting institutional LPs, sovereign funds, HNWIs) and investor relations.
- Regulatory & Compliance
Ensure adherence to AMAC (China) and international fund governance standards.
Optimize QDLP/QFLP quotas through regulatory engagement (e.g., expanding QDLP quota from $60M to $200M).
- Market Expansion
Establish the firm as a leader in China’s private equity market and expand into global hubs (Dubai, Singapore, U.S.).
Develop partnerships with NZ/AU fund managers for global business growth.
- Investment Focus
Build a diversified portfolio in tech, renewable energy, healthcare, and infrastructure.
Execute cross-border PE transactions with a high success rate.
- Team & Culture
Recruit and mentor a high-performing team, fostering cross-border collaboration between China and NZ.
Promote an international investment culture and knowledge sharing.
- Operational Excellence
Streamline workflows between domestic/overseas teams and improve fund governance/cost efficiency.
Deliver at least 1 fund product within 3 months of joining.
What you will need to succeed
10+ years in PE fund management (QDLP/QFLP experience required).
Track record of managing $500M+ AUM and bilingual (Chinese/English) proficiency.
Preferred: MBA/PhD/CFA, AMAC/SFC licenses, and deep China market knowledge.
Candidates from Shanghai, Shenzhen, Hainan are welcomed
How To Apply
Interested parties, please send your CV directly to [email protected] or apply directly.
Please note that only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.
