Investor Relations Manager

Role Overview We are seeking a high-performing sales leader to join our firm as an Investor Relations Manager  focused on highly-considered purchases to drive capital raising, investor service, and investor engagement. This role is ideal for a relationship-oriented sales professional who excels at building trust, managing a pipeline, and working with sophisticated clients. While experience in private real estate or private equity is a plus, we are primarily looking for someone who understands consultative selling, long-cycle relationship management, and high-net-worth client engagement—and can translate those skills into the world of private investments. You will act as a key ambassador for Romano Capital, helping investors understand our strategy and guiding them through the investment process.  Key Responsibilities Capital Raising & Sales Execution Own the full sales cycle: prospecting, qualifying, nurturing, and closing new investors  Build and actively manage a pipeline of high-net-worth and accredited investors  Source opportunities through marketing leads, outbound outreach, referrals, events, and existing networks  Conduct compelling 1:1 meetings, calls, and presentations to convert prospects into investors  Consistently meet or exceed capital raising and activity targets  Investor Relationship Management Develop long-term relationships that drive repeat investments and referrals  Act as a trusted partner to investors, simplifying complex investment concepts  Maintain proactive, high-touch communication throughout the investor lifecycle  Strategic Collaboration Partner with Marketing to refine messaging, campaigns, and lead generation strategies  Provide frontline feedback on investor sentiment, objections, and market trends  Collaborate with the Investments team to align investor demand with offerings  Pipeline & Performance Management Track all activity, pipeline progression, and results in CRM  Maintain disciplined follow-up and outreach cadence  Provide regular reporting and insights to leadership   Key Qualifications 5+ years of experience in sales, business development, or capital raising focused on large ticket or other highly-considered transactions. Direct experience in financial services, real estate, or alternative investments is a plus but not required. Proven ability to build relationships and convert high-value clients  Strong consultative selling skills and comfort with longer sales cycles  Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills  Highly self-motivated, competitive, and results-oriented  Experience working with high-net-worth individuals is a plus  Bachelor’s degree required  What We Offer Competitive base salary with strong performance-based upside  Comprehensive benefits package (PTO, health, dental, vision, 401k)  Direct access to firm leadership and strategic decision-making  A fast-growing, entrepreneurial environment with significant upside   Why Join Us? Impact: Play a key role in driving growth and shaping our capital raising strategy  Autonomy: Own your pipeline and approach while working alongside a nimble team  Growth: Opportunity to expand into a senior leadership role as the firm scales  Exposure: Gain deep experience in private investments and real estate Compensation Base salary of $90,000 - $150,000 based on experience with significant upside bonus potential