Gunderson Dettmer

Director of Community Engagement – Funds

Gunderson Dettmer

full-time

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Location Type: Office

Location: Redwood City • California • New York • United States

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Salary

💰 $200,000 - $275,000 per year

Job Level

Lead

About the role

  • Leverage internal and external data to identify qualified opportunities and segment the private investment fund client base
  • Work with Gunderson partners to design and execute innovative engagement programs that support the private investment funds community by delivering relevant thought leadership and connection opportunities
  • Serve as a connector across the broader Gunderson network, providing clients and prospects with relevant content, introductions and access to exclusive opportunities and knowledge-sharing forums
  • Work closely with the communications team to implement a comprehensive outreach plan, ensuring the market is informed and engaged with our latest offerings and industry thought leadership
  • Track and report on the impact of all engagement initiatives, analyzing and communicating KPIs to internal stakeholders and evolving our efforts to meet the needs of our clients
  • Collaborate with the broader community engagement and business development team to coordinate efforts, share best practices, and enable meaningful connections between company and fund communities.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree a plus
  • 10+ years of program management, business development, or client engagement experience within professional services or an investment fund environment
  • Experience working within the venture capital and growth equity ecosystem
  • Proven track record of managing key accounts, developing and executing market-facing programs, leading client acquisition efforts and driving business growth among sophisticated fund clients
  • Expertise in segmenting client populations, building pipeline and tailoring engagement strategies to meet the needs of different audiences
  • Exceptional written, organizational, and interpersonal communication skills
  • Demonstrated ability to set targets, manage multiple projects, prioritize competing demands, and deliver outstanding results in a fast-paced environment
  • Strong relationship-building and stakeholder management skills; able to maintain regular dialogue and foster collaborative, long-term partnerships
  • Ability to work effectively both autonomously and as part of a team, applying sound judgment and discretion
  • Experience working across multiple office locations, with willingness to travel as needed
  • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and CRM systems required
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Hard Skills & Tools
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Soft Skills
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