New fund managers: Prepare to succeed

October 23, 2025

Your essential resources for launching an alternative investment fund

Launching your own fund is an exciting step, but it comes with challenges. Every decision, from structuring your fund to attracting investors, shapes your success. With the right strategy, structure and support, you can build a business for long-term growth.
At Marex, we’ve helped hundreds of emerging managers launch and scale their funds. That’s why we’ve created two valuable resources to help you get started.

Getting started guide: 9 essentials for new fund managers

A concise, at-a-glance overview of the key decisions, challenges and early actions that matter most. Ideal if you’re in the early planning phase.

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Full playbook for new fund managers

Launching a fund isn’t just about managing investments, it’s about building a business that investors trust. Our 40+ page guide offers insight and best practices to help you navigate the full launch journey and make informed decisions from day one.

Why download this guide?

  • Identify and align with your ideal investor base
  • Build a scalable, compliant operational framework
  • Understand what institutional allocators expect
  • Structure your fund for flexibility and growth
  • Avoid the most common (and costly) missteps

This playbook is your roadmap to launching with confidence and avoiding the pitfalls that hold many managers back.

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