Syz Capital has appointed Ursula Nitschke as the new head of business development and investor relations. Credit: RONNACHAIPARK/Shutterstock.

Syz Capital, the $1.8bn alternatives investment arm of the family-owned Syz Group, has appointed Ursula Nitschke as the new head of business development and investor relations.

Nitschke’s role will encompass overseeing business development, capital raising, investor relations, and communication strategies for the firm.

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With a career spanning over two decades in the alternatives and private markets industry, Nitschke’s global network includes both private and institutional investors.

Nitschke said: “I’m thrilled to join Syz Capital and lead its Business Development efforts with such a talented team.

“Syz Capital’s unique offerings in European private equity, crypto alpha, litigation finance, and bespoke hedge fund portfolios—focused on performance and uncorrelated strategies—make this an exciting opportunity.”

Nitschke’s technical knowledge in the field is evidenced by her authorship of a book on hedge fund performance and risk analysis.

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Her experience is complemented by a track record of establishing, launching, and leading the Hedge Fund Advisory Business at UBS Wealth Management.

Before her move to Syz Capital, she played a crucial role in expanding institutional business relationships at INOKS Capital, a Swiss asset manager specialising in Impact private debt strategies.

Syz Capital liquid alternatives  head and managing partner Richard Byworth said: “Ursula’s extensive experience in the alternatives space makes her an invaluable asset to Syz Capital’s growth strategy.

“Since our inception, Syz Capital has been dedicated to product excellence, and Ursula’s addition underscores our commitment to bringing this expertise to a broader investor base.”