Job Description
Sales & Distribution Role with a Multi-Billion Dollar DIFC based Investment Manager
Client Details
The client is a multi-billion dollar investment manager
Description
As part of a wide and varied specification, the role will:
Achieve or exceed assigned fund-raising targets.Be responsible for adding new Distribution counters including, but not limited to, Family Offices, Banks, Insurance companies and IFAs/EAMs.Be responsible for managing existing client relationships and ensuring ongoing engagement with a view to maximising sales flows into funds or products managed, or arranged, by the company.
This should include:
Regular meetings with key stakeholders of the Distributors/clients to understand their requirements.Supporting RMs in their sales efforts and conducting trainings for the sales teams.Working with the investment and client servicing team to drive key investment messages through e-mail, online and face to face channels.Provide investment marketing ideas for sales material/initiatives in order to maximise flows into funds and products; andOriginate leads and business for the company from direct contacts and professional relationships.
Within this framework, the incumbent should:
Identify and assist with new business opportunities with prospective and existing clients.Maintain in-depth knowledge of the firm's asset management products and services.Represent the company in a professional manner and display the highest standards of ethics in safeguarding the interests of clients and protecting sensitive data at all times.Manage distributor/client queries and ensure timely resolution.Coordinate with internal stakeholders to help create a sales culture for relationship management as a key sales tool.Work collegially as a member of the sales team to support wider team activities.
Profile
Fluent Arabic speakerDegree in finance, business, or a related field.7-12 years of experience in Sales/Client facing roles within GCC financial services.Strong knowledge of financial markets, investment products and local regulatory requirements.Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.Detail-oriented and highly organized. Ability to work independently and as part of a team.Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel and PowerPoint.
Job Offer
Great opportunity to be part of a growing team Excellent exposure
