Our client, a leading global asset management firm, is looking for a Sales Associate to join their team based in London. The successful candidate will report to the DACH country head and will be responsible for developing and maintaining relationships with clients in the DACH region. The role will require the individual to provide support to the country head in all business-related matters and contribute to the overall sales strategy with a particular focus on the DACH region.
Key Responsibilities:
* Working alongside the DACH country head to ensure existing client relationships are maintained/developed and support them on all business related
matters
* Develop and maintain relationships with internal stakeholders and colleagues within the company
* Collaborate with the sales, sales support and marketing teams to coordinate, manage and attend roadshows/company events with the aim of cultivating
new client relationships
* Contribute to the overall sales strategy during the fortnightly sales meetings
* Help coordinate any client and prospect requests with Sales Support (e.g. reporting; ESG; DDQs; client specific questions, etc)
* Oversee production of detailed RFP requests based on client needs in close cooperation with Sales Support
Skills and Requirements:
* Full time role based in the UK (essential)
* Fluent in German, both written & spoken (essential)
* 3 to 7 years of relevant experience delivering success in a similar role
* Experience in developing external relationships within an asset manager or placement agent; must have experience in client outreach and relationship
management
* Previous experience in dealing with public and private funds (desirable)
* Fund-buyer industry knowledge within DACH region (desirable)
* Exceptional project management and organisational skills
* Excellent inter-personal, verbal, and written communication skills
* The ability to work as part of a wider team
How to Apply:
If you are interested in this role and meet the above criteria, please submit your application.
