Institutional Sales- Raymond James Investment Management

Raymond James

20h•Remote

About The Position

The primary objective of this role is to drive the growth of institutional assets under management across all investment products, sourced from U.S. investment consulting firms, with a particular focus on firms located in the Central and Eastern U.S. This position also includes direct outreach to plan sponsors. Key responsibilities include effectively positioning Raymond James Investment Management and its affiliates' strongest capabilities in front of consultants, guiding these offerings through the various stages of the manager research process, and securing positive ratings for inclusion in consultant-influenced searches—all critical steps in generating new assets and revenue.

Requirements

Knowledge of: Company’s working structure, policies, mission and strategies.
Knowledge of: Advanced concepts, principles and practices used in the securities industry.
Knowledge of: Advanced concepts, principles and practices of marketing and sales aspects.
Knowledge of: Institutional investment management products.
Skill in: Identifying the needs of customers through effective questioning and listening techniques.
Skill in: Detail orientation to ensure quality standards are met without impairing workflow.
Skill in: Identifying trends and communicating to management.
Skill in: Follow-up to ensure resolution and completion of tasks.
Skill in: Operating standard office equipment and using required software application to produce correspondence, reports, electronic communication, and spreadsheets.
Ability to: Effectively market the company and show resilience through the prospecting process.
Ability to: Work independently, make non-routine decisions.
Ability to: Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with all organizational levels, including senior management.
Ability to: Organize, manage and track multiple detailed tasks and assignments with frequently changing priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced work environment with frequent interruptions.
Ability to: Balance conflicting resources and priority demands.
Ability to: Partner with other functional areas to accomplish objectives.
Ability to: Work independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment.
Ability to: Establish and maintain effective working relationships at all levels of the organization, including negotiating resources.
Bachelor’s Degree (B.A.) in Finance or Business.
At least 10 years of experience working in asset management.
At least 5 years of experience working in a consultant relations role for a multi-capability institutional investment management firm.
Proven and measurable track record of gaining product ratings, getting into searches, and generating AUM and revenue through investment consultants and plan sponsors.
Extensive knowledge of the investment management industry with a comprehensive understanding of investment consultants and their institutional clients.
SIE is required provided that an exemption or grandfathering cannot be applied.
FINRA Series 7 License.

Responsibilities

Manage relationships with investment consultant research staff and field consultants.
Develop and execute a sales plan detailing which capabilities to present to each assigned consulting firm, with an emphasis on new ratings and existing client relationships.
Identify and pursue new business opportunities with plan sponsors, lead business development meetings, and close sales to institutional accounts.
Provide Institutional Sales and Affiliates with comprehensive call notes and market feedback—both positive and negative—on affiliate products and industry trends.
Serve as a trusted advisor and intellectual contributor to the institutional community.
Collaborate with the institutional sales team to define research meeting agendas and prepare materials for impactful consultant presentations.
Ensure proper maintenance of the CRM system.
Review RFPs for potential clients.
Perform additional duties and responsibilities as assigned.