VP Investment Consultant RIA (Boston)

Calamos Investments

323d • $100,000 - $150,000

About The Position

The VP, Investment Consultant - RIA/Bank Trust/Family Office Channel (RIA Channel) will be responsible for generating new relationships and servicing existing RIA/Bank Trust/ Family Office firms that generally have greater than $750m in assets under management within the RIA/Bank Trust/Family Office territory. This individual will also be responsible for developing and successfully executing upon a business plan, managing the territory and understanding the greatest opportunities for Calamos.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree required.
• 10+ years of experience in the financial services industry required.
• Four or more years of intermediary sales/external wholesaling experience and proven expertise and coverage of the RIA/Bank Trust/Family Office channel.
• Experience selling credit interval funds and ETFs preferred.
• Series 7 and 63 licenses required.
• CFA, CAIA or CIMA preferred.
• Must have a proven track record of sales success and relationships in the RIA/Bank Trust/Family Office channel.
• Extensive travel is required within the region.
• Must have a demonstrated track record of success in meeting sales objectives specifically, with firms that have greater than $750m in assets under management.
• A strong combination of sales and analytical skills coupled with an energetic and engaging style is required.
• Must be able to work independently and to communicate clearly and concisely.
• PC skills in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint and sales database application.

Responsibilities

• Articulates the quantitative and qualitative attributes of Calamos Investments' solutions to our clients, prospects and the clients of our advisors.
• Builds strong relationships in the territory and works collaboratively with the entire Calamos team.
• Continues to improve and enhance sales skills.
• Engages in insightful investment discussions that lead the development of trust with clients.
• Conducts analysis to review the opportunities within our client's asset allocation, and reviews how our investment solutions may fit within their recommended allocations.
• Develops and successfully executes upon a business plan for the RIA/Bank Trust/ Family Office Central territory that links Calamos' goals to the goals and objectives of the RIA/Bank Trust/Family Office team.
• Evaluates the business plan against the measures developed with the Director of the RIA Channel.
• Organizes and covers the assigned territory efficiently by focusing on high potential existing and prospective clients.
• Completes travel and expense reports and other necessary paperwork on a weekly basis.
• Enters activity data into the CRM database on a regular basis and updates other information into the CRM system as appropriate.
• Handles related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Health and welfare benefits (medical, dental, vision, flexible spending accounts, and employer-paid short- and long-term disability)
• Retirement benefits (401(k) and profit sharing)
• Paid time off
• Paid parental leave
• Other well-being benefits

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Industry: Funds, Trusts, and Other Financial Vehicles
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree