Investment Director - Growth Equity Strategies

Loomis, Sayles & Company; London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading asset management company is seeking an Investment Director for Growth Equity Strategies in London. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in business development, a deep understanding of investment strategies, and a commitment to fostering client relationships. This role is integral to increasing GES product awareness and collaborating with distribution teams across Europe.

Qualifications

• Experience in business development, preferably in investment management.
• CFA certification is preferred.
• Domiciled in Western Europe.

Responsibilities

• Develop knowledge of Growth Equity Strategies and investment processes.
• Act as a subject matter expert for GES products.
• Represent GES products at industry conferences.

Skills

Business Development

Client Interaction

Market Awareness

Education

CFA

5-10 years industry experience

Job description

Investment Director - Growth Equity Strategies

London, UK •

Job Description

Posted Thursday, February 6, 2025 at 5:00 AM

Loomis Sayles is a performance-driven active asset management company that seeks to identify exceptional investment opportunities on behalf of institutional and retail clients worldwide. We believe active management fueled by proprietary, best-in-class research helps us achieve financial success for our clients. Founded in 1926, Loomis Sayles currently oversees approximately $390 billion in assets under management (as of 31 March 2025) for global clients spanning more than 50 countries. We foster a culture of entrepreneurialism, where all employees are empowered and encouraged to develop themselves and their ideas. Our culture centers on our shared IDEALS , the core characteristics of who we aspire to be as employees and an organization. I NCLUSIVE & DIVERSE - D EDICATED TO TEAMWORK – E XCELLENT – A CCOUNTABLE – L EADERS - S OLUTIONS-ORIENTED
Loomis Sayles is committed to the continual improvement of our performance, processes and people. As part of this commitment, we are looking to hire an enthusiastic and passionate candidate, eager to contribute to our continued success through the following employment opportunity:

Abou t the Role

In-field Growth Equity Strategies (GES) product manager focused on business development in collaboration with Natixis wholesale/retail distribution BDUs in Europe for long-only strategies. Accountable for increasing awareness of GES products and opportunity set.

Job Responsibilities

• Develop a deep knowledge of the Growth Equity Strategies investment philosophy and process, including an understanding of the alpha thesis, portfolio holdings, risk attributes, past and current positioning of the portfolio, and performance attribution and analysis.
• Act as a GES subject matter expert and GES representative for Natixis distribution teams, clients and prospects.
• Increase awareness and understanding of GES products through ongoing training and interaction with key BDU sales teams.
• Represent GES products in prospect and client meetings, at BDU team meetings – both BDU-specific and group BDU meetings, as well as at industry conferences and organizations.
• In collaboration with GES product management team and regional BDU heads, develop GES business plans for Natixis BDUs, prioritizing regional/country-specific marketing action plans for qualifying new business opportunities and client retention strategies.
• Coordinate and collaborate with Natixis in-field portfolio specialists representing GES products.
• Help prioritize roadshows for Boston-based GES product management team.
• Stay abreast of regional competitors.
• Collaborate with GES product management in preparation of marketing materials based on in-the-field intelligence that differentiate GES products relative to competitors.
• Advise on regional competitor pricing and evolving product vehicles and structures.
• Develop comprehensive and up-to-date understanding of Natixis distribution organization to facilitate ongoing management and planning of GES business development.

Qualifications & Education Requirements

• 5-10 years of industry experience, including business development
• CFA preferred
• Domiciled in Western Europe

EEOC and Diversity S tatement
Loomis Sayles is deeply committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce in which talented individuals can realize their full potential and contribute to our growth and success. Please consider applying for this role even if your work history and skillset doesn’t completely match the job description. We believe creativity, tenacity and humility are as valuable as specific skills that can be practiced and perfected on the job. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, creed, color, gender , age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a vete ran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.

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