Associate Director, Institutional Sales (Singapore Based)

OppenheimerFunds Distributor, Inc; Singapore; On-site; SGD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading asset management firm is seeking an Associate Director to drive institutional sales across Southeast Asia. This role involves developing relationships with clients such as Sovereign Wealth Funds and Pension Funds. Candidates must have at least 6 years of relevant experience and a proven track record in sales. Strong analytical and communication skills are essential. This is a full-time position with a supportive workplace model that emphasizes flexibility while maintaining client engagement.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 years of institutional sales or investment experience.
• Proven track record of managing relationships with institutional clients.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Originate and win new institutional business across Southeast Asia.
• Develop and maintain relationships with senior-level institutional clients.
• Lead complex investment campaigns with internal stakeholders.

Skills

Institutional sales experience

Relationship management

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Strategic thinking

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, or Business

Job description

About the Role

We are seeking a highly driven and experienced institutional sales professional to join our team as Associate Director. This role is focused on originating and closing new business opportunities with institutional clients across Southeast Asia.

The ideal candidate will bring a proven track record in institutional sales, with deep experience in developing and maintaining relationships with key decision-makers across Sovereign Wealth Funds, Pension Funds, Central Banks, Insurance companies, and Endowments. You will be responsible for driving strategic engagement and securing mandates through a consultative approach.

Responsibilities

• Originate and win new institutional business in Southeast Asia, meeting or exceeding annual sales targets through independent initiative and strategic execution.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with senior-level institutional clients with a focus on long-term engagement and trust.
• Demonstrate deep understanding of institutional client segments, including their investment needs, regulatory environments, and decision-making processes.
• Lead and execute complex investment campaigns, collaborating with internal stakeholders across investments, marketing, legal, compliance, and research.
• Drive mid-term tactical planning to navigate long sales cycles and regulatory shifts, positioning the firm for future mandates.
• Represent the firm in RFPs and product pitches, aligning client needs with firm capabilities.
• Provide tailored investment solutions and insights, leveraging knowledge of ALM, risk management, and regulatory frameworks.
• Contribute to product development and go-to-market strategies, offering market-relevant ideas and feedback.
• Support existing mandates with high-quality servicing and relationship management, ensuring client satisfaction and retention.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required, preferably in Finance, Economics, Business.
• Minimum 6 years of institutional sales or investment experience within asset management or related financial services.
• Proven track record of originating and closing institutional business, particularly in Southeast Asia (Please submit anonymised deal sheet with application).
• Demonstrated success in building and sustaining relationships with Sovereign Wealth Funds, Pension Funds, Central Banks, Insurance firms, and Endowments.
• Comprehensive understanding of strategic asset allocation and the underlying asset classes, including equities, fixed income, and alternative investments.
• Strong understanding of institutional investment vehicles including commingled funds, separate accounts, and ETFs.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to write impactful reports and proposals.
• Strategic thinker with strong analytical skills and the ability to manage multiple client engagement stages simultaneously.
• Collaborative team player with the ability to work independently and contribute to broader business strategy.
• Language skills – Bahasa (beneficial).

How to Apply

Apply for the role directly at Invesco Careers : .

Workplace Model

At Invesco, our workplace model supports our culture and meets the needs of our clients while providing flexibility our employees value. As a full-time employee, compliance with the workplace policy means working with your direct manager to create a schedule where you will work in your designated office at least four days a week, with one day working outside an Invesco office.

Equal Opportunity Employment

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, citizenship status, disability, age, or veteran status. Our equal opportunity employment efforts comply with all applicable local laws governing non-discrimination in employment.

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