A leading global asset manager is expanding its Asia distribution team and is seeking experienced Vice President and Director-level sales professionals to drive business growth across the private banking and intermediary channels in Southeast Asia .
This is an exciting opportunity for commercially driven distribution professionals with established relationships across private banks, wealth platforms, and financial intermediaries to join a highly regarded international investment firm with a broad suite of investment capabilities spanning public and private markets.
Key Responsibilities
Business Development & Sales
- Develop and execute sales strategies across private banks and intermediary distribution channels in Southeast Asia.
- Grow assets under management and revenue through existing relationships and new business development initiatives.
- Identify and secure new distribution opportunities, including platform onboarding and strategic partnerships.
- Build and maintain a robust sales pipeline while ensuring accurate client activity tracking and reporting.
Relationship Management
- Cultivate strong relationships with Relationship Managers, Investment Counsellors, Product Gatekeepers, CIO offices, and other key decision-makers.
- Conduct client meetings, investment presentations, portfolio reviews, and due diligence sessions.
- Lead client events, roadshows, seminars, and educational initiatives to deepen engagement and drive business growth.
Investment & Market Positioning
- Effectively position the firm's investment solutions across various market environments.
- Partner closely with investment specialists and product teams to address client needs and opportunities.
- Provide market intelligence, competitor insights, and client feedback to support strategic business decisions.
Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Work closely with internal stakeholders across Investments, Product, Marketing, Client Service, Compliance, Legal, and Operations.
- Support due diligence processes, platform reviews, RFPs, and onboarding requirements.
- Contribute to strategic initiatives aimed at strengthening the firm's intermediary franchise in the region.
Risk & Governance
- Ensure all activities adhere to applicable regulatory requirements and internal compliance standards.
- Maintain high standards of governance throughout the sales, onboarding, and client servicing process.
Requirements
- Minimum 7 years of experience within asset management, private banking, wealth management, or related financial services sectors.
- Demonstrated success in distribution and business development across private banks and financial intermediaries.
- Strong relationships with leading private banking and wealth management platforms across Southeast Asia.
- Proven ability to raise assets, grow revenues, and develop strategic client partnerships.
- Strong investment knowledge across mutual funds, discretionary solutions, alternatives, fixed income, equities, and multi-asset strategies.
- Excellent presentation, communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
- Commercially driven, entrepreneurial, and results-oriented mindset.
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business, Economics, or a related discipline.
- CFA Charterholder, CFA candidate, or other relevant professional qualifications would be advantageous.
What's on Offer
- Opportunity to join a respected global investment platform with strong brand recognition and investment capabilities.
- Coverage responsibility for key private banking and intermediary clients across Southeast Asia.
- Highly visible role with direct impact on business growth and distribution strategy.
- Competitive compensation package and long-term career progression opportunities.
We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified. All applications will be treated with the strictest confidence.