Senior Specialist : Strategic Development

Alexforbes; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 800,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the investment sector is seeking a Senior Specialist in Strategic Development. This role involves executing strategies that support the Institutional Business, enhancing client relationships, and driving investment profitability through strategic initiatives. Candidates should have a strong investment background and significant experience in asset management.

Qualifications

• Minimum 7 years relevant experience.
• FAIS compliant and accredited (Representative) - minimum.
• Experience in Asset Consulting and Asset Management.

Responsibilities

• Deliver full client value proposition.
• Define and implement strategies for client outcomes.
• Support investment sales pipeline development.

Skills

Investment knowledge

Client engagement

Investment analysis

Commercial acumen

Education

B, B Hons, BSc (with post-grad qualification)

MBA

CFA (preferable)

Job description

PP - Senior Specialist : Strategic Development

Category : Investments Consulting - OF

Posted by : Alexander Forbes

Posted on : 07 Feb

Closing date : 17 Feb

Location : Sandton

Purpose of the Job : Execute on deliverables that support the Head : Institutional Business.

Key Responsibilities :

• Deliver the full client value proposition to clients.
• Define and implement strategies to embed better client outcomes and assist in developing new investment products.
• Support strategic initiatives of the Investments business.
• Create and maintain a stable, disciplined operating environment supporting AF Investments, Client Channel teams, and Group stakeholders to build trust in our capabilities.
• Develop, maintain, and grow relationships with investment industry partners to facilitate profitable business flows.
• Collaborate with Senior Investment Advisory Resources and Investment Sales Teams to enhance portfolio profitability through existing offerings and upsell opportunities.
• Assist in driving successful pricing outcomes for clients and Alexander Forbes.
• Enhance the ability to price investment opportunities effectively, adding value for clients and margins for Alexander Forbes.
• Drive input into new investment opportunities to improve our market positioning.
• Review and improve the commercial aspects of investment strategies and proposals.
• Support the development and delivery of the investments sales pipeline.
• Contribute to new growth initiatives, including the multi-national growth strategy, consulting house strategy, and technical support for tenders.
• Provide technical investment analysis and support to internal teams and stakeholders.

Requirements :

• B, B Hons, BSc (with post-grad qualification) - minimum.
• MBA, CFA (preferable, advantageous if studying towards).
• Over 7 years of relevant experience.
• FAIS compliant and accredited (Representative) - minimum.
• Experience in Asset Consulting and Asset Management.
• Broader Business and Investment knowledge.
• Strong understanding of Pension funds, FAIS, and related legislation.
• Ability to engage with clients and provide guidance on investment products.

The company's employment equity plans and targets will be considered during recruitment. We actively encourage and welcome applications from people with disabilities.