Director, Business Development - Institutional Sales (Asset Management)

About the role

A US-headquartered global financial services company active in asset management, fund administration, technology and investment operations is recruiting a Business Development Director / Relationship Manager for its Singapore office. The role sits within the Asset Management unit and focuses on initiating new institutional partnerships and driving product distribution across the region.

Key responsibilities

• Originate opportunities with large institutional investors and drive product distribution across the region.
• Cultivate and convert new client relationships.
• Establish the foundation for the company's asset management distribution strategy in Singapore, with scope to expand across other APAC markets.
• Open and develop new client relationships and product distribution channels.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Economics, Business, Mathematics, Accounting, Finance or a related field; a relevant Master's degree or MBA is preferred.
• 10-15 years of experience in institutional asset management sales, business development and relationship management.
• Strong existing network across institutional investors in APAC, with a proven track record of winning new business.
• Passion for business development and relationship management, and a buyer-centric approach to initiating new business.

Required skills

• Excellent presentation, communication, time management and organisational skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

The listing is posted through a recruitment agency; interested candidates are invited to contact the recruiter or send an updated CV for a confidential discussion.