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GAM is one of the world’s leading independent, pure-play asset managers. We provide differentiated active investment solutions and products for institutions, financial intermediaries and private investors. Our core investment business is complemented by private labelling services, which include fund administration and other support services to third-party institutions. Together we share a common set of values rooted in teamwork, integrity, entrepreneurial flair and professional excellence.
Our employees are our most valuable asset. Being able to offer an attractive work environment where talented minds from various backgrounds are keen to work is key to the long-term success of our company. We firmly believe in the importance of maintaining the open culture of a small company, aiming to avoid bureaucracy and encouraging a flexible, accessible and hands-on working style across the Group. In turn, our people reward us with their loyalty.
Senior Sales Institutional Switzerland
Purpose:
Sales and Distribution of the overall GAM Investments product offering towards institutional clients and prospects (pensions, investment foundations, insurance companies, corporates etc, as well as their consultants) in the Germany speaking part of Switzerland
Main Duties & Responsibilities
- Developing and driving acquisition efforts using both a network of own existing contacts as well as a systematic market approach
- Preparation of acquisition and retention activities, periodic client reports, handling of client requests and other administrative tasks relating to the Institutional Sales function represent an integral part of this job profile
- Become fluent in GAM’s strategy range, and be able to represent both traditional and alternative strategies to sophisticated instiutional investors
- Develop and execute a sales plan for your region and directly contribute to AUM Targets
Qualifications & Experience
- University degree or equivalent
- Min 5-10 years of sales experience in the Institutional market in Switzerland
- Proven track record in selling investment products and developing business opportunities
- Providing a network of client contacts in the designated market segments with specific focus on the German speaking part of Switzerland
- Good knowledge of the financial markets, market trends, investment instruments and regulatory environments
- Languages: German and very good English (spoken and written) - other languages (French) are welcome
Personal Attributes
- Self-motivating
- Team player
- Success-driven
- Excellent presentation skills
- Immaculate sales appearance
Benefits
GAM offers a comprehensive range of benefits and performance-based compensation, along with a variety of lifestyle and family benefits to promote well-being in and out of the workplace. These benefits vary according to local market conditions. Please contact the local Human Resources team for further details.
Location:
ZurichEmploying Company/ies:
GAM Investment Management (Switz)Reporting to:
Head of CEMEA DistributionContract:
Permanent
GAM
Human Resources
GAM (U.K.) Limited
8 Finsbury Circus
London
EC2M 7GB
T +44 (0) 20 7493 9990
F +44 (0) 20 7493 0715
www.gam.com