Sales Director, Portfolio Builders German-speaking Switzerland
Sales Director, Portfolio Builders German-speaking Switzerland
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About this role
Business Unit Overview
The Swiss Wealth sales team develops and maintains relationships and drives flows with fund investors in sales coverage team manages the relationships and drives flows with a diverse set of Wealth Managers and Asset Managers in the region. The Sales team for Germanspeaking Switzerland and Liechtenstein is based out of Zurich while the Frenchspeaking region is covered out of Geneva.
Key responsibilities
This position is based in Zurich Switzerland focusing on delivering the full range of BlackRock product and capabilities (Index/ETF active funds Alternatives) as well as solutions (Technology) and Services (Model portfolios Portfolio construction) to Discretionary Wealth and Asset Management clients across the Germanspeaking Switzerland and Liechtenstein region. The candidate will be working closely with global internal partner groups with the aim to deliver the best of BlackRock to our addition the role includes business development and strategy as the candidate will be supporting developing a clear client segment strategy to identify and drive new business opportunities.
- Set a client centric strategy for the Discretionary and Asset Management segment to deepen senior client relationships and contribute to the growth of BlackRocks franchise.
- Build out and monitor BlackRocks Swiss book of business in line with firms best practices taking ownership of performance.
- Ongoing coverage and buildout of relationships with Swiss Wealth and Asset Managers with a particular focus on senior portfolio managers/heads and CIO office contacts
- Work closely with BlackRocks investment teams to execute on product priorities and expand specialism within EMEA Wealth.
- Identify and pursue opportunities for strategic partnerships and portfolio solutions to support new and existing client relationships and crossfunctional projects.
- Execute product campaigns via product education sessions digitally as well as on the ground.
- Participation in and organization of client events presentations educational sessions as speaker and further development of such formats.
- Increase accessibility and utilization of firm thought leadership capabilities by Swiss clients.
- Responsibility to ensure that all regulatory & legal requirements and standards are met personally and within the team
- Take on people management responsibility and develop more junior talent on the team as line manager
Knowledge/Experience
- Minimum of 10 years experience in a financial services sales role in the relevant segments
- Thorough knowledge of the local Wealth and Asset Management industry particularly Discretionary Portfolio Management (DPM) and Asset Management clients as well as market dynamics
- Deep understanding of the sales process prospecting objection handling closing and longterm relationship management.
- General understanding of product set ETFs active funds liquid alternatives and private markets
Skills/Qualifications
- At least a Bachelors degree (Masters degree preferred) in Business Administration Economics Finance or an equal professional experience
- CFA certification is a plus
- Research and data management skills
- Fluent in (Swiss)German and English
Competencies
- Highenergy positive cando attitude and ability to work as a team player accept substantial individual responsibilities
- Displays a strong presence is comfortable in interacting with clients and colleagues of all levels of seniority
- Promotes collaboration and inclusivity in working with partners across the firm
- Excellent presentation and writing skills in (Swiss)German and English
- A desire to work in a fastpaced environment with a commitment to excellence attention to detail sense of urgency
- Responsibility to uphold and behave in line with core BlackRock values
- Ability to manage complex interdepartmental projects in a professional inclusive deadlinedriven way
Our benefits
To help you stay energized engaged and inspired we offer a wide range of employee benefits including: retirement investment and tools designed to help you in building a sound financial future; access to education reimbursement; comprehensive resources to support your physical health and emotional wellbeing; family support programs; and Flexible Time Off (FTO) so you can relax recharge and be there for the people you care about.
Our hybrid work model
BlackRocks hybrid work model is designed to enable a culture of collaboration and apprenticeship that enriches the experience of our employees while supporting flexibility for all. Employees are currently required to work at least 4 days in the office per week with the flexibility to work from home 1 day a week. Some business groups may require more time in the office due to their roles and responsibilities. We remain focused on increasing the impactful moments that arise when we work together in person aligned with our commitment to performance and innovation. As a new joiner you can count on this hybrid model to accelerate your learning and onboarding experience here at BlackRock.
About BlackRock
At BlackRock we are all connected by one mission: to help more and more people experience financial wellbeing. Our clients and the people they serve are saving for retirement paying for their childrens educations buying homes and starting businesses. Their investments also help to strengthen the global economy: support businesses small and large; finance infrastructure projects that connect and power cities; and facilitate innovations that drive progress.
This mission would not be possible without our smartest investment the one we make in our employees. Its why were dedicated to creating an environment where our colleagues feel welcomed valued and supported with networks benefits and development opportunities to help them thrive.
For additional information on BlackRock please visit @blackrock Twitter: @blackrock LinkedIn: is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to age disability race religion sex sexual orientation and other protected characteristics at law.
Required Experience:
Director
Employment Type
Full-Time
