Financial Institutions Sales & Account Executive (French speaking) recruitment
Due to their success in a range of European wholesale markets, the firm now wishes to hire an additional Associate in London to assist in the promotion of their activities across this channel. The role is dynamic and encompasses a broad range of responsibilities including; providing product information and sales support to clients and prospects, partnering with senior Account Managers to develop sales ideas and strategies, setting up sales meetings and offering overall support and follow up. The right candidates will have the ability to manage and build long-term relationships in this channel (such as with other financial institutions - banks, insurers, wealth management firms, asset managers and private banks) primarily within France as they take on increasing responsibility over time. The role has a commercial edge, however the main relationship will be with the internal senior Account Managers for the French speaking regions.
This is a rare opportunity for a highly polished individual to build their career at a premier global firm. The company has an absolute emphasis on excellence and therefore it requires the same in its people. You will have above an average academic track record from a leading university, together with a deep interest in the financial markets, macroeconomics and investment finance. This position would suit high calibre professionals who are completing an investment banking or investment consulting graduate programme who are looking to make a transition to the buy-side, as well as those with existing buy-side experience. The successful individuals will be able to demonstrate strong interpersonal and communication skills and a commitment to quality. The role requires fluency in French and a knowledge of the French market. CFA level I, or a desire to attain the CFA, is preferred.
Please note that only successful applicants can be contacted.