Since establishing in 2002 as a speciality property funds management business, our client is committed to delivering consistent returns to their investors and aims to strengthen their position and further expand their reach. With a strong foothold in the market and currently over $1bn FUM, they pride themselves on their experienced and innovative team, their ability to source high quality assets, and prudent in-house management of all of their portfolios to ensure safeguarding of all their assets.
Job Description
- Collaborate with the Chief Executive to develop a comprehensive business development strategy aligned with the company's goals and objectives to achieve investment & investor targets.
- Conduct thorough market research to identify potential clients, investor networks, third party dealer networks, market trends, and emerging opportunities within the property investment sector.
- Identify and cultivate leads & contacts through various channels, including direct outreach, own networks, networking events, industry conferences, brand positioning, digital marketing efforts & active promotion.
- Develop appropriate C-Level contacts for Chief Executive and Chairman
- Develop compelling presentations, investment proposals, and pitch materials tailored to the specific needs and interests of each investor/third party network.
- Develop promotional campaigns to create brand awareness and an increased loyal following.
- Engage in negotiations with clients.
- Effectively close deals and secure investments, ensuring a seamless transition to the fund management team.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including portfolio managers, marketing, and legal.
- Regularly reporting on sales/business development activities and opportunities, performance metrics, and progress toward set targets to the Chief Executive & Board.
- Maintain competitor research and comprehensive library including yields, commissions paid, capital returns, new offers, marketing trends and methodology, people movements, acquisitions etc.
- Complete continuing professional development (CPD) activities each year to maintain your RG146 compliance.
- Degree qualified - finance, commerce, business (or related areas)
- Strong knowledge of the financial services market, property & associated products
- Relationship management experience within banking/finance/legal
- Proven experience in dealing at retail and wholesale level - (essential)
- Previous business development / investment management experience
- RG 146 compliant - current and up to date
- Experienced in CRM management
- Strong relationship management and strategic business development skills
- Established financial planning networks and contacts
- A strong entrepreneurial drive & initiative to help grow a Property Funds Management business
- Confident & articulate in public presentation
- Ability to manage competing priorities and closely paying attention to detail
- Passion and motivation for the property industry together with a confident nature.
- Positive energy, strong ethics and high customer service delivery
Our client offers an attractive package, including:
- Competitive salary and performance-based incentives.
- The opportunity to make a significant impact in a dynamic and growing organisation.
- Access to a wide range of resources and support from an experienced board and in-house team.
- A chance to contribute to the success and expansion of a leading Property Investment Fund in the market.
- On Site parking & associated tools