Senior Manager - Distribution

About Our Client
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.

The Successful Applicant

• 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

What's on Offer
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