Account Executive, Assistant Vice President, State Street Investment Management - Amsterdam
Who we are looking for
As an Account Executive in our Benelux Team you will focus on the institutional client segment in the Netherlands. In this role you will work our senior sales team in executing a strategic plan to help grow the business in the Netherlands. You will be responsible for expanding and developing the institutional Dutch client base and you will represent our investment solutions which range from fundamental and quantitative active management approaches aimed at maximizing outperformance to highly efficient indexing strategies designed to gain broad exposure to the world’s capital markets. This role can be performed in a hybrid model, where you can balance work from home and office to match your needs and role requirements.
Why this role is important to us
The Dutch market is one of the important markets within Europe. The team you will be joining is a part of State Street Investment Management, one of the largest asset managers in the world. We partner with many of the world’s largest, most sophisticated investors and financial intermediaries to help them reach their goals through a rigorous, research-driven investment process. With over four decades of experience and trillions of dollars in assets under management, we offer one of the broadest selections of services across asset classes, risk profiles, regions and styles. As pioneers in index, ETF, and ESG investing, we are always inventing new ways to invest. Join us if making your mark in the asset management industry from day one is a challenge you are up for.
What you will be responsible for
Strengthen and deepen the relationship with a portfolio of longstanding clients and build mutually beneficial relationships that are valuable for our clients and for State Street Investment Management
Establish and cultivate relationships at target organizations, initiate and lead interactions aimed at understanding the unique situation, challenges and expectations and work towards shaping investment solutions that meet those expectations, generating and reaping opportunities to grow business
Proactively lead and manage sales processes from prospecting to close, including leading generation, client meetings, prospect qualifications, RFP completion and deal negotiations
Participate in various industry events where appropriate – staying current on economic and market developments, investment trends and changes in Dutch regulatory landscape.
Using your technical and research skills, remain current on the competitor landscape, key differentiators and competitive advantages
Collaborate and build relationships with different internal teams: portfolio management, trading, ESG, asset stewardship legal, compliance, finance, product management
What we value
These skills will help you succeed in this role:
Excellent sales and service skills
Passion for the investment management industry and a desire to learn, both independently and in group settings
Self-starter
Strong analytical skills
Fluency in Dutch and English
Strong grasp of Microsoft Office and Salesforce
High impact communication and presentation skills, having the ability to explain complex concept in a way that everyone can understand
You thrive in a team-oriented environment
Play to win
Education & Preferred Qualifications
A minimum of 4-7 years of industry experience (preferably in a sales/client facing role)
Masters degree in Business Administration, finance, law, economics or similar
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