Business Development
Shanghai, China
Winton’s China Client Solutions team is seeking to recruit a Business Development for its dedicated Greater China business. The successful candidate will: 1) execute sales and client service strategy; and 2) drive AUM and new revenue opportunities with distribution-type and institution-type clients in Mainland China and Hong Kong (with primary focus on China-based clients).
Responsibilities:
- Exercise the highest standards of ethics and care in safeguarding the interests of the company and the company’s clients.
- Increase regional AUM by building proper sales strategy and successfully marketing and selling quantitative product funds to investors.
- Plan roadshows and events, including regular update meetings with existing and prospective clients.
- Support business relationships through frequent interaction; serve as a primary point of contact for inquiries.
- Identify opportunities to promote Winton’s brand within institutions and distribution channels.
- Represent the company at relevant industry conferences.
- Implement world-class client service, including timely and accurate responses to client inquiries.
We are looking for:
- At least eight years of sales experience in a global investment management firm or local hedge funds, with meaningful experience targeting a variety of clients (e.g., bank wealth, institutions, and distribution channels such as securities WM and private banking).
- Proven business development case.
- Exceptional communication skills in both Mandarin and English.
- Excellent presentation skills.
- Strong understanding of quantitative investment strategies.
- A strong academic record from a top college or university; postgraduate degree and/or CFA designation a plus.
- Ability to travel regularly.
- Ability to sell complex investment strategies to sophisticated investors.
- Ability to work collaboratively across the business units.
What We Offer:
- World-class infrastructure for developing and operating systematic trading strategies.
- An exceptional opportunity to learn from others and have a broad impact.
Equal Opportunity Workplace
Our recruitment process
Our assessment and selection processes are aimed at you showcasing your abilities rather than passing arbitrary tests. They are designed according to the requirements of our teams to identify the skills and attributes we seek. A member of our recruitment team will work with you throughout the process, guiding you at each stage.
Application
Your application will be viewed by a member of our Human Capital team.
Video and onsite Interviews
We will invite you to our offices for interviews with individuals from inside and outside the team you will join.
Phone Interview
Your background and suitability for the role will be assessed by a member of our Human Capital team.
Offer
A member of our recruitment team will talk you through the offer details including compensation, benefits, role responsibilities and future career paths.
Assessment
You may be asked to complete a technical assessment and/or case study.