Job Description

At Franklin Templeton, we\xe2\x80\x99re advancing our industry forward by developing new and innovative ways to help our clients achieve their investment goals. Our dynamic and diversified firm spans asset management, wealth management, and fintech, offering many ways to help investors make progress toward their goals. Our talented teams working around the globe bring expertise that\xe2\x80\x99s both broad and unique. From our welcoming, inclusive, and flexible culture to our global and diverse business, we provide opportunities to help you reach your potential while helping our clients reach theirs.Come join us in delivering better outcomes for our clients around the world!Franklin Templeton\xe2\x80\x99s Alternatives capabilities are spread across c. $260bn in AUM and include private credit, private equity, real estate, hedge fund solutions, and venture capital strategies.We are seeking a Director, Alternatives Sales Specialist to join our fast-growing Alternatives Wealth Solutions Team, based in Singapore to be a product specialist across private markets and hedge funds in Asia. The role works alongside the regional Sales Team, to identify and address the Alternatives needs of Global & Regional Private Banks, Banks, Platforms and FOs, and to enable sales, relationship management, education, and enhance the overall client experience. Language skills and Asian local market experience, as well as sales background are desirable skills. Private Markets knowledge and background, client focus and teamwork will be essential skills.What are the ongoing responsibilities of this position?You will work with the Head of Wealth, Asia and the team to support a strategic plan for Alternatives sales in partnership with Franklin Templeton regional distribution teamsCollaborate with distribution, sales and client service teams, and Specialist Investment Managers (SIMs) within the Asia region to act as a product specialist on our private markets range of strategiesProvide support to maximize the asset raising efforts for each Alternatives product launch, and be a key contributor in the fund selection & approval processCollaborate with team leads on all aspects of onboarding open\xe2\x80\x93ended and closed-end fund offeringsReview and respond appropriately to internal and external client inquiries and collect the data and document required for onboardingBe key contributor to ongoing Alternatives projects across Asia, e.g., entering new regions and launching new productsWhat qualifications, skills and experience would help someone to be successful?Bachelor\xe2\x80\x99s degree required, MBA and/or CFA/CAIA preferredPrevious experience and technical knowledge of private markets strategies requiredA high energy level and drive to succeed coupled with ability to work effectively in a team environmentExcellent verbal and written communication skillsSelf-driven with ability to build manage key internal and external relationshipsExperience developing and implementing sales and marketing business plansUnderstanding of key alternative asset classesStrong analytical and critical thinking skillsComfortable with frequent travelAdditional language skills are a plus#LI-APAC#DIRECTORExperience our welcoming culture and reach your professional and personal potential!Our culture is shaped by our diverse global workforce and strongly held core values. Regardless of your interests, lifestyle, or background, there\xe2\x80\x99s a place for you at Franklin Templeton. We provide employees with the tools, resources, and learning opportunities to help them excel in their career and personal life.By joining us, you will become part of a culture that focuses on employee well-being and provides multidimensional support for a positive and healthy lifestyle. We understand that benefits are at the core of employee well-being and may vary depending on individual needs. Whether you need support for maintaining your physical and mental health, saving for life\xe2\x80\x99s adventures, taking care of your family members, or making a positive impact in your community, we aim to have them coveredFranklin Templeton is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and existing employees, and we evaluate qualified applicants without regard to ancestry, age, color, disability, genetic information, gender, gender identity, or gender expression, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, and any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law, ordinance, or regulation.Franklin Templeton is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment. If you believe that you need an accommodation or adjustment to search for or apply for one of our positions, please send an email to . In your email, please include the accommodation or adjustment you are requesting, the job title, and the job number you are applying for. It may take up to three business days to receive a response to your request. Please note that only accommodation requests will receive a response.

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