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!With over $30Bln of ETF assets globally, Franklin Templeton is looking to expand with a newly created position \xe2\x80\x93 ETF Capital Markets Analyst\xe2\x80\x93 to join the Global ETF group based in Asia (Singapore/Hong Kong). This person will report to the Head of EMEA & ASIA ETF Capital Markets.The ETF Capital Markets Analyst will help manage the local relationships with all liquidity providers, including Authorized Participants (APs), market makers, and broker dealers, for both primary and secondary market ETF activities in the Asia Pacific region. This individual will also work directly with both internal sales and clients to answer any of their ETF related questions.What are the ongoing responsibilities of this position?Relationship management & Client executionSupports the success of Franklins UCITS & US ETFs in the Asia pacific region. Working closely with the Global ETF capital markets team to ensure Asia pacific clients have ease of trading and execution on the primary and the secondary market by all participantsWorking closely with local Generalist sales and ETF sales specialist to help position Franklin ETFs both internally and externallyProvides customized services to help clients have a positive experience trading, both on their purchases and sales of Franklin ETFs:After deciphering a client\xe2\x80\x99s investment objective, advise trading strategies on the primary or secondary market, leveraging expertise of the product, markets, liquidity, and relationships with brokers/dealersProvide insights on competing exposure choices and trade-offsArticulates product knowledge beyond trading fundamentals with the ability to clearly explain product models, index methodologies, and portfolio management decisionsWork with APs and market makers to ensure that the ETF is trading as efficiently as possible in the secondary market. The goal is to reduce total execution cost through tighter spreads, smaller premium/discounts, and increased market depthTrain APs & market makers in all product details to allow them to accurately hedge, value and transact in Franklin ETFsSupport sales efforts within the broker dealers (b/d) channel to ensure Franklin ETFs are top of mind for their clients who use ETFsTranslate market trading insights and client needs into the new product process in partnership with Products, Sales, Marketing, Portfolio Management, & Model ResearchUtilize constant monitoring of flows, volumes, and market conditions to provide actionable market insights and trade ideasLiquidity provider relationship managementWork closely with our Global liquidity providers in the region as well as building relationships with local domestic brokers and potential liquidity providers to ensure efficient on-exchange and over the counter coverage of our ETFsSupport Primary and Secondary market activity ensuring smooth creation and redemption activity across the rangeMonitor spreads, quotes, and trades across the rangeWhat qualifications, skills and experience would help someone to be successful?Minimum 5 years of ETF capital markets industry experienceBachelors Degree required, MBA or advanced degree in related field preferredPossesses strong ETF relationships across all major liquidity providersTechnically strong in ETF investments & trading while comfortable delivering the knowledge to clients as an institutional salespersonStrong understanding of equity and fixed income market structureFamiliarity with how different clients use ETFs within their portfolioExceptional ability to articulate all facets of ETF activities on behalf of investment teamEffective relationship management skills and credibility with the investment and distribution teamsDemonstrated knowledge of global capital markets and various asset classesSelf-directed, self-motivated individual with the ability to work collaboratively in a high-performance team environmentAbility to develop and maintain positive relationships with external industry contactsAbility to support business development and client retention effortsDemonstrated knowledge of distribution channels#LI-APAC#MID_SENIOR_LEVELExperience 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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