Wholesale Business Development Associate

Franklin Resources, Inc; City of London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A global asset management firm in London seeks a Wholesale Business Development Associate to support wholesale clients with sales service and management of client data. The role requires a university degree, investment management certification, and proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, and Word. Strong communication and analytical skills are essential. Join a team focused on delivering better outcomes for clients and contributing to a diverse and inclusive work culture.

Benefits

Employee well-being support

Opportunities for professional development

Flexible working arrangements

Qualifications

• Experience in client service or sales support is preferred.
• Proficient in analytical and research tasks.
• Ability to manage sales and client data effectively.

Responsibilities

• Support wholesale clients with pre- and post-sales service.
• Produce client presentations and sales decks.
• Manage sales and client data in Microsoft Dynamics.
• Attend or host client meetings and respond to requests.

Skills

Clear and confident communication

Strong analytical capabilities

Strong interpersonal skills

Flexible and client-focused approach

Education

University degree preferred

Investment Management Certificate (IMC)

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Word

Job description

Wholesale Business Development Associate page is loaded## Wholesale Business Development Associatelocations: London, United Kingdomtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted 15 Days Agojob requisition id: 863815At Franklin Templeton, we’re 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’s 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!**# **About the Department**The UK Sales Support and Business Development team provides essential pre- and post-sales support to wholesale clients, including Wealth Managers, Model Portfolio Service providers, Financial Advisers, Platform Service Providers, Global Financial Institutions, Private Banks and Strategic Accounts. Working closely with Business Development Directors and the Head of Sales Support, the team handles client inquiries, coordinates sales materials, and manages relationships with professional investors. Team members collaborate across departments and contribute to strategic projects and high-impact initiatives.# **How You Will Add Value*****Core Responsibilities**** You will support wholesale clients with pre- and post-sales service.* You will produce client presentations and sales decks.* You will follow up on meetings and develop early-stage leads.* You will prepare materials for portfolio reviews and service meetings.* You will manage sales and client data including activity notes and mailing lists in Microsoft Dynamics.* You will attend or host client meetings.* You will monitor and respond to client requests via shared inbox.***Strategic Responsibilities**** You will maintain accurate sales pipeline records.* You will build and update account plans and growth strategies.* You will track client news and adjust engagement plans.* You will respond to performance queries with internal teams.* You will support proposal and pitch submissions.* You will coordinate share class access with TA Oversight.* You will assist with onboarding and agreement updates.* You will ensure timely delivery of proposals.***Team & Collaboration**** You will partner with Business Development Directors and Sales Support leadership.* You will collaborate with marketing, product, and portfolio teams.* You will contribute to departmental projects.* You will help organise internal and external events.* You will manage event follow-ups and administration.* You will participate in regular account reviews.# **What Will Help You Be Successful in This Role*****Experience, Education & Certifications**** University degree preferred.* Investment Management Certificate (IMC) required; support provided.***Technical Skills**** Proficient in Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.* Strong analytical and research capabilities.***Soft Skills**** Clear and confident communication.* Strong interpersonal skills.* Flexible and client-focused approach.* Independent decision-making and high-quality output.# ******Experience our welcoming culture and reach your professional and personal potential!******Building teams with diverse skills, backgrounds, and experiences has always been important to us. Cultivating an inclusive culture where employees feel safe to share their voices is not only beneficial for our people, but also drives innovation and enables us to deliver better client outcomes. So, no matter your interests, lifestyle, or background, there’s a place for you at Franklin Templeton. We will provide you with tools, resources, and learning opportunities to help you excel in your career and personal life.We want our employees to be at their best. By joining us, you will connect with 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 staying physically and mentally healthy, saving for life's adventures, taking care of your family members, or making a positive impact in your community, we aim to have you covered.Franklin 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.As part of our commitment to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment, we welcome applicants with flexible working arrangements in their current roles or those seeking a flexible working pattern. We encourage you to communicate any preferences for flexible working so that we can consider this during our hiring process. Additionally, returners – individuals who have taken a break from work – are also encouraged to explore our job opportunities.As a registered UK Disability Confident Committed Employer, we encourage you to disclose if you consider yourself to have a disability as part of your application. This information enables us to provide the necessary support and leverage your unique talents effectively.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 [e-mail]. 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 requests for arrangements will receive a response.When you become part of Franklin Templeton, you’ll join a company dedicated to progress. A company that doesn’t settle. One where we pursue our ambitions with energy and persistence. That’s why it’s so important that we empower and encourage the progress of our employees. From our welcoming, inclusive, and flexible culture – to our global and diverse business, we provide opportunities to help you reach your potential while contributing to ours.At Franklin Templeton, we embrace individual differences and value experience and perspectives brought by talent from around the world. And, although we are all different, we all have one thing in common – we are dedicated to what we do.So whether you’re just starting your career journey, are well on your way, or are seeking a new direction, you’'ll find the support you need to grow your career with us.**Come, join us, and help us shape the future of the global asset management industry!**