Franklin Templeton Investments - New York, NY

posted 5 months ago

Full-time - Mid Level
New York, NY
Securities, Commodity Contracts, and Other Financial Investments and Related Activities

About the position

At Franklin Templeton, we're driving 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 offer opportunities not only to help you reach your potential but also to contribute to our clients' achievements. Come join us in delivering better outcomes for our clients around the world! FTIS Solutions Portfolio Manager/Head of Asset Allocation Models Investment Strategy at Franklin Templeton is a pivotal role that focuses on advancing our industry by developing innovative investment solutions. The SPM will be responsible for working with distribution channels and research on investment solutions-related opportunities across the client spectrum, particularly focusing on Asset Allocation Models. Equipped with a deep understanding of the model marketplace, the SPM will leverage a broad suite of investment capabilities managed by Franklin Templeton to grow the AUM of our Asset Allocation Model Platform through the development and delivery of innovative investment solutions. These solutions may be standardized or customized, with varying degrees of complexity. Reporting to the Head of Advisory Solutions, the SPM will be an integrated member of the FTIS Advisory Channel and will function as an organizational advocate and subject matter expert, providing perspective, market intelligence, and guidance on investment solutions to internal distribution and external client counterparts. The role involves partnering with Distribution leadership to align on new client opportunities and sales support strategy, advocating for sales focus, and providing rationale for platforms with the best opportunities. The SPM will also lead the development and growth of our AA Models platform, engaging with key decision-makers at existing clients and prospects to represent the investment capabilities of FTIS. Additionally, the SPM will provide insights on market trends, coordinate with internal partners on product launches, and work closely with operational teams to manage the multi-asset model's product offering effectively. The role also includes connecting the firm's capabilities to enhance client engagement through technology and content creation, delivering presentations at industry conferences, and contributing to marketing materials and investment insights.

Responsibilities

  • Work with distribution channels and research on investment solutions-related opportunities across the client spectrum with a focus on Asset Allocation Models.
  • Grow the AUM of the Asset Allocation Model Platform through development and delivery of innovative investment solutions.
  • Partner with Distribution leadership to gain alignment on new client opportunities and sales support strategy.
  • Educate home office firms on FTIS multi-asset models offering.
  • Lead the development and growth of the AA Models platform.
  • Meet with key decision makers at existing clients/prospects to represent investment capabilities of FTIS.
  • Provide advice and insights in connection with market/industry trends.
  • Coordinate with internal partners on product launches, prospecting, and home office/client engagements.
  • Work with operational teams to manage the multi-asset model's product offering effectively.
  • Deliver presentations at industry conferences and seminars.

Requirements

  • Master's degree required; MBA or advanced degree in related field preferred.
  • CFA designation is highly desirable.
  • Minimum of 10 years relevant industry experience, particularly with Asset Allocation Model Portfolios.
  • FINRA Series 7 and 63 licensing required.
  • Prior experience at asset manager, investment platform, or RIA.
  • Understanding of needs and use cases of US Financial Advisors.
  • Exceptional communication skills and ability to articulate complex topics internally and externally.
  • Self-motivated, organized, and possess exceptional time management skills.

Nice-to-haves

  • Experience with face-to-face client interaction.
  • Knowledge of product performance and positioning, pricing, and competitiveness of offerings.

Benefits

  • Health insurance
  • On-site gym
  • 401(k)
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance
  • 401(k) matching
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