At Franklin Templeton, everything we do is focused on one thing delivering better client outcomes. We do that by partnering closely with our clients, assessing their strategic needs, and identifying the solution or solutions that can meet the challenge. Over 12,000 employees working in 34 countries around the world are dedicated to servicing investment solutions for our clients in more than 160 countries. For more than 70 years our success has been a direct result of the talent, skills and persistence of our people, and we are looking for a Senior Alternative Sales Specialist individual to join our Alternatives business in London.

What does our Alternatives business do?

Franklin Templeton’s Alternatives capabilities are spread across c. $260bn in AUM and include private credit, private equity, hedge fund solutions, real estate, infrastructure and venture capital strategies. We are seeking a Senior Alternative Sales Specialist to join our fast-growing Alternatives Wealth Solutions Team, based in London to be a private markets category expert, in particular in the Private Equity space. The role works regionally and internationally with global private banks and regional wealth managers to enable sales, enhance client experience, education and relationship management to the client alongside the regional sales teams. Language skills and some EMEA 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 a Senior Alternative Sales Specialist?

You will work with the Head of Alternatives, EMEA Wealth Management to support a strategic plan for sales in partnership with Franklin Templeton regional distribution teams.

• Leverage your extensive background in private markets to assist developing and generating assets

• Play a senior role in collaborating with distribution and specialist managers within geographic region to act as a category expert on our Private Equity range of strategies

• Be involved in client facing meetings and actively engage in research and portfolio discussions and marketing content development

• Oversee the Due Diligence requirements in line with the Firm and client requirements

• Review and respond appropriately to internal and external client inquiries

What qualifications, skills and experience would help someone to be successful?

• Bachelor’s degree required, MBA and/or CFA/CAIA preferred

• Extensive experience and technical knowledge of private markets strategies required

• A high energy level and drive to succeed coupled with ability to work effectively in a team environment

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

• Self-driven with ability to build manage key internal and external relationships

• Experience developing and implementing sales and marketing business plans

• Understanding of key alternative asset classes

• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills

• Comfortable with extensive travel

• Language skills are a plus

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. 

Learn more about the wide range of benefits we offer at Franklin Templeton

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. 

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