Fixed Income Relationship Management Associate, Americas

Posted:
9/9/2024, 4:30:39 AM

Location(s):
Maryland, United States ⋅ Baltimore, Maryland, United States

Experience Level(s):
Junior ⋅ Mid Level ⋅ Senior

Field(s):
Business & Strategy ⋅ Sales & Account Management

Workplace Type:
Hybrid

There is a place for you at T. Rowe Price to grow, contribute, learn, and make a difference.  We are a premier asset manager focused on delivering global investment management excellence and retirement services that investors can rely on today and in the future. The work we do matters. We invite you to explore the opportunity to join us and grow your career with us.

Role Summary

Responsible for partnering with the Americas fixed income sales executives on sales and revenue generation and/or client relationship management for larger/more complex accounts. Responsibilities include developing and monitoring lead generation plans for new revenue pipelines; building industry experience and proactively researching trends, fixed income competitor services/offerings, and clients' business environment; identifying fixed income opportunities based on client goals that may cross multiple business unit services/offerings. Support the achievement of sales targets.

Responsibilities:

  • Partners with RMs to sell the organization's fixed income products and/or services and promotes the firm’s fixed income services and offerings. Participates in the negotiation of sales of fixed income products and services across internal departments, and in structuring deals in the best interests of the client and the firm. Identifies and qualifies prospects for RMs, develops a “trusted advisor” relationship, and helps them find solutions to address client needs. Evaluates the potential of prospects; develops and executes a plan for capitalizing on those opportunities. Develops knowledge of Americas fixed income clients, their sensitivities, and their business needs to affect their decision-making. Coordinates sales opportunities for assigned fixed income clients across T. Rowe Price business units as necessary.
  • Partners with marketing team contacts and other sales teams to drive fixed income focused marketing programs and content. Participates in idea generation and the development of messaging and tactics to promote fixed income products and services. Keeps abreast of engagement activity occurring throughout the firm. Liaises with relevant business contacts (internally and externally) to coordinate services to the client. Escalates relevant issues to senior team members or management. Applies high client service protocols to ensure client satisfaction.
  • Develops relationships with client contacts to conduct meetings and deliver presentations on new fixed income products and services. Generates new leads through client and market research. Develops custom approaches for clients based on individual needs.
  • Partners with teams across the enterprise to understand best practices in client services, applicable regulatory requirements, industry trends, and competitor services/offerings. Applies research findings to generate regional sales strategies and materials generation. Completes assigned action plan implementation tasks and may assign implementation activities to less experienced professionals. Analyzes complex data, trends, plan changes, and strategies to keep up to date with sales/relationship performance. Leverages data and uses complex key metrics to directly manage and respond to client inquiries; resolves problems and makes recommendations within scope of knowledge.
  • Negotiates sales across a wide product and services portfolio, engaging the appropriate internal contacts, as directed, to ensure contract requirements are in alignment with organizational policies and standards. Seeks final approval from all required parties.

Qualifications:

Required:

  • Bachelor's degree or the equivalent combination of education and relevant experience AND
  • 5+ years of total relevant work experience
  • FINRA licenses (Series 7 and 63) licenses are required and will be supported for this role.

Preferred:

  • Extensive knowledge of Fixed income markets and fixed income products
  • CFA certification preferred, but not required

FINRA Requirements

FINRA licenses are required and will be supported for this role.

Work Flexibility

This role is eligible for hybrid work, with up to two days per week from home.

Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion:

We strive for equity, equality, and opportunity for all associates. When we embrace the power of diversity and create an environment where people can bring their authentic and best selves to work, our firm is stronger, and we create greater value for our clients. Our commitment and inclusive programming aim to lift the experience for each associate and builds allies for our global associate community. We know that a sense of belonging is key not only to your success at the firm, but also to your ability to bring your best each day.

Benefits: We invest in our people through a wide range of programs and benefits, including:

  • Competitive pay and bonuses as well as a generous retirement plan and employee stock purchase plan with matching contributions
  • Flexible and remote work opportunities
  • Health care benefits (medical, dental, vision)
  • Tuition assistance
  • Wellness programs (fitness reimbursement, Employee Assistance Program)

Our policies may change as our working lives evolve. Yet, our commitment to supporting our associates’ well-being and addressing the needs of our clients, business, and communities is unwavering.

T. Rowe Price is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity of thought, gender, and race. We believe our continued success depends upon the equal treatment of all associates and applicants for employment without discrimination on the basis of race, religion, creed, color, national origin, sex, gender, age, mental or physical disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, citizenship status, military or veteran status, pregnancy, or any other classification protected by country, federal, state, or local law.