Associate, ETF Research & Platform Distribution

Posted:
10/15/2024, 8:32:53 AM

Location(s):
Florida, United States ⋅ New York, New York, United States ⋅ Saint Petersburg, Florida, United States ⋅ New York, United States

Experience Level(s):
Junior ⋅ Mid Level

Field(s):
Finance & Banking

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!

Associate, ETF Research & Platform Distribution

Saint Petersburg, Florida or New York City, New York

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 qualified candidates to join our team.

Dating back to the 1940s, Franklin Templeton has been synonymous with best-in-class client solutions. As our clients’ needs evolve, so do our product offerings – leading to our first ETF launch in 2013. The burgeoning ETF business quickly expanded, becoming a stand-alone Division in 2016. Now, a global effort managing $30B in client assets, we offer more than 100 ETFs spanning active, passive, ESG and thematic investing.

What are the ongoing responsibilities of an Associate, ETF Research & Platform Distribution?

  • Supports strategic initiatives and projects on behalf of Franklin Templeton’s Exchange Traded Funds business within the U.S., NRC and Latin American businesses

  • Develops client relationships across the Wealth Management business to further market opportunity for Franklin ETFs

  • Partners with the ETF Specialist team in proactive and reactive client engagement

  • Facilitates business planning through the analysis of firm and industry data

  • Responsible for maintaining centralized shared resources, including managing supporting systems for internal navigation

  • Organizes client manager research and materials to synthesize with our Firm view

  • Cultivates an understanding of the ETF ecosystem through ongoing interactions with clients

  • Engages in meeting preparation, prioritizing relevant information, and advising on presentation content and product positioning

  • Serves as the central point of contact for ETFs across various internal divisions including Marketing, Product and Capital Markets

What will make you successful in this role?

  • Relevant BA/BS degree required

  • 0-5 years industry experience, ETF familiarity preferred

  • FINRA Series 7 and 63 licensing required within 90 days of hire

  • Some knowledge of relevant tools helpful (e.g. Morningstar, Bloomberg)

  • Proficient in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint

  • Exceptional communication skills and ability to articulate complex topics internally and externally

  • Must be self-motivated, organized, detailed oriented, and have exceptional time management skills

  • Limited travel required (<25%)

  • Preferred location: Saint Petersburg, FL or New York City, NY; possible flexible arrangement

Franklin Templeton offers employees a competitive and valuable range of total rewards—monetary and non-monetary—designed to support the whole person and to recognize their time, talents, and results. Along with base compensation, other compensation is offered such as a discretionary bonus, 401k plan, health insurance, and other perks. There are several factors taken into consideration in making compensation decisions including but not limited to location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. At Franklin Templeton, we apply a total reward philosophy where all aspects of compensation and benefits are taken into consideration in determining compensation. We expect the salary for this position to range between $70,000 - $90,000.

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Experience 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’s 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.

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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’s adventures, taking care of your family members, or making a positive impact in your community, we aim to have your needs covered. Learn more about the wide range of benefits we offer at Franklin Templeton.

Highlights of our benefits include:

  • Three weeks paid time off the first year

  • Medical, dental and vision insurance

  • 401(k) Retirement Plan with 85% company match on your pre-tax and/or Roth contributions, up to the IRS limits

  • Employee Stock Investment Program

  • Learning and Education Assistance Program (LEAP)

  • Purchase of company funds with no sales charge

  • Onsite fitness center and recreation center*

  • Onsite cafeteria*

*Only applicable at certain locations

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. 
 
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