Associate, US Distribution

At Fiera Capital

We invest in creating a culture of purpose that makes our people feel valued, cared for, seen, and heard. Our approach to employee experience is tailored to your needs and ambitions :

• Your Inclusive Experience : We are committed to cultivating an inclusive, safe, and trusting work environment.
• Your Growth & Empowerment : We have ambitious growth goals for our firm, which makes us a great place to advance your career.
• Your Rewards & Recognition : We deeply value our people and their contributions and that's reflected in our competitive compensation and benefits packages and our collaborative culture.
• Your Wellness Your Way : We strive to create a healthy work environment and we offer programs designed to support our employees' wellbeing.

What we are looking for :

Fiera Capital is looking for a highly motivated individual to join our growing US Distribution team. The successful candidate will demonstrate a team-first approach and accept the challenges of working in a dynamic, fast-paced environment where the focus remains steadfastly on the end client.

Associates play a key role in helping the team identify and develop new business opportunities and service our clients within the institutional plan sponsor, registered investment advisory and investment consultant channels.

The US Distribution Associate role combines on-the-job training with formal training classes and special project assignments.

In this role, an associate will be exposed to different functional teams that contribute to our goals throughout the client lifecycle, including Business Development, Market & RFP Support and Client & Account Services.

Analysts will also be provided with a peer buddy and a mentor who will help with your assimilation into Fiera and also guide your future career.

Your responsibilities :

Regardless of your specific job assignment, you will be expected to :

Build an in-depth knowledge of the firm's product offerings across asset classes, platforms and overall investment capabilities

Build an understanding of clients, consultants and prospects differing needs and levels of sophistication, in order to tailor sales and support to the target audience

Understand the full client lifecycle from marketing, prospecting, sales, onboarding and service

Continuously learn and share product knowledge, industry trends and regulatory compliance guidelines

Assist the team in the execution of sales plans designed to drive asset and revenue growth across the firm

Manage strict deadlines in a high-energy, fast-paced environment with the ability to assess and reprioritize projects based on client needs (internally and externally)

Work collaboratively to meet our objectives and improve the overall quality and efficiency of our processes

Depending on your specific job assignment, your specific responsibilities may include :

Conduct pre-meeting due diligence research on sales prospects and consultants

Conduct market research and competitive analysis across the internet and LinkedIn

Source and qualify prospects through various public websites and other subscribed databases

Collaborate with internal partners in all distribution efforts including cross-sales

Prepare presentation materials for client and prospect meetings

Update prospect and consultant information in our CRM system (Salesforce)

Assist in the creation of marketing material to support business development efforts

Analyze Salesforce campaign performance metrics and report key findings

Project manage and lead coordination of Requests for Proposal (RFP) and Due Diligence Questionnaires (DDQ)

Collaborate with Global SMEs, such as Sales, Portfolio Managers, Product Specialists to develop content

Create compelling, precise, client-focused RFP responses, customized where necessary and appropriate

Routinely monitor approval of marketing documentation being distributed to clients and prospects

Maintain product profiles and investment process language for key product areas

Proactively manage and organize RFP responses in RFPIO (content Database) leveraged by the Global team

Manage the onboarding process between the client and custodian

Liaise between Advisor team and Legal / Compliance and Operations to handle client legal agreements

Set-up new accounts on internal systems and coordinate cash movements as required

Create Monthly / Quarterly statements and custom reporting as required; and

Oversee account termination and final billing, coordinating with the internal billing department and the advisor

Must have requirements to be successful in this role :

Bachelor's degree in business, finance, economics or related field

Relevant internships with experience and continued interest in Sales, Marketing or Client Service

Extracurricular activities demonstrating commitment, discipline, teamwork and leadership

A high degree of intellectual curiosity; the confidence to ask questions and the ability to learn quickly

Personal integrity, strong work ethic and client service oriented

Strong quantitative, analytical and problem solving skills

Methodical, detail and results oriented

Collaborative, team player

Takes personal accountability and responsibility

Ability to work effectively in a high paced sales environment with tight deadlines

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Advanced Excel and Powerpoint skills are preferred

Experience with Salesforce, FactSet, Morningstar Direct and eVestment are a plus

Finra Series 7 & 63 may be required

Additional Information :

Fiera Capital adheres to a hybrid working environment with 3 days in-office per week

If you are interested in a career at Fiera Capital and you meet 70% or more of the requirements, do not hesitate to submit your application!

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For all positions in Quebec (Montreal and Laval), proficiency in French, both spoken and written, is mandatory. Working English proficiency is also required in order to serve our offices and clients around the world.

Fiera Capital subscribes to the principle of employment equity. Our staff is our most valuable asset, and our goal is to create an inclusive and equitable environment where everyone can achieve their true potential.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, colour, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, or on the basis of disability, genetic information or any other federal, state, or local protected class.

Fiera Capital will not tolerate any form of discrimination or harassment.

All staffing decisions, including hiring and promotion decisions, will be based on merit, skills, performance, and business needs.

We are pleased to receive applications from qualified individuals from a variety of backgrounds. Job applicants who are individually selected for an interview will be notified that accommodations are available upon request.

If a selected participant requests accommodation, Fiera Capital shall consult with the applicant and provide, or arrange for the provision of, suitable accommodation in a manner that considers the applicant's accessibility needs due to disability.

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We thank all applicants for their interest in a career with Fiera Capital. We will only contact those selected for an interview.