Wealth Management - Associate Client Strategist (HYBRID)

Overview
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BNY Mellon offers an exciting array of future-forward careers at the intersection of business, finance, and technology. We are one of the world's top asset management and banking firms that manages trillions of dollars in assets, custody and/or administration. Known as the "bank of banks" - 97% of the world's top banks work with us as we lead and serve our customers into the new era of digital.
With over 238 years of rich history and industry firsts, BNY Mellon has been built upon our proven ability to evolve, lead, and drive new ideas at every turn. Today, we're approximately 50,000 employees across 35 countries with a culture that empowers you to grow, take risks, experiment and be yourself. This is what #LifeAtBNYMellon is all about.
We're seeking a future team member for the role of Associate Client Strategist to join our Wealth Management team. This role is located in London and us a HYBRID role, with minimum of 3 days in the office.
The Associate Client Strategist will participate in a two-year comprehensive sales career and skills development program where the individual will gain the skills, knowledge and experience to ultimately offer BNY Mellon Wealth Management's full suite of services to family offices and ultra high net worth individuals primarily through face-to-face meetings and networking with various centers of influence. Individual will have exposure to local partners (Regional Management, Relationship Managers, Wealth Managers/Client Strategists) that will provide opportunities to network and observe sales and relationship activities. The individual will also have access to a global sales coach, senior leadership, the Program Director and Talent & Development resources. At the completion of the two-year program, he/she will be expected to achieve revenue goals, generate leads, and manage the sales process through to closure.

Additionally, the individual will be responsible for transitioning the day-to-day management of the client to a assigned Relationship Manager. The Associate Client Strategist will be expected to learn how to identify, engage & nurture new business influencers and the right types of clients to grow our business. Individual will develop the skills to successfully influence, remain relevant, become an expert and connect people and solutions.

• Year 1: Activity Only; Observe pre/post calls and/or meetings
• Year 2: Participation with Client Strategist - participate in sales meetings focused on observing and learning best practices with clientsRelationships & Partnerships - Focus on field engagement by partnering with senior sales advisors and regional team to develop a network in the community-Community Involvement
• (Year 1 & 2): Identify 1-2 business/networking organizations and participate in 1-2 non-profit organizations of interest-COI Development:
• Year 1: Identify a network and begin building relationships with associates within that network
• Year 2: Identify and establish 3-5 A COIs and 8-10 B COIsKnowledge Base
  • Invest time to better understand the WM brand and build industry knowledge through internal learning modules focused on WM solutions and positioning-Complete Cannon program (Year 1) and CFP (Year 2)
• Complete all assigned coursework in a timely manner
• Active participation in all Cornerstone learning sessions
• Prepare and deliver during articulation sessions
• Leverage Best Practices
  • Leverage internal relationships to practice presentation skills, reflect on and apply feedback, role play, proactively partner with senior sales teams

• • Presentation Skills

• • Present to peers on a regular basis- Apply development feedback - focus on applying feedback from managers and partners and also provide feedback to teammates

• • Role Play

• • Schedule time with managers, partners and peers to practice articulation based on feedback provided

• • Regularly Scheduled Check-ins - Meet with manager and partners to review calendar, discuss activity and review coursework
• Risk Management

- Ensure all policies, procedures and regulations are properly followed and executed on
- Adherence to risk policies of risk events tied to client and/or sales activities

To be successful in this role, we're seeking the following:

• Undergraduate degree oe equivalent required.
• Additional certifications and advanced degree a plus.
• The individual will work alongside the existing Wealth Management London team and participate actively in operational, service and relationship activities helping to develop their understanding and knowledge of our business offering
• 3 years of related experience, preferably in financial services, or equivalent advance degree.
• Good problem solving skills and the ability to understand complex problems a must with previous experience performing sales in complex industries preferable.
• Successful candidates must be able to engage with high net worth individuals, clients with investable assets averaging over $10 million. The sales process entails detailed analysis of financial situations in order to propose the appropriate services to the prospect and the prospect's advisors. He/She should also be very structured with a high attention to detail that facilitates their consistent and diligent follow through.

At BNY Mellon, our inclusive culture speaks for itself. Here's a few of our awards:

• Fortune World's Most Admired Companies & Top 20 for Diversity and Inclusion
• Bloomberg's Gender Equality Index (GEI)
• Best Places to Work for Disability Inclusion , Disability: IN - 100% score
• 100 Best Workplaces for Innovators, Fast Company
• Human Rights Campaign Foundation, 100% score Corporate Equality Index
• CDP's Climate Change 'A List'

Our Benefits:
BNY Mellon offers highly competitive compensation, benefits, and wellbeing programs rooted in a strong culture of excellence and our pay-for-performance philosophy. We provide access to flexible global resources and tools for your life's journey. Focus on your health, foster your personal resilience, and reach your financial goals as a valued member of our team, along with generous paid leaves that can support you and your family through moments that matter.
BNY Mellon is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer - Underrepresented racial and ethnic groups/Females/Individuals with Disabilities/Protected Veterans.

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Employer Description:

For over 230 years, the people of BNY Mellon have been at the forefront of finance, expanding the financial markets while supporting investors throughout the investment lifecycle. BNY Mellon can act as a single point of contact for clients looking to create, trade, hold, manage, service, distribute or restructure investments and safeguards nearly one-fifth of the world's financial assets. BNY Mellon remains one of the safest, most trusted and admired companies. Every day our employees make their mark by helping clients better manage and service their financial assets around the world. Whether providing financial services for institutions, corporations or individual investors, clients count on the people of BNY Mellon across time zones and in 35 countries and more than 100 markets. It's the collective ambition, innovative thinking and exceptionally focused client service paired with a commitment to doing what is right that continues to set us apart. Make your mark: bnymellon.com/careers.