Assistant Director, Affiliate Distribution & Partnership
Kuala Lumpur
Permanent
Part-time
8 days ago
Eastspring is a global asset manager with Asia at its core. We create a culture in which diversity is celebrated and inclusion assured, for our colleagues, customers, and partners. We provide a platform for our people to do their best work and make an impact to the business, and in exchange, we support our people&aposs career ambitions. We pledge to make Eastspring a place where you can Connect, Grow and Succeed. Key Accountabilities The role is responsible for the relationship development and support of the Affiliate Channel - Prudential Malaysia.The individual is responsible for delivering the Eastspring Wealth/Investment proposition and solutions to the client to support profitable growth of AUM. Adapt Regional Life Partnership Strategy to local needs: Overall responsible for the leadership and development of strategic approach to manage our Affiliate Channel - Prudential Malaysia Relationship Management: Manage the overall co-ordination of the relationship with Prudential Malaysia for both General Account & ILP. Standardize Internal Fee Share Arrangements: Lead optimisation and standardisation of fee sharing arrangement, reporting, client support etc Curate 3rd party asset management companies' products: Full optimisation of the affiliate channel including analysis and adjustment of fee sharing structures with third parties, development of creative strategies, partner analysis and support (ILPs), and market and competitor analysis. Collaborate ILP Product Development: Work closely with our Prudential client to design and develop ILP products that meet evolving market demands e.g., retirement products Provide ILP support: Lead and oversee the ILP support for Prudential Malaysia, including sales and marketing materials, launch and rollout of affiliate programs/campaigns. Build a high-performance Affiliate Channel team and function across Eastspring. Experience / Qualifications Relevant experience, in supporting institutional client relationship role or client portfolio manager role, either at an asset manager or a top tier bank - Good knowledge of the asset management industry, insurance industry and the operating business model of an asset manager highly desirable. Licensed with local regulator Deep understanding of financial products and funds management industry Excellent presentation skills Strong business level communication skills both written and verbal including report writing skills Strong time management and prioritisation skills Confident in making decisions autonomously and taking initiative Strong project management skills and experience Proven track record for delivering results as part of a dynamic team structure Ability to work well under pressure Accuracy and attention to detail including delivering reports and documentation to a very high standard At ease to interact with external and internal stakeholders, including senior management, consultants, service providers, investment and sales teams, in a multi-cultural environment. Strong team player, but needs to be able to work autonomously on projects and deliverables around and of varying seniority Be independent and resourceful in other words, a self-starter Eastspring is an equal opportunity employer. We provide equality of opportunity of benefits for all who apply and who perform work for our organisation irrespective of sex, race, age, ethnic origin, educational, social and cultural background, marital status, pregnancy and maternity, religion or belief, disability or part-time / fixed-term work, or any other status protected by applicable law. We encourage the same standards from our recruitment and third-party suppliers taking into account the context of grade, job and location. We also allow for reasonable adjustments to support people with individual physical or mental health requirements. Show more Show less