Associate / Senior Associate, Global Client Group (Broker Dealer)
Dimensional Fund Advisors · Charlotte, NC · 6 days ago
HybridFull-time
Job Description The Global Client Group (GCG) is Dimensional’s distribution arm, comprising sales channels that target a diverse client set. By putting the client first, we strive to transform the way the world invests, and our solutions are a testament to the value provided to our clients. GCG is responsible for developing new business relationships as well as managing current relationships with our global clients. Our Broker-Dealer Advisor channel is responsible for working with wirehouse and full-service broker dealer financial advisors across the country. This Senior Associate role will support Regional Directors in business development and client services activities for our Broker Dealer clients across the east coast. Responsibilities Build and nurture a new pipeline of BD prospectsSource opportunities through outbound calls to advisorsCollaborate with Regional Directors to identify new opportunities to engage with financial advisorsDevelop broad Broker Dealer industry insight to effectively execute outbound growth strategiesArticulating complex investment principles and capital market research to financial advisorsEducate clients and prospects on why and how our portfolio solutions are constructed and work the way they doInteract with clients on practice management related issuesTravel with Regional Directors and develop strong business and personal relationships with key advisor clientsDevelop and deliver complex and educational investment presentations to financial advisorsDevelop and facilitate the production of complex client driven requests among a team of AssociatesDevelop a robust understanding of the Broker Dealer industry and related business practices Qualifications Bachelor’s degree required; MBA and/or CFA strongly preferred5+ years of experience in the Financial Services/Investment industryPrevious prospecting and sales experience preferredCold calling experience preferredProven ability to build and manage a sales pipelineStrong analytical skillsSolid quantitative problem-solving skillsExcellent verbal and written communication and interpersonal skillsDetail-orientedAble to work equally well in a team environment and independentlySelf-starter who is capable of managing multiple projects and meeting deadlinesStrong computer skills (Excel and Access) with the ability to learn programs as neededSIE (Securities Industry Essentials), Series 7, and Series 63/66 licenses are required and must be obtained within the first 12 weeks of hire as a condition of employment This role is not eligible for immigration sponsorship. Dimensional offers a variety of programs to help take care of you, your family, and your career, including comprehensive benefits, educational initiatives, and special celebrations of our history, culture, and growth. It is the policy of the Company to provide equal opportunity for all employees and applicants. The Company recruits, hires, trains, promotes, compensates, and administers all personnel actions without regard to actual or perceived race, color, religion, religious practice, creed, sex, sex stereotyping, pregnancy (which includes pregnancy, childbirth, and medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), caregiver status, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender identity, national origin, age, mental or physical disability, ancestry, medical condition, marital status, familial status, domestic partnership status, military or veteran status or service, unemployment status, citizenship status or alienage, sexual orientation, status as a victim of domestic violence, status as a victim of stalking, status as a victim of sex offenses, genetic information, political activities or recreational activities, arrest or conviction record, salary history, natural hairstyle or any other status protected by applicable law except as otherwise required or permitted by law or regulation applicable to the Company or its affiliates.