AVP, Distribution Enablement

At Harris, the true value of what makes us successful is found in our people. It is our unique mix of cultures, experiences, beliefs and backgrounds that sets Harris apart from the rest. We constantly strive to cultivate, nurture and amplify an unparalleled environment, where we value intellectual curiosity and uniqueness of thought. Inclusion is embedded in the very fabric of our culture of collaboration and openness.

We understand that a job description only tells one part of a broader story, and Harris is seeking dynamic candidates who can add to our best-in-class environment. We recognize that qualifications can be gained through both traditional and non-traditional paths, and we are committed to considering candidates who possess the potential to be excellent in this role regardless of prior experiences.

Therefore we encourage ALL interested individuals to submit their applications, even if they do not meet every requirement outlined in the job description.

The Position

Harris Associates is committed to bringing together individuals whose diverse backgrounds, opinions and perspectives maximize our expertise in finding value and delivering an excellent client experience.

Responsibilities

• Build and Leverage Strategic Relationships
  • Proactively establish productive relationships with relationship managers at key intermediary platforms, Natixis wholesalers and key account owners, other departments within Harris, and other industry professionals.
  • Work closely with Harris Client Portfolio Managers to learn key intermediary relationships and product placement opportunities.

• Participate in industry groups, trainings, conferences and network with peers in the industry to develop beneficial working relationships for knowledge sharing.

• Own Business Intelligence and Business Opportunities
  • • Become an expert in our key intermediary relationships, platforms, and channels.
    • Develop a deep understanding of products, with intricate knowledge of retail mutual fund, ETF and SMA products.
    • Understand and leverage large data sets for business intelligence and business growth responsibilities.
    • Manage the packaged product pipeline of opportunities in the various intermediary channels.
    • Work closely with the Product team to understand our various investment products in addition to competitor analysis relative to key intermediary platforms.
    • Evaluate product placement on intermediary platforms with goals of identifying opportunities and removing any barriers for sales.
    • Research impact and opportunities for recommended status and model placement of our investment products.
    • Perform modeling and analytics as needed with large data sets to then summarize and present business opportunity recommendations.

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university or equivalent experience.
• Experience in the investment management or financial services industry.
• Experience in a national accounts, key accounts or client portfolio manager role.
• Self-starter with the ability to assess, explain, and solve complex problems.
• Ability to embrace and take ownership of projects.
• Detail-oriented with high degree of accuracy and timely follow-through.
• Natural interest in sales and the financial markets.
• An exceptionally high degree of initiative and adaptability, and the ability to multi-task with strong organizational skills, while remaining flexible toward unexpected changes.
• Exemplary verbal and written communication.
• Comfortable presenting to and communicating across levels of an organization, including the capability to adjust communication style and delivery appropriately for different internal and external audiences.

Equal Employment Opportunity Policy StatementHarris Associates L.P. pursues a policy of equal opportunity in all areas of employment including recruitment, hiring, training, compensation, benefits, advancement, and treatment on the job. This means that Harris does not discriminate against employees, or qualified applicants, based on an individual's race, color, religion, creed, sex, age, national origin, physical disability, sexual orientation, trans-gender status, transsexual status, status as a veteran or disabled veteran, genetic information or for any other reason prohibited by law. Harris reserves the right to review publicly available information about applicants (i.e., via social networking sites), to the extent permissible under applicable law.

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