Alts RIA External: New York City, Boston, New Jersey
Franklin Templeton | |
vision insurance, paid time off, tuition assistance, 401(k), retirement plan | |
United States | |
April 15, 2024 | |
At Franklin Templeton, we're driving our industry forward by developing new and innovative ways to help our clients achieve their investment goals. Our dynamic and diversified firm spans asset management, wealth management, and fintech, offering many ways to help investors make progress toward their goals. Our talented teams working around the globe bring expertise that's both broad and unique. From our welcoming, inclusive, and flexible culture to our global and diverse business, we offer opportunities not only to help you reach your potential but also to contribute to our clients' achievements. Come join us in delivering better outcomes for our clients around the world! Director, Alternative Investments - Northeast territory What is the Alternatives group responsible for?Franklin Templeton began the decade under the leadership of Jenny Johnson, who became President and CEO in February of 2020 and led the acquisition of several companies to propel the firm into a new phase of growth, including the largest and most significant acquisition in the company's history, Legg Mason. Legg Mason and its specialist investment managers added differentiated capabilities to Franklin Templeton's existing investment strategies, bringing notable leadership and strength in core fixed income, active equities, multi-asset solutions, and alternatives, a key growth area. A concentrated focus on alternatives led to the more recent announcement of Franklin Templeton's acquisition of Lexington Partners, a leader in secondary private equity and co-investments. With the closure of the Lexington and Alcentra transactions, the firm includes top-tier specialist investment managers across all key alternative categories: private and alternative debt, unconstrained and hedge strategies, real assets, real estate, infrastructure, private equity, and venture. As of November 1, total alternative assets under management total $260 billion. Franklin Templeton's diverse collection of alternative specialist investment managers (SIMs) includes:
Franklin Templeton Alternative Investments is seeking an exceptional candidate to join the FT Alternative Investments Sales team covering the Northeast Territory (which encompasses CT, MA, ME, NH, NY, RI, and VT). A highly motivated, self-starter with a strong desire to be on the ground floor of creating opportunity for a new product line-up is required. This individual will work closely with other Franklin Templeton sales teams and will be primarily responsible for increasing assets under management for retail funds at Clarion Partners, Benefits Street Partners. Lexington Partners and K2 Advisors. The Director, Alternative Investments will be focused on prospecting for RIAs utilizing alternative investments in the RIA & Bank Trust clients. Strong partnering skills with internal colleagues and resources will be integral to building a successful sales territory. The Director, Alternative Investments must be willing to learn and grow, have a strong work ethic, a sense of urgency, be prepared, and execute on a territory specific business plan to launch sales quickly with the highest level of integrity and professionalism. The cornerstone of this sales process is asking questions and listening, providing relevant information and insight, and always putting the interest of the adviser and client first. What are the ongoing responsibilities of a Director, Alternative Investments?
Along with base compensation, other compensation is offered such as a discretionary bonus, 401k plan, health insurance, and other perks. There are several factors taken into consideration in making compensation decisions including but not limited to location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. At Franklin Templeton, we apply a total reward philosophy where all aspects of compensation and benefits are taken into consideration in determining compensation. We expect the salary for this position to range between USD $200,000 - $230,000. Experience our welcoming culture and reach your professional and personal potential!Our culture is shaped by our diverse global workforce and strongly held core values. Regardless of your interests, lifestyle, or background, there's a place for you at Franklin Templeton. We provide employees with the tools, resources, and learning opportunities to help them excel in their career and personal life. By joining us, you will become part of a culture that focuses on employee well-being and provides multidimensional support for a positive and healthy lifestyle. We understand that benefits are at the core of employee well-being and may vary depending on individual needs. Whether you need support for maintaining your physical and mental health, saving for life's adventures, taking care of your family members, or making a positive impact in your community, we aim to have your needs covered. Learn more about the wide range of benefits we offer at Franklin Templeton. Highlights of our benefits include:
*Only applicable at certain locations Franklin Templeton is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and existing employees, and we evaluate qualified applicants without regard to ancestry, age, color, disability, genetic information, gender, gender identity, or gender expression, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, and any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law, ordinance, or regulation. |