Sales associate

Job description

About the Job

A global asset management firm is seeking an ETF Sales Associate to join its Sales team, based in London. This role offers an exciting opportunity for a highly motivated and competitive individual to support ETF distribution across European territories.

The position is well suited to a driven self-starter who thrives in a fast-paced, performance-oriented environment and is eager to build strong client relationships while developing deep knowledge of ETFs and financial markets.

Key Responsibilities

• Support regional sales activity by working alongside senior sales colleagues to grow ETF distribution across assigned territories.
• Proactively engage prospective and existing clients through outbound calls, email, and digital channels to build relationships and secure meetings.
• Manage high levels of outbound activity while maintaining strong follow-up and client engagement.
• Build trusted client relationships through regular communication and the use of market insights and educational materials.
• Handle inbound client enquiries, including product information, fund comparisons, and portfolio-related requests.
• Support and attend client meetings, events, and hospitality to strengthen long-term relationships.

Market Knowledge & Product Expertise

• Develop strong knowledge of the firm’s ETF range and investment solutions.
• Stay up to date with market developments, industry trends, and competitor activity to support informed client conversations.
• Share relevant market intelligence with colleagues to support broader sales efforts.
• CRM & Pipeline Management
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date client records within the CRM system.
• Track calls, meetings, and opportunities to support effective pipeline management and reporting.

Required Experience & Skills

• Undergraduate degree or equivalent relevant professional experience.
• Demonstrable success in a competitive environment (sales, sport, or other performance-driven roles).
• Strong interest in financial markets and investing, with a desire to continuously develop technical knowledge.
• Confident communicator, comfortable engaging with clients via phone, video, and in-person meetings.
• Proven ability to influence, build rapport, and convert opportunities.

Qualifications

• Relevant experience in sales, client relationship management, or business development is advantageous.
• Financial services knowledge is beneficial but not essential, as training will be provided.

Ideal Candidate Attributes

• Highly motivated, competitive, and results-driven.
• Resilient, able to handle rejection and perform under pressure.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage a pipeline of opportunities.
• Confident, articulate, and professional in client interactions.
• Experience with lead generation tools (e.g. Sales Navigator) is advantageous.

This role provides a unique opportunity to combine investment knowledge, technical skills, and operational expertise in a global, high-impact environment.

Mason Blake acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. Mason Blake is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications regardless of sex, marital status, ethnic origin, sexual orientation, religious belief, or age.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

City of London

Type of Contract

Part-time jobs

Published at

12-01-2026

Profession type

Accountancy

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English