Associate Director, Managed Investment Specialist
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About the Role
Standard Chartered is seeking an Associate Director for Managed Investments in Private Banking DIFC. The role involves product advisory, supporting revenue and AuM growth, and enabling distribution of investment solutions.
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Responsibilities
- Support growth of Managed Investments business in Private Banking DIFC
- Provide product advisory and support to Relationship Managers and Advisors
- Drive awareness and understanding of MI offerings among sales teams
- Support local rollout and pitching of new products
- Act as key local point of contact for MI related queries
- Manage product activities for Mutual Funds, DPM, Alternatives, marketing, and sales campaigns
- Ensure sales teams receive adequate support, training, and marketing collateral
- Work with Proposition and Marketing teams on campaigns and events
- Manage BAU activities including training new joiners
- Engage with risk control owners and implement policies and control standards
Requirements
- Postgraduate qualification (MBA or Master’s in Finance) preferred
- CFA or CAIA required
- 4–6 years of experience as a product specialist within Managed Investments
- Knowledge of investment theory, regulatory rules and procedures
- Excellent communication and presentation skills
- Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work across diverse teams
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Job Summary
- The Associate Director, Managed Investments role is a product advisory role supporting Private Banking DIFC.
- Serves as primary point of contact for all Managed Investments related activities.
- Focuses on enabling revenue and AuM growth through product positioning, client engagement, and distribution of centrally curated MI solutions.
Key Responsibilities Strategy
- Support growth of MI business in Private Banking DIFC by promoting high quality product offering.
- Assist in implementing group and country strategies through effective product positioning and compliant sales practices.
- Contribute to achieving AuM growth and revenue targets.
Key Responsibilities Business
- Provide MI support to Private Banking DIFC by facilitating product updates, insights, and materials.
- Drive awareness and understanding of MI offerings among RMs and Advisors.
- Support local rollout and pitching of new products.
- Act as key local point of contact for MI queries.
- Build credibility with RMs and Advisors as trusted source of product knowledge.
- Manage product activities for Mutual Funds, DPM, Alternatives, marketing, and sales campaigns.
- Ensure sales teams receive adequate support, training, and marketing collateral.
- Work with Proposition and Marketing teams on campaigns and events.
- Manage all MI BAU activities including training new joiners.
Key Responsibilities Processes
- Build and enhance processes suitable for MI business.
- Engage with risk control owners to implement policies and control standards.
- Ensure back end processes operate to high standards.
- Work with stakeholders to improve quality, turnaround time, and efficiency.
Key Responsibilities Risk Management
- Partner with risk teams to ensure risk management procedures are effectively implemented.
- Develop and implement rules to meet internal and external requirements.
- Work collaboratively to ensure audit findings are rectified.
Key Responsibilities Governance
- Understand and support governance, oversight, and control arrangements.
- Maintain adequate control environment to prevent losses.
- Monitor regulatory and market developments and provide feedback.
- Ensure compliance with Bank and regulatory requirements.
- Provide policy guidance and product support to Wealth Management units.
Qualifications
- Postgraduate qualification (MBA or Master’s in Finance) preferred.
- CFA or CAIA required.
- 4–6 years of experience as a product specialist within Managed Investments.
- Knowledge of investment theory and practice, regulatory rules and procedures.
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks.
- Excellent communication and presentation skills.
- Strong interpersonal skills.
- Strong foundational experience in Managed Investments.
- Ability to identify need for change and adapt.
About Standard Chartered
- Standard Chartered is a globally recognised international bank with over 170 years of history.
- Committed to making a positive impact for clients, communities, and employees.
- Core purpose: drive commerce and prosperity through embracing unique diversity.
- Brand promise: 'to be here for good'.
What We Offer
- Competitive remuneration package with comprehensive benefits.
- Retirement and insurance: core bank contributions, medical coverage, life insurance.
- Leave entitlements: generous paid time off including annual leave, parental/maternity leave up to 20 weeks, sabbatical up to 12 months, volunteering leave.
- Flexible working: hybrid work models supporting work life balance.
- Wellbeing programs: access to Unmind, resilience workshops, Employee Assistance Programmes.
- Learning and development: continuous learning culture with reskilling and upskilling opportunities.
- Inclusive environment: supportive, values driven organisation embracing diversity.
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