Structured Product sales Europe
Structured Products Sales - France
Overview
Our client is a fast-growing, entrepreneur-led investment firm specialising in structured products distribution across Europe. Established six years ago by three experienced market professionals, the business has built a strong reputation within the French market and continues to invest heavily in its distribution capabilities.
With a regulated platform, an expanding European footprint, and plans for further growth, the firm offers the opportunity to join a collaborative environment where employees can make a tangible impact on the business. Equity participation may also be available for key hires.
The Role
The firm is seeking experienced Sales professionals to support the continued growth of its French distribution business. Opportunities exist across both Retail Distribution and Institutional & Corporate Distribution teams.
This is a highly client-facing role requiring candidates to develop and maintain relationships, identify new business opportunities, and drive revenue growth within their respective regions and client segments.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and manage relationships with prospective and existing clients across France.
- Promote the firm's structured products capabilities and investment solutions.
- Generate new business opportunities and expand market penetration.
- Maintain regular client contact through meetings, presentations and roadshows.
- Travel extensively throughout assigned territories.
- Collaborate with internal structuring, sales and management teams to deliver tailored client solutions.
- Monitor market developments and identify emerging opportunities.
- Contribute to the ongoing growth and development of the platform.
Retail Distribution Coverage
The retail team focuses on:
- Independent Financial Advisers (IFAs)
- Wealth management firms
- Distribution networks
- Insurance-related channels
- Retail investment platforms
Current hiring needs include:
- North-West France
- South-West France
Institutional & Corporate Distribution Coverage
The institutional team covers:
- Asset Managers
- Insurance Companies
- Pension Funds
- Corporates
- Banks
- Financial Institutions
The firm is looking for individuals with established client relationships and a proven ability to originate and develop business.
Candidate Profile
Candidates may come from:
- Structured Products Sales
- Fixed Income Sales
- Equity Sales
- Institutional Sales
- Asset Management Distribution
- Wholesale Distribution
- Retail Banking Distribution
Previous structured products experience is advantageous but not essential. The firm is open to training strong sales professionals with relevant client relationships and a desire to specialise in structured products.
Requirements
- Proven client-facing sales experience within financial markets.
- Existing network across French retail, institutional or corporate clients.
- Strong business development and relationship management skills.
- Ability to work autonomously within an entrepreneurial environment.
- Commercial mindset with a track record of revenue generation.
- Fluent French required.
- Willingness to travel regularly across assigned regions.
- Junior profiles will not be considered.
What's on Offer
- Opportunity to join a rapidly growing platform.
- Direct exposure to founders and senior management.
- Entrepreneurial and collaborative culture.
- Strong training and development programme.
- Ability to influence the growth of the business.
- Potential equity/share participation.
- Long-term career progression as the firm expands across Europe.
Selling Points
- Join a business that has successfully built its infrastructure and distribution platform from the ground up.
- Significant investment and hiring plans across France and Europe.
- Opportunity to develop expertise in one of the fastest-growing areas of financial markets.
- Less bureaucracy and greater commercial freedom than larger institutions.
- Equity participation available for high-performing hires.
- Strong credibility within the French market, with established relationships across key distribution channels.
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