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Account Manager

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Pimco

20d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Senior Level
  • Sales & Business Development
    Banking & Finance
  • Zurich
  • Quick Apply

AI generated summary

  • You need several years in business development in German-speaking Switzerland, a degree, CFA preferred, fluent in German and English, self-motivated, results-driven, and willing to travel.
  • You will develop new client relationships, service existing accounts, provide market insights, and educate GWM clients on investment strategies based in Zurich.

Requirements

  • Several years of relevant experience business development experience in the German speaking part of Switzerland
  • University degree or similar
  • CFA Charterholder or equivalent preferred
  • Fluent in German (mother tongue) and English
  • Self-committed personality
  • Willing and able to work with a high degree of self-responsibility and able to deliver results
  • Willingness to travel (London)

Responsibilities

  • We are seeking a Business Developer / Account Manager for the German speaking Switzerland who will have a broad range of responsibilities that includes developing new client relationships and servicing existing accounts.
  • This includes amongst others providing information about performance attribution, market performance and macroeconomic conditions, outlining the firm’s current outlook and strategy, developing investment objectives, and educating clients about a broad set of investment strategies, products and services.
  • Main focus will be on GWM clients (coverage and business development of banks, family offices and independent asset managers).
  • Direct reporting line to the Head Switzerland.
  • Account managers specialize in the following areas:
  • Business Development
  • Responsible for developing client relationships with Swiss wholesale clients, particularly some larger private banks, regional- and cantonal banks, independent asset managers and family offices
  • Client Servicing
  • Responsible for fostering and strengthening existing client relationships with banks, independent asset managers and family offices
  • Location: Zurich office.

FAQs

What is the primary focus of the Account Manager role at PIMCO?

The primary focus is on developing new client relationships and servicing existing accounts, particularly with GWM clients including private banks, family offices, and independent asset managers in the German-speaking part of Switzerland.

What qualifications are required for the Account Manager position?

Candidates should have several years of relevant business development experience in the German-speaking part of Switzerland, a university degree or similar, and a CFA Charterholder or equivalent is preferred.

What languages are required for this role?

Fluency in German (mother tongue) and English is required for this position.

What are the desired characteristics of candidates applying for this role?

Candidates should possess a passion for financial markets, the ability to articulate ideas clearly, be personable and able to develop client relationships, and demonstrate ethical behavior, collaboration, organization, flexibility, high energy, self-motivation, accountability, and humility.

Is there a travel requirement for this position?

Yes, the role requires a willingness to travel, specifically to London.

Where is the location of the Account Manager position?

The position is located in the Zurich office.

Does PIMCO have a policy on equal employment opportunity?

Yes, PIMCO recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to various factors including race, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, age, military or veteran status, and disability, affirming its commitment to equal employment opportunity and affirmative action.

How does PIMCO accommodate applicants with disabilities?

PIMCO provides reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities in the job application process. Applicants may contact them directly for assistance with applying online.

What type of clients will the Account Manager primarily work with?

The Account Manager will primarily work with Swiss wholesale clients, including larger private banks, regional and cantonal banks, independent asset managers, and family offices.

Through changing markets & changing times, PIMCO has been a global leader in active fixed income for 50+ years.

Finance
Industry
1001-5000
Employees
1971
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

PIMCO is a global leader in active fixed income with deep expertise across public and private markets. We invest our clients’ capital across a range of fixed income and credit opportunities, leveraging our decades of experience navigating complex debt markets. Our flexible capital base and deep relationships with issuers have helped us become one of the world’s largest providers of traditional and nontraditional solutions for companies that need financing and investors who seek strong risk-adjusted returns