At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead global sales strategy and build a dynamic sales team in Transition Management.
- Company: Join State Street Investment Management, a leader in innovative asset management solutions.
- Benefits: Enjoy flexible work-life support, inclusive development opportunities, and vibrant employee networks.
- Other info: Up to 50% travel required; embrace a culture that values diversity and empowerment.
- Why this job: Make a significant impact in a strategically important growth area with global reach.
- Qualifications: 15+ years in institutional sales with strong leadership and relationship-building skills.
The predicted salary is between 150000 - 200000 £ per year.
State Street Investment Management (SSIM) is a global leader in asset management, delivering innovative investment and trading solutions to institutional clients worldwide. Transition Management (TM) is a strategic capability enabling clients to efficiently risk-manage complex portfolio restructurings, with increasing integration across the broader Investment Management and Markets ecosystem.
The Global Head of Transition Management Sales is a new, senior distribution leadership role within the Client Business Organization (CBO). This highly visible position is responsible for defining, executing, and scaling the global TM sales strategy across regions. The role requires a seasoned sales leader to drive revenue growth, build and lead a global sales team, and activate the firm’s broader distribution platform to capture market opportunities in Transition Management. There will also be an element of direct sales responsibilities while the team is being built out.
Transition Management is a strategically important growth area. This role is critical in establishing global leadership, driving revenue growth, and integrating TM into the broader institutional offering.
Key Responsibilities- Define and execute the global Transition Management sales strategy
- Own and deliver on global revenue targets
- Build out, develop and lead a multi-regional sales team
- Act as primary interface with global Client Coverage Group for all things TM-related
- Drive alignment with client coverage teams to originate new opportunities
- Partner across Investment Management and Global Markets
- Implement sales governance, reporting, and pipeline discipline
- Strong leadership and people development capabilities
- Ability to influence senior stakeholders
- Commercial mindset with strong execution focus
- Collaborative and relationship-driven
- Comfortable operating in a global matrix organization
- Results-oriented with strong ownership mentality
- 15+ years of institutional sales or distribution experience and ability to build and maintain client relationships with key decision makers
- Proven track record of leading global sales teams
- Strong understanding of institutional clients and trading/portfolio solutions
- Experience across Investment Management and/or Markets environments
- Ability to communicate feedback from clients and prospects back into the overall organization to improve delivery of solutions and improve the overall client experience
- Undergraduate degree required with preference
- Minimum of 10 years experience in sales/sales management capacities
- CFA designation preferred but not required
- FCA Registration
- Familiarity with Salesforce CRM software package
- Up to 50% travel required
Across the globe, institutional investors rely on us to help them manage risk, respond to challenges, and drive performance and profitability. We keep our clients at the heart of everything we do, and smart, engaged employees are essential to our continued success. We are committed to fostering an environment where every employee feels valued and empowered to reach their full potential. As an essential partner in our shared success, you’ll benefit from inclusive development opportunities, flexible work-life support, paid volunteer days, and vibrant employee networks that keep you connected to what matters most. Join us in shaping the future.
Global Head of Transition Management Sales, Managing Director - State Street Investment Management in London employer: Dormont Manufacturing Co
State Street Investment Management is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment that prioritises employee growth and inclusivity. As the Global Head of Transition Management Sales, you will lead a talented team in a strategically important area, benefiting from flexible work-life support, vibrant employee networks, and opportunities for professional development. Join us in a culture that values collaboration and innovation, where your contributions directly impact our clients and the future of investment management.
