Job Location : Pittsburgh,PA, USA
POSITION SPECIFICATIONS:
* Bachelor degree required; SIE (Securities Industry Essential's exam) preferred
* One year of work experience in the financial services industry or sales related field preferred
* Knowledge of quantitative mutual fund investment techniques and terminology preferred
* Must possess or immediately obtain FINRA SIE, Series 7 & 66 (or equivalent) licensing
MAJOR DUTIES:
* Participate in the 15-week paid training program to obtain FINRA licenses and to develop sales skills, product, system and industry knowledge.
* Work in partnership with external sales representatives to gain basic knowledge of the client base, investment products, marketing campaigns, and information about Federated Hermes' key competitors
* Conduct systematic sales calls via telephone to clients and prospective clients to acknowledge trades, identify needs, solicit business, and explain Federated Hermes' investment products and processes
* Develop relationships with financial intermediaries, customers and prospects
* Respond to incoming inquiries from existing/prospective financial intermediaries regarding Federated Hermes' products, services and sales ideas
* Meet individual production goals and effectively participate in reaching department production goals
* Participate in ongoing training, including product knowledge, presentation skills, and seminars to fully develop professional skills
* Demonstrate ability to learn, utilize and maintain all systems thoroughly i.e. Salesforce, Microsoft Office, Finders
* Remain current with industry trends
* Attend industry conferences and seminars on occasion
HOURS/LOCATION:
* 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.; 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.; 9:30 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.; or 10:30 a.m. - 7:00 p.m. depending on region supported (Overtime as required)
* Federated Hermes Tower - Pittsburgh, PA 15222
* Hybrid Location (office/remote)
EXPLANATORY COMMENTS:
* Positions are based in Pittsburgh and support external sales representatives in various markets
* Emphasis on sales skills, product knowledge and building relationships with clients
* Ability to work as a member of a team
* Excellent oral communication skills (telephone voice) and presentation skills required
* Excellent decision making, problem solving, and analytical skills required
* Above average attention to detail required
* Individual will be required to sign an Employment Agreement
* Travel to attend client meetings and conferences as appropriate
* Must possess/maintain a valid driver's license