Sector Sales Specialist, Broker Dealer (Central Region), State Street Global Advisors - VP II (Open)

Who we are looking for

The Sector Sales Specialist distributes the SPDR Select Sector ETFs, drives Sector fund adoption and owns business results as part of the Sector ETF Sales Specialist team. The Sector Sales Specialist will partner with our Client Coverage Group to drive Select Sector ETF engagement with Broker/Dealer clients in the Central region of the US using Sector ETFs. The Sales Specialist will play a key role in growing our Select Sector ETF franchise and serve as an expert for Sector investing in their assigned coverage region.

Why this role is important to us

The team you will be joining is a part of State Street Global Advisors, one of the largest asset managers in the world. We partner with many of the world’s largest, most sophisticated investors and financial intermediaries to help them reach their goals through a rigorous, research-driven investment process. With over four decades of experience and trillions of dollars in assets under management, we offer one of the broadest selections of services across asset classes, risk profiles, regions and styles. As pioneers in index, ETF, and ESG investing, we are always inventing new ways to invest.

Join us if making your mark in the asset management industry from day one is a challenge you are up for.

What you will be responsible for

As a Sector Sales Specialist you will

• Be responsible for providing client-facing expertise supporting the Select Sector SPDR ETFs for SSGA’s Client Coverage Group in the Central US.

• Educate clients on the benefits of sector investing via client meetings, presentations and industry panels

• Partner with Markets Intelligence team to uncover current and potential users of Select Sector ETFs

• Deliver thought leadership related to Sector ETF’s place in portfolios and methods for incorporating Sector investing in investment allocations

• Provide a deep understanding of the SPDR Sector ETF range, competitive landscape, industry trends, and product attributes

What we value

These skills will help you succeed in this role

• Sector investing sales, strategist or portfolio management experience

• The ability to discuss Sector investment concepts and articulate a variety of portfolio management approaches

• An understanding of the benefits of Select Sector ETF’s liquidity and competitive advantages

• Strong communication and public speaking skills

• Ability and willingness to travel consistently across assigned geographic territory

Education & Preferred Qualifications

- Minimum 7 years of investment experience

- CIMA, CFA or other professional designations preferred

- Current securities licenses (Series 7 and Series 63) preferred or the ability to attain

- Clean compliance and U4 record required

- Knowledge of equity markets and portfolio construction

- In-depth knowledge of Sector investing

- Excellent communication skills

- Ability to work with and influence internal and external stakeholders

- Positive, collaborative attitude with a strong team orientation

- Available for travel 50-75%

Are you the right candidate? Yes!

We truly believe in the power that comes from the diverse backgrounds and experiences our employees bring with them. Although each vacancy details what we are looking for, we don’t necessarily need you to fulfil all of them when applying. If you like change and innovation, seek to see the bigger picture, make data driven decisions and are a good team player, you could be a great fit.

About State Street Global Advisors

What We Do. As the asset management arm of State Street Corporation, State Street Global Advisors has served the world’s governments, institutions and financial advisors for over four decades. With a rigorous, risk-aware approach built on research, analysis and market-tested experience, we build from a breadth of active and index strategies to create cost-effective solutions. As stewards, we help portfolio companies see that what is fair for people and sustainable for the planet can deliver long-term performance. And, as pioneers in index, ETF, and ESG investing, we are always inventing new ways to invest. As a result, we have become one of the world’s largest asset managers with trillions of dollars under our care.

Our Mission. At State Street Global Advisors our mission is to invest responsibly to enable economic prosperity and social progress. We are driven by a desire to help our clients, and those who rely on them, achieve a better future. We have a long history of developing innovative investment strategies to provide our clients with reliable and transparent returns, cost-effectively, and