Consultant Relations Director

As one of the world’s leading asset managers, Invesco is dedicated to helping investors worldwide achieve their financial objectives. By delivering the combined power of our distinctive investment management capabilities, we provide a wide range of investment strategies and vehicles to our clients around the world.If you're looking for challenging work, smart colleagues, and a global employer with a social conscience, come explore your potential at Invesco. Make a difference every day! Job DescriptionWe have an outstanding benefits package which includes:Company-provided healthcareA competitive annual leave allowanceFlexible working options, including hybrid working arrangementsGenerous pension provisionsIncome protectionHealth and wellness benefitsVolunteering daysEnhanced parental leaveLife insuranceYour role:We are looking for our next Consultant Relations Directorin our London OR Henley-on-Thames office based in the EMEA Consultant Relations team!In this role you will focus on business development and relationship management with global and regional consultants with a primary focus on private markets.What we are we looking for:Manage and develop relationships with select global and alternatives consultant firms with a focus on private markets (in-particular real estate and private credit) - across research and field consultantsBuild engagement at all levels of experience and seniority, achieving "buy" ratings for Invesco products/ strategies (including finding opportunities for teamwork on new products), collaborating with the direct sales team to commercialise achieved ratingsSupport business development efforts with select institutional investors including endowments, foundations, family offices and pension funds with a focus on private marketsPlan and lead fundraising roadshows for all relevant productsUpdate CRM systems with ongoing engagements and updating key internal partnersWhat you can bring:Strong experience working in asset management / consultancy sale s/ client facing roles, experience of working in consultant relations and /or investor relationsDeep understanding of real estate and private credit asset classes.  Experience with public markets would be a plusUnderstanding of fundraising process associated with closed end fundsAn existing network across investment consultants and institutional investors a plusIMC/Actuary/CFA preferredComfortable with discussing technical topics related to investments, portfolio construction and asset allocationStrong work ethic and organizational skillsAbility to work well within a team is essentialProven ability to communicate complexity with simplicityExperience with Salesforce, advanced Microsoft Office SuiteFull Time / Part TimeFull timeWorker TypeEmployeeJob Exempt (Yes / No)NoWorkplace ModelAt Invesco, our workplace model supports our culture and meets the needs of our clients while providing flexibility our employees value. As a full-time employee, compliance with the workplace policy means working with your direct manager to create a schedule where you will work in your designated office at least three days a week, with two days working outside an Invesco office. If this sounds like you, we’d love to hear from you! We want all of our candidates to shine during the application and selection process, so if you need any adjustments to be made, please send an e-mail to #####. Please include your name, the job you are interested in, and the type of adjustment you need (for example; breaks during your interview, remote interviews, additional time for assessments or other required adjustments)Equal Opportunities:We are an equal opportunities employer. Our mission is to welcome everyone and create inclusive teams. We celebrate difference and encourage everyone to join us, and be themselves at work.Our commitment to the community and environmental, social and governance investing:We partner with charitable organisations globally to make an impact in the communities where we live and work. Our people are encouraged to support the charities they feel most passionate about.  We are also committed to environmental, social and governance (ESG) investing. We serve our clients in this space as a trusted partner both on specific responsible investment product strategies as well as part of our commitment to deliver a superior investment experience. Recruitment Agencies:Invesco has an in-house recruitment team, which focuses on sourcing great candidates directly. Invesco will not accept unsolicited resumes from agency or search firm recruiters. Fees will not be paid in the event a candidate submitted by a recruiter without an agreement in place is hired. When we do use agencies, we have a PSL in place, so please do not contact hiring managers directly.Regulatory:This position may fall in-scope of one or multiple regimes/directives.SummaryLocation: London, London; Henley-on-Thames, OxfordshireType: Full time