What is the opportunity?

As the Funds Specialist, Global Manager Research Asia, you will be responsible for driving the growth of our funds business across RBC Asia Private Banking channels through business development, product management, and client engagement in Hong Kong and Greater China.

What will you do?

• Engage with relationship managers and clients to grow penetration and AUM of the fund program within RBC Private Bank Asia, with primary focus on Hong Kong and Greater China market
• Evaluate, prioritise, and plan development of managed products (Mutual Funds, Hedge Funds, Private Markets, and Alternative Strategies) platform in Asia
• Meet clients and assist relationship managers with client portfolio reviews, providing advisory services on Funds
• Develop effective marketing collateral and present fund ideas across multiple forums in collaboration with business partners
• Conduct product research, due diligence, portfolio performance and risk assessment, quantitative analysis, and platform enhancement in Asia
• Implement new products and enhancements to existing products, coordinating across systems, marketing, legal, compliance, and communication strategies
• Research competitive landscape and industry trends to ensure products align with market and client needs
• Act as liaison to functional teams in product-related matters (Operations, Marketing, Information Systems, Legal, Compliance)
• Work closely with team members to develop strong relationships with product vendors and enhance service quality
• Conduct ad-hoc analysis of product profitability, asset growth, revenue, expense, market share, and program features
• Support business development efforts and work independently in responding to internal and external client enquiries

What do you need to succeed?

Must-have

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Business, Finance, or Marketing
• 7-10 years’ experience in securities or financial markets
• Superior understanding of Mutual Funds, Hedge Funds, Private Markets, and alternative investments
• Prior experience in successfully building a funds advisory business
• Strong oral and written communication skills in English and Chinese (Cantonese and Mandarin)
• Excellent project management and organizational skills with good understanding of technology, operational, sales, and marketing issues
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team
• Ability to work independently on unstructured tasks and balance multiple projects
• Diligent in responding to internal and external client enquiries independently

Nice-to-have

• Product advisory experience (internal and external)
• Working knowledge of Avaloq banking system
• Advanced qualifications (MBA, MA, MS)

This position is subject to the Mandatory Reference Check Scheme (MRCS). MRCS is a standardized reference-checking arrangement by requesting the individual's information from each relevant former and current employers (Authorized Institutions under the supervision of the Hong Kong Monetary Authority) covering the preceding seven years prior to the application for this position. For more details, please refer to Frequently Asked Questions for In-Scope Individuals.

What’s in it for you?

We thrive on the challenge to be our best - progressive thinking to keep growing and working together to deliver trusted advice to help our clients thrive and communities prosper. We care about each other, reaching our potential, making a difference to our communities, and achieving success that is mutual.

• A comprehensive Total Rewards Program including bonuses and competitive compensation
• Leaders who support your development through coaching and managing opportunities
• Opportunities to work with the best in the field
• Ability to make a difference and lasting impact
• Work in a dynamic, collaborative, progressive, and high-performing team
• A world-class training program in financial services

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