Investment Director - Growth Equity Strategies
London, UK • Paris, France
Job Description
Posted Thursday, February 6, 2025 at 5:00 AM
Loomis Sayles is a performance-driven active asset management company that seeks to identify exceptional investment opportunities for institutional and retail clients worldwide. We believe active management, fueled by proprietary, best-in-class research, helps us achieve financial success for our clients. Founded in 1926, Loomis Sayles oversees approximately $390 billion in assets under management (as of 31 March 2025) for clients across more than 50 countries. We foster a culture of entrepreneurialism, where all employees are empowered and encouraged to develop themselves and their ideas. Our culture centers on our shared IDEALS: I NCLUSIVE & DIVERSE, D EDICATED TO TEAMWORK, E XCELLENT, A CCOUNTABLE, L EADERS, S OLUTIONS-ORIENTED.
Loomis Sayles is committed to continually improving our performance, processes, and people. As part of this commitment, we are seeking an enthusiastic and passionate candidate eager to contribute to our continued success. The role is outlined below:
About the Role
The in-field Growth Equity Strategies (GES) product manager will focus on business development in collaboration with Natixis wholesale/retail distribution BDUs in Europe for long-only strategies. The primary goal is to increase awareness of GES products and opportunities.
Job Responsibilities
1. Develop a deep understanding of the GES investment philosophy, process, alpha thesis, portfolio holdings, risk attributes, positioning, and performance analysis.
2. Act as a GES subject matter expert and representative for Natixis distribution teams, clients, and prospects.
3. Increase awareness and understanding of GES products through training and interaction with sales teams.
4. Represent GES in meetings with prospects and clients, at BDU team meetings, industry conferences, and organizations.
5. Collaborate with GES product management and regional BDU heads to develop business plans, including regional marketing and client retention strategies.
6. Coordinate with Natixis in-field portfolio specialists representing GES products.
7. Assist in prioritizing and organizing roadshows for the Boston-based GES product management team.
8. Monitor regional competitors and stay updated on market trends.
9. Support the development of marketing materials based on field intelligence to differentiate GES products.
10. Advise on regional pricing strategies and evolving product structures.
11. Gain a comprehensive understanding of Natixis distribution organization to facilitate business development planning.
Qualifications & Education Requirements
* 5-10 years of industry experience, including business development.
* CFA designation preferred.
* Domiciled in Western Europe.
EEOC and Diversity Statement
Loomis Sayles is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We encourage candidates to apply even if their experience does not fully match the job description, valuing creativity, tenacity, and humility. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate based on race, creed, color, gender, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability, or other protected classes.
Job Family: Product Management / Investment Director
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