Bank Of America Analyst - Hedge Fund Origination & Product Management 

United States, New York, New York 

973459707

This role is responsible for providing analytic support for a specific set of products. May be responsible for performing routine research, planning and follow up. Competencies required include market analysis/research focus, in-depth knowledge of products and related experience.

Responsibilities:

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:• Responsible for originating best in class hedge fund offerings for Merrill and Private Bank clients; must anticipate needs of wealth management client base, understand industry trends and new product development, and utilize network of asset manager connections to find new offerings.
• Responsible for negotiating business terms, such as offering and price structures, exclusivity, capacity and protection rights for Merrill and Private Bank clients and drafting distribution agreement with asset managers.

• Support strategy lead through the fund launch process by coordinating across asset managers, CIO due diligence, platform, operational, and distribution teams.
• Secondary point of contact for third party asset managers, responsible for cultivating strong relationships and creating alignment between third party managers’ and Merrill’s goals.
• Secondary liaison between asset manager and internal teams, communicating important fund updates to clients, financial advisors and to internal teams.
• Assist in ad hoc projects related to fund launch, fund pipeline and current fund offerings.
• The successful candidate will be a well-rounded individual who possesses strong interpersonal and communication skills.

Required Qualifications:

• Highly organized and detail oriented with the ability to think and act strategically
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively at all levels within the organization
• Strong project and time management skills
• Ability to identify, prioritize and execute timely business priorities
• Enthusiastic about learning

Currently have FINRA exams - SIE & 7 & 66 (or equivalent licenses), or ability to receive within 120 days.

Desired Qualifications:

• 0-2 years in financial services industry; direct experience in alternative investments industry preferred

• Bachelor’s degree strongly preferred

1st shift (United States of America)