Structured Notes Product Specialist - Midwest

CAIS is the pioneer in democratizing access to and education about alternative investments for independent financial advisors, empowering them to engage and transact with leading asset managers on a massive scale through a wide variety of alternative investment products and technology solutions. CAIS provides financial advisors with a broad selection of alternative investment strategies, including hedge funds, private equity, private credit, real estate, digital assets, and structured notes. CAIS also delivers industry-leading technology, operational efficiency, and world-class client service throughout the pre-trade, trade, and post-trade experience. CAIS supports over 50,000 advisors who oversee more than $6 trillion in network assets. 

We are seeking an experienced sales professional to join the Structured Notes team based in the Midwest Region. This high-impact position will play an instrumental role in expanding relationships with RIAs, Independent Broker-Dealers, and Bank & Trusts clients. Qualified applicants will have a minimum of five years of experience in the financial services industry specializing in Structured Notes and capacity to understand a diverse range of technical investment products. Working alongside their designated team, this person will be responsible for generating new business, maintaining existing relationships, and educating financial advisors about Structured Notes to help them build and manage their structured product business. Top candidates will have excellent attention to detail and organization skills, as well as a great client service attitude and entrepreneurial spirit.

Responsibilities

• Initiate and execute new client relationships alongside the team in an assigned region

• Develop and execute a business plan to generate new structured notes business in the independent wealth management channel

• Develop new leads and originate calls / in-person meetings

• Market structured solutions offerings to prospects and clients

• Develop customized solutions for clients to address their investment objectives

• Service existing client relationships and fulfill any request for assistance or information

• Liaise with internal teams to ensure client needs are met in a timely fashion

• Collaborate with the senior sales professionals for client meetings and growing the coverage client-base

• Develop expertise on all CAIS products, business activities and infrastructure

• Special projects and additional responsibilities to be determined based on capacity, skill, and interest

Qualifications

• A minimum of 5+ years of experience in the financial services industry

• Bachelor’s degree in business, economics, finance, or a related discipline

• Strong background in fixed income, equity derivatives, and structured notes

• Experience in wholesaling structured products, ETFs, mutual funds, or other financial products

• Impeccable written and verbal communication skills

• Excellent client service aptitude and attitude

• High level of personal integrity and ability to consistently deliver high quality work product

• Experience coordinating multiple competing priorities in a fast-paced and changing environment

• Advanced working knowledge of Microsoft Office, specifically Excel

• Client Relationship Manager system experience, specifically Salesforce

• Series 7, 63

CAIS is consistently recognized as a Best Place to Work, and our culture is at the heart of our success. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where employees can be their most authentic selves and feel inspired and supported to bring their voice forward to drive community, growth, and innovation. We are an equal opportunity employer, and do not discriminate on the basis of any protected attribute, including race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital or veteran status, pregnancy or disability, or any other basis protected under applicable law. Learn more about our culture, benefits, and people at https://www.caisgroup.com/our-company/careers.

CAIS’ compensation package includes a market competitive salary, a performance bonus, and exceptional benefits. For candidates located in Chicago, Illinois, the base salary range for this role is $135,000 - $200,000. Actual compensation offered will be influenced by a variety of factors including but not limited to qualifications, experience, and location.

CAIS offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes generously subsidized healthcare with 100% employer paid dental and vision insurance, an employer matched retirement plan, wellness programs, and generous PTO and parental leave. Additionally, CAIS offers a flexible, hybrid in-office model; for most roles, we do require a minimum of 3 days in office per week. For more information on our benefits and career opportunities, please visit our website: https://www.caisgroup.com/our-company/careers.