Business Development Associate

Join First Sentier Group’s ANZ Distribution team as a Business Development Associate, supporting our Institutional Business Development and Relationship Management teams across Australia and New Zealand. This is a fast-paced, relationship-focused role where you'll support the sales lifecycle through CRM management, reporting, client materials, and coordination of key client interactions. You'll also be part of a collaborative, high-performing national team with exposure to a broad range of stakeholders, products, and business initiatives. **About the role** First Sentier Group is seeking a Business Development Associate (BDA) to join our ANZ Distribution team, supporting our Institutional Business Development and Relationship Management teams across Australia and New Zealand. This is a great opportunity for someone commercially minded who enjoys working at pace and building strong relationships. In this role, you’ll support the full sales lifecycle, including CRM and pipeline management, reporting and insights, meeting coordination, and preparation of client materials, while also supporting institutional clients and investment consultants. You’ll be part of a collaborative, high-performing national BDA team, with broad exposure across products, stakeholders, and the wider business. Reporting to the Head of Institutional Business, your day-to-day will include: - Build strong relationships with BDMs, Institutional Relationship Managers, clients, and consultants - Support sales and retention activities, including campaigns, pipeline tracking, and growth targets - Deliver proactive client outreach and manage meeting coordination, briefings, and follow-ups - Coordinate portfolio manager travel, roadshows, and associated materials - Maintain accurate CRM records, reporting, and client engagement tracking - Manage institutional events, communications, and marketing campaigns - Identify sales opportunities and provide insights through data analysis and market intelligence - Support client queries, data requests, and broader Distribution team activities - Attend industry events and represent FSG at all times **About you** **Your experience & skills** - Tertiary qualification (Commerce/Business/Economics/Accounting preferred) with 3 years’ experience in financial services - Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships across all levels - Solid understanding of funds management, investment structures, and the Australian institutional landscape - Strong analytical skills with experience using data, reporting, and CRM tools - Proactive, self-motivated, and able to identify client needs and respond effectively - Highly organised with strong attention to detail - Interest in FSG’s investment capabilities and a willingness to build knowledge **Our commitment to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DE&I)** We value the different experience, ideas and perspectives that our people bring to the work they do. We are committed to fostering an inclusive and equitable culture where diversity can thrive. We believe this leads to better outcomes for our people and our clients, and it’s the right thing to do. We provide equal employment opportunities to applicants regardless of race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, age, family status, or any other category protected by law. **If you require any adjustments throughout the recruitment process or as part of the role, please let us know so we can support you.** **#FSG** #LI-SF1 ### About the Team | *At First Sentier Group, we believe it is our responsibility to help clients achieve the financial freedom they desire, unlocking a world of possibilities. We pride ourselves on our client-centric approach, ensuring we are all working towards achieving our clients' goals and enhancing their possibilities for the future, while continually striving for better.* *We’re a place where talented people come to make a lasting impact. If yo…