German Speaking Wholesale Manager in Asset Management (Hybrid)

Salary : €75,000 – €110,000 gross p.a. + Variable Bonus (~€6k–€10k) & Corporate Car Budget (€1,100 / €1,250 for EVs) Location : Bad Homburg v. d. Höhe, Germany ( Hybrid / ~3 days on-site, 2 days home office per week ) Employment Type : Permanent / Full-time About the Role We are seeking a driven, commercially sharp Sales Manager for Wholesale & Third-Party Fund Business (m/f/d) to join FERI AG , a leading independent multi-asset manager in the German-speaking region managing over €65 billion in assets . Operating within our newly reorganized Fund Solutions unit , you will play a pivotal role in expanding our distribution network across Germany. This position requires a strong background in liquid asset classes and wholesale fund sales, targeting institutional distributors, Sparkassen, cooperative banks ( Genossenschaftsbanken ), private bankers, and independent financial advisors ( IFAs ). Key Responsibilities New Partner Acquisition : Proactively acquire new distribution partners and expand our footprint across the German banking and wholesale channel through targeted outreach and relationship-building. Relationship Management : Build, nurture, and maintain long-term client relationships, advising partners on FERI's proprietary fund solutions and liquid investment strategies with expert consultative care. Sales Collateral & Presentations : Create, refine, and deliver compelling pitch decks, client proposals, and marketing collateral using MS PowerPoint to clearly articulate investment value. Cross-Functional Collaboration : Coordinate closely with Product Development, Portfolio Management, and Marketing to align client feedback with evolving product strategy. Market Intelligence : Monitor macroeconomic developments, capital market trends, and competitor activities to continuously optimize our regional sales approaches. Pipeline Management : Maintain clean and accurate data within CRM systems , producing regular sales reports and rigorous pipeline forecasts. Candidate Profile & Requirements Must-Haves: Experience : 3 to 8 years of relevant professional sales experience in banking, asset management, or wealth management, with a proven track record in liquid asset classes and wholesale fund sales. Education : Completed banking apprenticeship ( Bankausbildung , preferably at a Sparkasse or Genossenschaftsbank) OR a university degree in economics, finance, or a related field. Market Knowledge : Deep understanding of capital markets, investment products (equities, bonds, mutual funds, ETFs ), and institutional banking processes. Language Skills : Fluent, negotiation-level German (C1) for client-facing engagements, and good professional English (B2) . Mobility & Presence : Readiness for regular nationwide travel to visit clients and willingness to work on-site at our Bad Homburg headquarters approx. 3 days per week . Sales Drive : High new-business resilience, strong persuasion skills, and a collaborative team-oriented mindset rather than a "lone wolf" approach. Nice-to-Haves: An established, active professional network within Sparkassen, Genossenschaftsbanken, or private banking channels across Germany. Prior hands-on experience in third-party fund distribution ( Drittfondsgeschäft ). Working Environment & Location Policy Primary Hub : FERI's modern headquarters in Bad Homburg v. d. Höhe (with occasional presence possible at regional offices in Hamburg, Hanover, Munich, or Düsseldorf). Hybrid Model : Structured around 3 days on-site and 2 days working remotely per week, combined with regular nationwide business travel. Compensation & Benefits Base Salary : Competitive fixed remuneration ranging from €75,000 to €110,000 gross p.a. (commensurate with experience). Variable Incentives : Annual performance-based bonus ( ~€6,000 – €10,000 ). Mobility Allowance : Generous corporate car budget ( €1,100 / €1,250 for Electric Vehicles ) supporting travel needs. Work-Life Balance : Trust-based flexible working hours, health management programs, and athletic offerings. Additional Perks : Kindergarten cost subsidies, Deutschlandticket , corporate bike leasing, and monthly shopping card top-ups.