Investec is a distinctive Specialist Bank serving clients principally in the UK and South Africa. Our culture gives us our edge: we work hard to find colleagues who'll think out of the ordinary and we put them in environments where they'll flourish. We combine a flat structure with a focus on internal mobility. If you can bring an entrepreneurial spirit and a desire to learn and collaborate to your work, this could be the boost your career deserves.

Embedded in our culture is a sense of belonging and inclusion. This creates an environment in which everyone is free to be themselves which helps to drive innovation, creativity and ultimately business performance. At Investec we want everyone to find it easy to be themselves, and to feel they belong. It's a responsibility we all share and is integral to our purpose and values as an organisation.

Research shows that some candidates can be reluctant to apply to a role unless they meet all the criteria. We pride ourselves on our entrepreneurial spirit here and welcome you to do the same – if the role excites you, please don't let our person specification hold you back. Get in touch!

Team Description

Investec is a specialist banking and wealth management group with a global reach and an excellent reputation in our core markets. Recognised as the best performing bank in the UK and South Africa our principal markets (The Banker, Top 1000 World Banks, 2021) and locally as the Number 1 Corporate FX Provider in Ireland (Global Finance Awards, 2019 – 2021).

Investec Europe is a solutions driven, client focused provider of Treasury risk management services to the domestic Irish market, with a long established track record and strong client base.

Investec Europe now seeks to consolidate its position as Number 1 Corporate FX Provider in the Irish market by expanding its franchise in the Munster region alongside the rollout of our new online FX, Risk management and payments platform, iX.

Description of role and key responsibilities

• Identify prospective clients and generate new business opportunities for Investec Europe
• Source and develop a portfolio of clients across a variety of industries
• Develop Sales channels and build brand recognition within the region through a wide range of activity including business networking, organising sponsorship events, attendance at exhibitions, develop speaking opportunities , telephone solicitation and clients meetings
• Clearly articulate to prospective clients how Investec can add value to their business using a consultative and solutions based approach understanding the client's needs and fully explaining our value proposition
• Meet agreed targets and KPI's
• Maintain an extensive knowledge of Treasury products and IX system functionality
• Ensure all internal processes – onboarding and credit- are followed and maintain an outstanding customer experience
• Ensure high standards of professionalism and adhere to all regulatory and compliance requirements

Core skills and knowledge

• Strong academic background with third level degree and/or QFA qualification
• Experience in a financial services sales role
• Proven sales, networking and business development skills and expertise
• Strong client relationship management skills and a track record of delivering for the client
• Excellent verbal, written communication, presentation and interpersonal skills
• Proficient in the usage of Outlook and CRM systems
• Good Attention to detail
• Target driven and self-motivated with high levels of self-discipline and drive with the desire to make the role their own
• A team player with experience of working in a team orientated environment
• Full Driving licence

Any other attributes that would be helpful, but not essential for the role.

• A good knowledge of corporate credit and ability to navigate corporate structures is desirable
• Understanding of payments and payment platforms
• Interest in Foreign exchange markets
• Strong Mathematical skills