Who You’ll Work With:

AllianceBernstein is seeking a Strategic Relationship Manager to join the Strategic Relationship Group.  The Strategic Relationship Group is responsible for the research coverage, home office relationships, and developing the firm’s strategy for the U.S. Intermediary business.  The position will be primarily focused on AllianceBernstein’ s efforts to increase market share with Independent Broker Dealers, TAMPs, and Custodians. AllianceBernstein would prefer the Strategic Relationship Manager candidate be based in the New York area. 

The Strategic Relationship Manager will partner with a Relationship Associate to identify mutually beneficial alliances with both existing strategic partners as well as potential new affiliations.  This individual will be expected to act as owner/operator around resource expenditures.  This Strategic Relationship team will also work with a Research Relations partner to identify and prioritize research coverage opportunities and model allocations for an investment management firm responsible for $800 billion in AUM in a wide range of strategies and structures, including mutual funds, SMAs, ETFs, and alternative investments.  The professional will be responsible for the communication strategy for their focus firms with the divisional sales managers, field sales teams, internal sales teams, and senior leadership at AllianceBernstein.

What You’ll Do:

Specific responsibilities will include but not be limited to:

Understanding our firm’s mission and values as well as product offerings in the U.S.Retail market

Engaging in all aspects of client prospecting and servicing and ensuring accurate and timely completion of client requests

Developing strategic account plans aimed at strengthening relationships with partner firms and driving sales

Coordinating client due diligence and prospecting meetings, including preparation with senior portfolio managers and development of presentation books

Liaising with internal business units, including Field Sales, Marketing, Strategic Sales, Operations, and Product Development to communicate partner firm updates and initiatives

What We’re Looking For:

The ideal candidate should have:

A BS or BA; preferably with a background in economics, finance, or business administration

10+ years of industry experience

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Curious intellect and an ability to think as a business owner

Highly organized and detail oriented

Strong project management skills with the ability to see things through from beginning to completion

Ability to multi-task and manage to tight deadlines

Demonstrate initiative and the ability to work well under pressure 

Strong problem solving and analytical skills 

Ability to work independently and cooperatively in a team setting

Proficient in Microsoft office suite - Outlook, Word, OneNote, Excel and PowerPoint

Expertise in advanced Excel skills is a plus

Series 7 and 66 licenses required

Who We Are:  

We are a leading global investment management firm offering high-quality research and diversified investment services to institutional clients, retail investors, and private-wealth clients in major markets around the globe. With over 4,000 employees across 57 locations operating in 26 countries and jurisdictions, our ambition is simple: to be the most trusted investment firm in the world. We realize that it's our people who give us a competitive advantage and drive success in the market, and our goal is to create an inclusive culture that rewards hard work. 

Our culture of intellectual curiosity and collaboration creates an environment where you can thrive and do your best work. Whether you're producing thought-provoking research, identifying compelling investment opportunities, infusing new technologies into our business or providing thoughtful advice to our clients, we are fully invested in you. If you're ready to challenge your limits and empower your career, join us! 

People of color, women, and those who identify as LGBTQ people are encouraged to apply. AB does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, ancestry, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, citizenship status, sexual orientation, gender identity, military or veteran status or any other basis that is prohibited by applicable law.  AB’s policies, as well as practices, seek to ensure that employment opportunities are available to all employees and applicants, based solely on job-related criteria well as practices, seek to ensure that employment opportunities are available to all employees and applicants, based solely on job-related criteria