Product Specialist/Investor Relations-ASO/VP, Credit Investments Group

Credit Suisse is a global financial services company providing Private Banking & Wealth Management services, and Investment Banking services and expertise, to companies, institutions and high-net-worth clients. We are active in more than 50 countries and employ over 46,000 people.

The Credit Investments Group (CIG) within Alternative Investments for Credit Suisse Asset Management is looking for a Product Specialist/Client Portfolio Manager. CIG is an industry leader in managing leveraged loans, high yield bonds, and structured credit with over $37bn in AUM across these strategies. Products include commingled funds, separate accounts, and CLOs. The Product Specialist for CIG will support the Senior Product Specialist in positioning CIG’s non-investment grade credit portfolios with global clients. In addition, they will be responsible for researching competitive trends and driving strategic initiatives. The Product Specialist will ensure there is a clear and compelling marketing message for the core strategies including investment philosophy and process. In addition, they will need to work effectively with legal, tax, marketing, and other departments to support the business development efforts for the group.

* Serve as liaison between Portfolio Management Team, AM Distribution Team, and internal Credit Suisse channels to identify client opportunities, pre-qualify prospects, conduct initial meetings, coordinate follow-ups, and organize conferences and roadshows. * Understand regional competitor offerings and provide proactive feedback to senior team to provide competitive analysis. * Identify trends in marketplace and work with senior CIG management and product development to develop new strategies, structures and products. * Collect, organize, tabulate marketing/meeting data to present to senior CIG management, distribution team, and CS management team to ensure they have up to date feedback regarding product line-up. * Coordinate proactive investor communications on behalf of CIG. * Respond to on-going client inquiries and requests

* 5 to 10 years of experience in a sales, marketing, product specialist, or capital markets role within an asset management or investment banking organization, preferably with experience in non-investment grade credit. * Strong written and verbal communication skills including ability to succinctly explain complex ideas. * Knowledge of mutual funds and other investment products. * Ability to multi-task and thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment. * Ability to develop and maintain lasting relationships with senior professionals. * Outstanding organizational skills and ability to prioritize between high level projects.