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Institutional Client Account Manager based in Singapore supporting Western Asset Management's institutional clients across Southeast Asia. Acts as the main contact for client and internal inquiries and is responsible for preparing and delivering client reports, RFP submissions, onboarding/maintenance/closures, and briefing materials. Works cross-functionally with Business Development, Marketing, Product, Investments, Legal and Operations to ensure a seamless client experience and manages ad-hoc client projects.
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- Singapore
- Country
- Singapore
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Full Job Description
At Franklin Templeton, we’re advancing our industry forward by developing new and innovative ways to help our clients achieve their investment goals. Our dynamic and diversified firm spans asset management, wealth management, and fintech, offering many ways to help investors make progress toward their goals. Our talented teams working around the globe bring expertise that’s both broad and unique. From our welcoming, inclusive, and flexible culture to our global and diverse business, we provide opportunities to help you reach your potential while helping our clients reach theirs.
Come join us in delivering better outcomes for our clients around the world!
We are seeking an Institutional Client Account Manager to join our Institutional Client Service team in Western Asset Management Singapore. In this role, you will help us deliver exceptional service to our clients, while upholding the highest standards of ethics. You will partner closely with Business Development and Client Relationship Management teams to support and engage institutional clients across Southeast Asia.
Our team provides high‑quality service to institutional clients, helping them meet their investment objectives through timely support, insights, and coordinated delivery. You will work alongside colleagues in Business Development, Marketing, Product, Investments, Legal, and Operations to ensure seamless client experience. As part of a collaborative and globally connected department, you will benefit from cross‑functional exposure, ongoing learning, and opportunities for professional growth.
Western Asset Management (WAM) is a wholly owned subsidiary of Franklin Templeton. WAM is a global specialist firm of experienced fixed-income experts, operating as a single team with an open, integrated investment platform. Our collegial team culture is an advantage that makes the most of the combined experience and fixed-income acumen of our investment professionals throughout the world.
WAM utilizes our globally integrated operations platform to help preserve value and drive performance, and we leverage it as a catalyst for diversification and value creation.
Visit Global Asset Management | Western Asset to learn more who we are.
How You Will Add Value?
Act as the main contact for resolving client and internal inquiries.
Prepare and deliver client reports on a timely basis.
Create briefing materials for client and business development meetings.
Coordinate and finalize request‑for‑proposal submissions.
Support client account openings, maintenance and closures.
Prepare or review presentation materials.
Stay informed on products, strategies and markets to support client needs.
Contribute to firmwide and departmental initiatives that address client and team priorities.
Manage ad‑hoc client projects.
What Will Help You Be Successful in This Role?
Experience, Education & Certifications:
Minimum five years of experience in asset management or a related client‑service role
Candidates who demonstrate strong capability, attitude, and role fit are encouraged to apply.
Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance or Economics.
Progress toward the Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) designation or a Master of Business Administration (MBA) is an advantage.
Technical Skills:
Understanding of investment concepts, especially fixed income.
Familiarity with the asset management industry and institutional investors.
Strong analytical capabilities with advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office 365.
Experience with customer relationship management (CRM) systems or tools such as Bloomberg
Soft Skills:
Experience in delivering outstanding client service.
Strong communication and problem‑solving skills.
Ability to prioritize multiple tasks effectively.
High attention to detail and strong time management.
Ability to thrive in a collaborative team environment.
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By joining us, you will become part of a culture that focuses on employee well-being and provides multidimensional support for a positive and healthy lifestyle. We understand that benefits are at the core of employee well-being and may vary depending on individual needs. Whether you need support for maintaining your physical and mental health, saving for life’s adventures, taking care of your family members, or making a positive impact in your community, we aim to have them covered
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Franklin Templeton is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and existing employees, and we evaluate qualified applicants without regard to ancestry, age, color, disability, genetic information, gender, gender identity, or gender expression, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, and any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law, ordinance, or regulation.
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