Schroders Wealth - Team Head, Wealth Management

Who we're looking for

This role has the following principal responsibilities:

• Lead a Team in expanding the client base and AUM, and exploring new products that are suitable for client needs

• Promote and build a unique branding of the Schroders Wealth Management business whilst ensuring a high level of client service

• Sourcing and on-boarding of new clients 

• Understand needs, objectives and risk profile of clients 

• Advise clients on investment ideas/opportunities and other wealth management services and ensure investment suitability and timely execution 

• Regular review of investment portfolios and risk profiles with clients 

• Strict observance of risk and compliance/cross-border/AML issues and regulations 

• Ensure that we achieve excellence in our clients’ experience, building lasting relationships based on high standards of service and quality advice 

About us
Schroders is a global investment manager which provides active asset management, wealth management and investment solutions. We aim to provide excellent investment performance to clients through active management. We serve a diverse client base that includes pension schemes, insurance companies, sovereign wealth funds, endowments, foundations, high net worth individuals, family offices, as well as end clients through partnerships with distributors, financial advisers, and online platforms.

Established in 1804, we have around 5,500 people across 36 global locations. Schroders' success can be attributed to its diversified business model, spanning different asset classes, client types and geographies.
 

What you'll do

• Manage a team of Relationship Managers and Relationship Management Assistants and recruiting and training new staff

• Regular reviews with RMs to develop and expand the client base and AUM 

• Build-up, maintain and expand a network of clients, introducing them to the Schroders company and Wealth Management platform

• Ensure thorough due-diligence, including KYC and SOW at client on-boarding and also throughout the client relationship

• Provide exceptional advice, service and appropriate recommendations to clients with focus on understanding their needs, objectives and risk tolerance. 

• Develop personalized wealth management solutions and investment ideas

• Enable the client to make informed financial decisions by providing clear, relevant and timely information

• Ensure a fair dealing of the customer

• Regular and timely submission of progress reports, incl. existing business and prospect pipeline. 

• Constant and timely filing of call reports, following meetings/conversations with clients.

• Communicate and work hand-in-hand with investment and treasury department, giving input for generating new investment/product ideas

• Attend regulatory and in-house training session and pass regulatory licencing requirement tests

• Back-up and assist other team members, while on leave or out stationed

• Source and assist in organizing small-scale marketing events (Investment forums, social gatherings, sports events)

• Follow-up on referral business

• Observe and follow regulatory as well as the bank’s policies and procedures, guided by the Advisory Handbook, cross-border rules, AML guidelines, Addendum to Schroders WM Credit Risk Policy, Credit Procedure and other risk/compliance related procedures; diligent and prompt reporting of irregularities/red flags to line manager/compliance officer/respective head of department

• Keep updated on latest developments on capital markets and the industry

• Represent the Schroders brand and values in the market

The knowledge, experience and qualifications you need

Experience and qualifications

• Minimum 15 years’ relevant experience in wealth management, investment advisory and/or relationship management (HNW/UHNW).
• Recognised university degree.
• Relevant regulatory licences and certifications applicable to Singapore wealth management advisory (e.g., CMFAS modules and any other required local credentials); CACS desirable where relevant.
• Proven track record of client acquisition, retention and revenue generation.
• CFA charterholder is an advantage.

Knowledge and skills

• Strong understanding of capital markets and investment products (e.g., funds, equities, fixed income, structured products, alternatives) and portfolio construction principles.
• Deep appreciation of suitability, fair dealing, cross-border considerations, and AML/CFT requirements in a regulated environment.
• Excellent relationship management, consultative selling and stakeholder management skills.
• Strong communication and presentation skills; able to translate market views into client-relevant advice.
• High discipline in documentation, follow-through, and operating within governance frameworks.
• Proactive, client-centric, collaborative, and commercially astute.

We recognise potential, whoever you are
Our purpose is to deliver excellent investment performance to clients through active management. We believe diverse perspectives and an inclusive culture help us make better decisions and achieve better outcomes for our clients. That's why inclusion is a strategic priority for us, and we are an equal opportunities employer. You are welcome here, regardless of your age, disability, gender identity, religious beliefs, sexual orientation, socio-economic background, or any other protected characteristic.
We will consider flexible working arrangements for all roles and provide reasonable accommodations to support applicants and employees, including those with neurodiversity, disability, or physical and mental health needs. For more information, please visit our FAQs.