
Institutional Sales – Hong Kong / Singapore
Xapo Bank
full-time
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Location Type: Remote
Location: Hong Kong
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About the role
- The Institutional Sales person will be responsible for driving business growth through the acquisition of high-quality leads.
- This includes High-Net-Worth (HNW) individuals seeking Personal Accounts and Institutional clients interested in Institutional Accounts.
- A key responsibility will be to seamlessly transition qualified leads to the Account Management team for efficient onboarding.
- This role requires someone who is open and available to travel, whether it's attending regional events to represent Xapo or meeting clients in person to strengthen relationships.
- The primary objective is to expand Xapo's client base while consistently prioritizing an exceptional customer experience.
- Identify and cultivate new business opportunities through various channels, including networking, referrals, industry events, and strategic outreach in the Hong Kong and Singapore markets.
- Qualify leads to ensure alignment with the company's target client profiles (e.g., HNW individuals, institutional clients).
- Introduce qualified leads to the relevant internal teams (e.g., Account Management) for a seamless onboarding process.
- Act as the primary point of contact during the initial stages of the client journey, ensuring a positive first impression.
- Proactively engage with clients to understand their needs, challenges, and goals.
- Be an expert in the products Xapo offers, providing product demonstrations to prospects and customers.
- Work alongside the team to draw up strategies to increase the customer base.
- Stay informed about industry trends, competitor activities, and market conditions in Hong Kong and Singapore.
- Provide regular reports on lead generation, client acquisition, and other key performance indicators.
- Represent Xapo at regional events, conferences, and industry gatherings.
- Perform tasks in accordance with all regulatory and compliance requirements.
Requirements
- Fluency in English is essential; proficiency in Mandarin and/or Cantonese is a valuable asset.
- A minimum of 5 years of customer-facing experience in the banking sector, specifically within private banking, private wealth management, investment banking, or commercial banking in Hong Kong or Singapore.
- Demonstrable professional or personal exposure to cryptocurrency markets, indicating a strong understanding and interest in digital assets.
- A proven track record in originating leads and effectively managing existing client relationships within the financial services industry.
- Confidence and expertise in conducting both in-person and online meetings with clients, as well as adeptly handling inquiries from prospects at industry events.
- A consistent history of achieving key performance indicators (KPIs) and targets related to client conversion.
- A robust professional network within the regional financial services sector in Hong Kong and/or Singapore.
- A solid understanding of traditional fiat payment rails and stablecoins.
Benefits
- Health insurance
- 401(k) matching
- Flexible work hours
- Paid time off
- Remote work options
- Learning and development budget
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
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Hard skills
lead generationclient acquisitioncustomer experienceproduct demonstrationsKPI achievementfinancial servicescryptocurrency marketsfiat payment railsstablecoinsnetworking
Soft skills
communicationrelationship buildingclient engagementstrategic outreachteam collaborationproblem-solvingadaptabilityconfidencepresentation skillscustomer service