Institutional Sales - Associate

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Institutional Sales Associate – Taiwan ROC PineBridge Investments, A MetLife Investment Management company. MetLife Investment Management (MIM) has successfully acquired PineBridge as of December 30, 2025. MetLife Investment Management and PineBridge Investments now have more to offer; broader reach, deeper insights and specialized capabilities – forming a top-tier global investment platform. Together, we have more than $700 billion in assets under management as of March 202 6 and aim to deliver consistent risk-adjusted returns. From multi-asset, equities, and fixed income to private credit and real estate, we offer specialized capabilities backed by a broader global reach and regionally grounded insights tailored to investor needs. What sets us apart isn’t just the breadth of our platform and capabilities — it’s how we partner. Across both firms, we share a strong investment culture that prioritizes partnership, transparency and accountability. We believe that our clients benefit from direct access to decision-makers and reinforced by a culture that views decisions through the client’s perspective. Join us and experience the excitement of working with the brightest minds in the industry, shaping the future of asset management. The role will be based in Taipei, Taiwan ROC with the expectation of a hybrid work model. PineBridge Investments is seeking a n Institutional Sales Associate Primary Responsibilities: Support the Taiwan Institutional Sales team in maintaining and developing relationships with existing and prospective institutional clients. Assist in identifying and researching new business opportunities within the institutional market. Prepare client presentations, RFP/RFI responses, marketing materials, meeting notes, and other client-related documentation. Coordinate client meetings, conference calls, roadshows, and investment review sessions with internal and external stakeholders. Liaise with portfolio managers, product specialists, and other investment professionals to gather information and support client communications. Maintain accurate and up-to-date client records, meeting logs, and business opportunities in CRM systems and client databases. Monitor market developments, industry trends, and competitor activities, and provide relevant insights to the sales team. Support onboarding, KYC/AML documentation, and internal compliance requirements for institutional clients. Assist in tracking sales activities, pipeline management, and periodic business reporting. Respond promptly and professionally to client inquiries and requests, escalating issues when appropriate. Participate in regional initiatives and cross-functional projects as assigned. Provide administrative and operational support to ensure efficient execution of institutional sales activities. Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Business Administration, or a related discipline. 1-3 years of relevant experience in institutional sales, client servicing, investment management, banking, securities, or financial services preferred. Qualified holder of Securities Investment Trust and Consulting Professional (投信投顧業務員) or Senior Securities Specialist (證券商高級業務員) or Securities Investment Analyst (證券投資分析師) Progress toward or possession of relevant industry licenses/certifications is a plus (e.g., Securities Investment Trust and Consulting Professional). Strong interest in financial markets and institutional asset management. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills in both Mandarin Chinese and English. Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines effectively. Detail-oriented with strong analytical and problem-solving abilities. Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, particularly PowerPoint, Excel, and Word. Self-motivated team player with a positive attitude and willingness to learn. Demonstrates professionalism, integrity, and accountability in dealing with clients and internal stakeholders. Familiarity with Bloomberg, Lipper, and Morningstar Direct is a plus Practical experience in applying AI solutions or tools in data analysis automation or research assistance is a plus. About PineBridge PineBridge is proud of our award-winning culture, which reflects our commitment to empowering employees and fostering a collaborative work environment. For six consecutive years (2020-2025), PineBridge has been named a ‘Best Place to Work in Money Management’ by Pensions & Investments , a leading industry designation which recognizes the best employers in the asset management industry by evaluating employer benefits, policies, and responses to an employee survey. In 2023, PineBridge received Hong Kong Institute for HR Management Elite awards for ‘Best Workplace’ and ‘Learning & Development’ and in 2024 we received Merit awards for ‘Talent Acquisition’ and ‘Employee Benefits.’ Alongside this, in 2023 and 2024 PineBridge was recognized as a finalist at the 100 Women in Finance’s APAC Industry Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Award. Our benefits: We offer a wide range of family friendly benefits including comprehensive healthcare, back-up childcare program to support working parents and flexible work arrangements so you can be there for the people you care about. We also provide a competitive retirement plan and tuition reimbursement. Furthermore, we have a robust list of professional development opportunities with the goal of engaging, retaining, and developing our talent. Our values : We value our clients, investment excellence, collaboration with our distributed team members, empowerment, and independence as we honor our heritage and our roots. PineBridge is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to fostering an inclusive workplace, providing opportunities for all qualified persons and maintaining an environment free from all forms of harassment and discrimination for its employees. PineBridge is dedicated to recruiting, hiring, training and promoting into all job levels the most qualified applicants without regard to actual or perceived age, race, creed, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, height, weight, sex, gender (including gender identity), disability, pregnancy, marital status, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, AIDS/HIV status, military status, alienage or citizenship status, genetic information, domestic violence victim status or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. At PineBridge, we strive to create an inclusive environment that attracts, retains, and develops the best global talent, leveraging the unique backgrounds, skills, and perspectives that all our people bring to work.