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About Argent Capital: We foster an open, challenging environment where daily contributions to process improvement are expected and valued. Our focus on achieving collective goals through the hard work put forth by all members of the team is paramount to our culture, and our success as an organization.

Overview of Position: The Institutional Sales Associate will be charged with new business development responsibilities utilizing Argent’s proven sales process. The primary role will be prospecting, growing the pipeline, meeting with prospective clients, and qualifying opportunities for future business. The position involves an intense focus on sales and generating new leads. Exceptional communication skills, influencing and negotiation skills, self-motivation, tenacity, and follow through are integral to success. Equally important is the ability to collaborate and demonstrate team orientation while working closely with other key Argent team members and leadership

Primary Goals & Supporting Responsibilities:

Prospecting and generating unique leads.

• Actively meets with prospects, including self-generated leads and prospects currently in the Argent’s pipeline
• Actively adds viable prospects to the pipeline

Cultivating Relationships

• Establishes relationships with prospective clients and maintains positive working relationship with referral sources
• Entertains prospects and clients as appropriate
• Develops and maintains effective network in the St. Louis community and greater region

Tracking Leads

• Utilizes Argent’s process and technology platform to update team members and leadership about the status of the relationships with prospects
• Actively communicates intelligence to Argent team members and leadership to develop strategies for winning new clients

Market Research

• Stays attuned to the marketplace and industry changes

Preferred Qualifications:

• Educational Background
  • A minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, or a related field
•  Experience
  • 1+ years of experience in the field or a related area is preferred
  • It is preferred that the candidate will possess a general understanding of investment concepts and terminology, financial markets, and stocks
• Skills
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Word, and Excel is preferred.
  • Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, attention to detail, and problem solving skills.
  • Exceptional organization, prioritization, and time management skills.

To apply: Send resume and cover letter to [email protected]