Client Relations Manager - National Accounts

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 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!
National Account & Client Support

You will support assigned National Account Managers with day‑to‑day coverage of home office and platform relationships. You will act as a reliable point of contact for client inquiries, coordinating timely responses across internal teams (Sales, Product, Legal, Compliance, Operations, Marketing). You will help manage client onboarding activities, including agreement review, compliance requirements, and operational readiness. You will maintain an organized pipeline of client deliverables (monthly, quarterly, annual, and ad hoc).
Business Development & Platform Execution

You will assist with platform placement initiatives by tracking product availability, due diligence status and shelf‑space opportunities. You will prepare client‑ready materials including presentations, business plans, activity reports, and product updates. You will support the execution of alternative investment launches, platform approvals, and distribution initiatives. You will help monitor and report on key business metrics such as pipeline activity, platform access, and upcoming opportunities.
Client Engagement & Events

You will coordinate and support client meetings, due diligence sessions, roadshows, and conferences. You will participate in client calls as appropriate, serving as an extension of the National Account Manager. You will draft proactive client communications related to product updates and firm initiatives.
Internal Collaboration & Knowledge Development

You will build strong working relationships across internal partners and affiliate investment managers. You will develop a working knowledge of Private Markets and alternative investment strategies, including their role in portfolio construction and the implications of limited liquidity. You will support process improvements and efficiency initiatives within National Accounts and Private Markets teams.
Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree required; Finance, Business, Economics, or related field preferred
2+ years of experience in asset management, wealth management, sales support, client service, or a related financial services role
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
FINRA registrations (Series 7 and 63)
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
High attention to detail and comfort working in a regulated environment
Proficiency with Microsoft Office (PowerPoint, Excel, Word)
Preferred Qualifications

Exposure to alternative investments or private markets (private equity, private credit, real estate, hedge funds)
Experience supporting sales, national accounts, or home office relationships
Interest in pursuing industry designations (e.g., CFA, CAIA, CIMA) over time
Demonstrated interest in business development, relationship management, or long‑term sales career paths
Work schedule & Location

This is a hybrid role based in St Petersburg, FL, Boston, Baltimore, or Stamford, combining in‑office collaboration with remote work flexibility. Franklin Templeton offers employees a competitive and valuable range of total rewards—monetary and non‑monetary—designed to support their well‑being and recognize their time, talents, and results. Along with base compensation, employees are eligible for an annual discretionary bonus, a 401(k) plan with a generous match, and recognition rewards. We also offer a comprehensive benefits package, which includes a range of competitive healthcare options, insurance, and disability benefits, employee stock investment program, learning resources, career development programs, reimbursement for certain education expenses, paid time off (vacation / holidays / sick / leave / parental & caregiving leave / bereavement / volunteering / floating holidays) and a motivational wellbeing program. We expect the annual salary for this position to range between $100,000 – $115,000, depending on location and level of relevant experience, plus discretionary bonus.
Benefits

Three weeks paid time off the first year
Medical, dental and vision insurance
401(k) Retirement Plan with 85% company match on your pre‑tax and/or Roth contributions, up to the IRS limits
Employee Stock Investment Program
Tuition Assistance Program
Purchase of company funds with no sales charge
Onsite fitness center and recreation center* (Only applicable at certain locations)
Onsite cafeteria*
Equal Opportunity Employer

Franklin Templeton is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees, and we evaluate qualified applicants without regard to ancestry, age, color, disability, genetic information, gender, gender identity, marital status, medical condition, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law. If you need an accommodation or adjustment to search for or apply for one of our positions, please send an email to accommodations@franklintempleton.com with the accommodation requested, job title, and job number. It may take up to three business days to receive a response.

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