Sales Support Associate - Business Development

BlueOrchard is a leading global impact investment manager with a long-standing track record of delivering financial returns alongside measurable social and environmental outcomes. Established in 2001 as part of a United Nations initiative, the firm has been a pioneer in impact investing, with a particular focus on emerging and frontier markets. 

With more than two decades of experience, global reach and deep local expertise, BlueOrchard offers a broad range of impact investment strategies designed to meet the needs of institutional, private, and public investors. These solutions provide access to high-growth markets while supporting job creation and sustainable economic development. The firm has invested billions of dollars across more than 100 countries, benefiting millions of underserved micro-, small- and mid-sized enterprises. 

As part of Schroders, a global asset manager with a heritage spanning over 200 years, BlueOrchard combines specialist impact investing capabilities with institutional-grade infrastructure and governance. 

Become part of this unique success story and join our fast-growing company in Zurich, Switzerland as

Sales Support Associate - Business Development

As part of the business development team, you will work closely with the Global Head of Business Development and Senior Sales Professionals to support BlueOrchard’s growth strategy.

Key tasks and responsibilities

• Managing pre- and after- sale information flows;
• Create, enhance, and maintain sales material;
• Work close and support the international team in their markets analyzing new potential clients and assessing potential new inroads;
• Provide input for events and marketing and product positioning;
• Plan and organize roadshows and coordinate new sales collateral and distribution.

Required skills and knowledge

• 3-5 years experience in a client facing marketing – sales / sales support role in the investment management industry (exposure to impact investing appreciated);
• Bachelor or Master’s degree, preferably in business administration, economics or finance, CFA or CAIA is a plus;
• Event planning and organization experience, ability to manage and coordinate multiple tasks;
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications;
• Superior communication and presentation skills in both English and German. French would be considered a plus;
• Experience with CRM systems / Salesforce is a big plus.

Your personal profile

• Self-starter with strong work ethics and positive energy;
• Proactive, result-driven, flexible with “hands-on” approach;
• Entrepreneurial attitude.

What we offer

• Work in a global and fast-growing company with a true commitment to financial inclusion and climate change;
• An entrepreneurial culture, offering multiple opportunities for learning and development;
• A dynamic and multicultural team spread around the globe;
• Attractive compensation and exciting career opportunities.

Application deadline: 12 July 2026

Desired start date: ASAP

Please apply in ENGLISH, including CV and cover letter via www.blueorchard.com/about-us/careers/

Kindly note that only online applications received through our Careers - BlueOrchard will be taken under consideration.

By applying to this position you agree to the terms as described in the Schroders-Job-Application-Notice.pdf  (blueorchard.com) and confirm that you have read and understood the legal provisions contained therein.