David Miles
About David Miles
David Miles serves as the Vice President Business Development Director for Financial Institutions at Eaton Vance, where he has worked since 2015. He has extensive experience in investment management, having held various roles at notable firms including MFS Investment Management and Legal & General Investment Management.
Current Role at Eaton Vance
David Miles serves as the Vice President Business Development Director for Financial Institutions at Eaton Vance. He has held this position since 2015, contributing to the firm's growth in the financial services sector. His responsibilities include identifying new product development opportunities and focusing on sales growth for the UCITS Fund range and Separate Account opportunities. In 2017, he expanded his role to include sales efforts in Switzerland, enhancing Eaton Vance's reach in the European market. He also coordinates with marketing colleagues on events and public relations initiatives.
Previous Experience in Financial Services
Prior to his current role, David Miles accumulated extensive experience in the financial services industry. He worked at Legal & General Investment Management as a Senior Investment Sales Manager from 2004 to 2015. Before that, he served as Vice President - Regional Sales Manager at MFS Investment Management from 2001 to 2004. His career began at Schroders, where he was an Investor Services Executive from 1996 to 1999. This diverse background has equipped him with a comprehensive understanding of sales and client management within financial institutions.
Educational Background
David Miles studied at Royal Holloway, University of London, where he earned a degree in Ancient History from 1992 to 1995. He also attended Wimbledon College from 1987 to 1992. In addition to his undergraduate studies, he has been pursuing further education at Cranfield University - Cranfield School of Management since 2014, focusing on Key Account Management Best Practice. This combination of education has provided him with a solid foundation for his career in business development.
Focus on Sales Growth and Client Management
In his role at Eaton Vance, David Miles emphasizes delivering sales growth for the firm's UCITS Fund range and Separate Account opportunities. He collaborates closely with the Eaton Vance Global Relationship Management team to support efforts directed at Global Financial Institutions. His strategic focus on client management and product development is integral to the firm's business development initiatives.