Account Director Sustainability German Speaking Preferred

S&P Global Germany; Frankfurt; Vor Ort; EUR 70.000 - 110.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

An established industry player seeks a dynamic Account Director for Sustainability to deepen client relationships and expand market coverage. This pivotal role involves engaging with financial institutions and corporates, driving revenue growth through strategic partnerships, and delivering comprehensive sustainability solutions. The ideal candidate thrives in dynamic environments, possesses exceptional communication skills, and has a strong background in solution selling. Join a forward-thinking team committed to making a positive societal impact and helping clients transition to a sustainable low-carbon economy.

Leistungen

Health Care Coverage

Generous Time Off

Continuous Learning Resources

Retirement Planning

Family Friendly Perks

Retail Discounts

Qualifikationen

• Experience in sustainability and SaaS enterprise sales.
• Proven track record with corporates and financial institutions.

Aufgaben

• Drive commercial success of sustainability offerings.
• Collaborate with marketing and business leaders.

Kenntnisse

Sustainability

Account Management

Solution Selling

Negotiation Skills

Customer Service

Communication Skills

Ausbildung

Bachelor's Degree

Master's Degree

Tools

Salesforce

LinkedIn Sales Navigator

Jobbeschreibung

The Role : Account Director Sustainability (German Speaking Preferred)

The Team : The Account Director Sustainability plays a critical role in both deepening our sustainability relationships with existing clients and expanding our market coverage. Specifically the Account Director coverage team is focused on understanding holistically the sustainability needs of clients across Financial Institution and Corporate segments and coordinating across all S&P Divisions to deliver a coherent suite of solutions to support their sustainability ambitions. In addition this team proactively engages with a range of market participants to expand our visibility across these sectors focusing on intermediaries and influencers to Financial Institution and Corporate clients for our suite of solutions. This individual will be responsible for defining and delivering on the strategy for a defined territory and existing book of business.

The Impact : In this role reporting to the Europe Lead for Account Directors you will have the opportunity to work on global multistakeholder deals engaging with a diverse range of companies within a defined territory. Notably you will proactively seek out new relationships with stakeholders across all relevant departments within financial institutions and corporates to transform the interactions that S&P Global has with the industry on sustainability. You will thrive in dynamic environments that require an ability to navigate complex client relationships as well as complex internal organizational structures.

What you stand to Gain : S&P Global provides industry leading solutions for sustainability energy transition and climate change analysis. The team aims to create powerful positive societal change and help the world transition to a more sustainable low carbon economy. You are a selfstarter with a desire to see the business grow and generate strong revenue growth.

Responsibilities :

• This role will work in partnership with the marketing and business line leaders to establish clear customeroriented value propositions for the entire suite of sustainability solutions targeting our clients.
• This role will collaborate with essential stakeholders within Sustainable1 including Client Engagement Sales Marketing and Market Insights to develop a comprehensive territory plan aimed at achieving commercial success.
• You will engage closely with colleagues from other divisions who share mutual clients and aligned commercial goals such as the Market Intelligence Sales and Account Management Teams as well as the Commodity Insights Energy Transition Sales and Account Management Teams.
• You will be accountable for driving the commercial success of S&Ps sustainability offerings in the defined territory which encompasses territory planning relationship development and managing the entire account management cycle with support from other Sustainable1 colleagues while fostering collaboration across the organization.
• Assume a longterm integrated perspective while also driving attainment of monthly and quarterly revenue results including shortterm results revenue forecasts.
• Identify opportunities to drive top line / revenue growth of the business by leveraging existing products and integrating customer feedback and intelligence from the market. Strong focus on crosssell opportunities with other commercial leads.
• Accountable for improving the individual customer experience and achievement of retention targets.
• Stay wellconnected with customers and the market to ensure that broad market needs are being incorporated into product development.
• Take a leadership approach to communicating our sustainability value proposition and market leadership to the industry customers and potential partners. Actively participate in industry conferences and events engage with influencers and thought leaders and act as an S&P Global brand ambassador.
• Grow a defined book of business consisting of existing accounts.
• Manage multiple complex projects simultaneously.

What Were Looking For :

• Must speak English fluently in addition fluent in other languages such as German a distinct advantage.
• Must be able to understand and clearly communicate the company vision and the revenue strategy across all relevant functions and ensure the right goals are defined and met.
• Experience in Sustainability and / or SaaS enterprise sales or account management with a focus on solution selling and large ticket deals.
• Proven track record of retaining business successfully within Corporates and Financial Institutions.
• Understanding of how to collect and leverage customer market and competitive intelligence.
• Exceptional communication skills and experience working within a global matrix environment.
• Ability to translate diverse customer needs into product and service requirements and the leadership to create and execute the account support strategy to capitalize on these opportunities.
• Wellbalanced strategic and operational mindset. Strong discipline around longterm planning as well as nearterm pipeline tools and reporting.
• Ability to make difficult decisions and set priorities based on imperfect information.
• Strong technical experience with Salesforce LinkedIn Sales Navigator and other commercial tools.
• Strong negotiation skills to close strategic deals.
• Willingness to approach every problem as an entrepreneur with grit creativity and persistence.
• Exceptional presentation storytelling and interpersonal skills with an Executive audience.
• Excellent collaboration skills and the ability to manage multiple stakeholders.

Right to Work Requirements : This role is limited to persons with indefinite right to work in Germany United Kingdom or The Netherlands.

About Sustainable 1

S&P Globals centralized source for sustainability intelligence Sustainable1 offers comprehensive coverage of global markets combined with sustainability products insights and solutions from across our divisions to help customers assess risks uncover opportunities and inform longterm sustainable growth. Companies governments and institutions worldwide look to us for indepth data and wellinformed points of view on critical topics like energy transition climate resilience positive impact and sustainable finance. The breadth and depth of our knowledge and experience go deep on the details that define the big picture so customers can act with conviction.

For more information visit In It For You

Our Purpose :

Progress is not a selfstarter. It requires a catalyst to be set in motion. Information imagination people technologythe right combination can unlock possibility and change the world.

Our world is in transition and getting more complex by the day. We push past expected observations and seek out new levels of understanding so that we can help companies governments and individuals make an impact on tomorrow. At S&P Global we transform data into Essential Intelligence pinpointing risks and opening possibilities. We Accelerate Progress.

Our People :

Were more than 35000 strong worldwideso were able to understand nuances while having a broad perspective. Our team is driven by curiosity and a shared belief that Essential Intelligence can help build a more prosperous future for us all.

From finding new ways to measure sustainability to analyzing energy transition across the supply chain to building workflow solutions that make it easy to tap into insight and apply it. We are changing the way people see things and empowering them to make an impact on the world we live in. Were committed to a more equitable future and to helping our customers find new sustainable ways of doing business. Were constantly seeking new solutions that have progress in mind. Join us and help create the critical insights that truly make a difference.

Our Values :

Integrity Discovery Partnership

At S&P Global we focus on Powering Global Markets. Throughout our history the worlds leading organizations have relied on us for the Essential Intelligence they need to make confident decisions about the road ahead. We start with a foundation of integrity in all we do bring a spirit of discovery to our work and collaborate in close partnership with each other and our customers to achieve shared goals.

Benefits :

We take care of you so you cantake care of business. We care about our people. Thats why we provide everything youand your careerneed to thrive at S&P Global.

Our benefits include :

Health & Wellness : Health care coverage designed for the mind and body.

Flexible Downtime : Generous time off helps keep you energized for your time on.

Continuous Learning : Access a wealth of resources to grow your career and learn valuable new skills.

Invest in Your Future : Secure your financial future through competitive pay retirement planning a continuing education program with a companymatched student loan contribution and financial wellness programs.

Family Friendly Perks : Its not just about you. S&P Global has perks for your partners and little ones too with some bestin class benefits for families.

Beyond the Basics : From retail discounts to referral incentive awardssmall perks can make a big difference.

For more information on benefits by country visit : https : / / spgbenefits / benefitsummaries

Inclusive Hiring and Opportunity at S&P Global :

At S&P Global we are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where all individuals have access to opportunities based on their skills experience and contributions. Our hiring practices emphasize fairness transparency and equal opportunity ensuring that we attract and retain top talent. By valuing different perspectives and promoting a culture of respect and collaboration we drive innovation and power global markets.

S&P Global has a Securities Disclosure and Trading Policy (the Policy) that seeks to mitigate conflicts of interest by monitoring and placing restrictions on personal securities holding and trading. The Policy is designed to promote compliance with global regulations. In some Divisions pursuant to the Policys requirements candidates at S&P Global may be asked to disclose securities holdings. Some roles may include a trading prohibition and remediation of positions when there is an effective or potential conflict of interest. Employment at S&P Global is contingent upon compliance with the Policy.

Equal Opportunity Employer

S&P Global is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race / ethnicity color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin age disability marital status military veteran status unemployment status or any other status protected by law. Only electronic job submissions will be considered for employment.

If you need an accommodation during the application process due to a disability please send an email to : and your request will be forwarded to the appropriate person.

US Candidates Only : The EEO is the Law Poster discrimination protections under federal law. Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision Officials or Managers (EEO2 Job CategoriesUnited States of America) SLSGRP103.2 Middle Management Tier II (EEO Job Group)

Required Experience :

Director

Key Skills

Abinitio,Customer Service,Business Solutions,Cost Estimation,Drafting,Activex

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1

Account Director Sustainability German Speaking Preferred • Frankfurt, Hesse, Germany