Account Manager - Corporate Clients

S&P Global Inc.; Greater London, City Of London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global data provider is seeking a dynamic Account Manager to join their Commercial team. This role focuses on managing relationships with corporate clients outside the financial sector, driving engagement with their solutions, and identifying new growth opportunities. The ideal candidate will have over three years of account management experience and excellent communication skills. Join us and contribute towards innovative data solutions in a collaborative work environment.

Benefits

Health & Wellness benefits

Generous time off

Access to career development resources

Competitive compensation

Qualifications

• 3+ years of Account management experience.
• Strong team player with a collaborative mindset.
• Proven ability to build relationships and influence senior stakeholders.
• Excellent communication and presentation abilities.
• Familiarity with data platforms or SaaS solutions is a strong advantage.

Responsibilities

• Build and deepen strategic relationships with corporate clients.
• Ensure products are effectively embedded in client operations.
• Proactively identify client challenges and recommend solutions.
• Work closely with internal teams for client support.
• Develop and execute strategic account plans.

Skills

Account management experience

Team collaboration

Communication

Commercial acumen

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

Data platforms

Analytics tools

Job description

We are looking for a dynamic and client-focused Account Manager to join our Commercial team, dedicated to managing and growing relationships with corporate clients outside of the financial services sector (Corporates, Professional Services, Governments and Academia). This role plays a key part in retaining existing business, ensuring high engagement and utilization of S&P Global solutions, identifying growth opportunities within accounts, and aligning client needs with our expanding portfolio of data, analytics, and workflow tools.

Responsibilities

• Client Relationship Management: Build and deepen strategic relationships with key stakeholders across assigned corporate accounts, establishing yourself as a trusted partner and the main point of contact for S&P Global.
• Solution Utilization & Adoption: Understanding client workflows and ensuring products are effectively embedded in day-to-day operations will drive high usage and engagement of existing solutions.
• Opportunity Diagnosis & Expansion: Proactively identify client challenges and evolving needs, using a consultative approach to recommend relevant S&P Global solutions that add value and drive revenue growth.
• Cross-functional Collaboration: Work closely with internal teams (Product, Solutions Specialists, Marketing, etc.) to bring the best of S&P Global to the client, including custom demos, training, and strategic planning sessions.
• Market & Product Intelligence: Stay current on industry trends, corporate use cases, and the full suite of S&P Global Market Intelligence solutions. Understand how our offerings can support client objectives across sustainability, supply chain, credit risk, and more.
• Account Planning & Reporting: Develop and execute strategic account plans to support retention and growth, maintain accurate forecasting, and report regularly on account health, risk, and opportunity pipelines.

At S&P Global, we are committed to fostering a connected and engaged workplace where all individuals have access to opportunities based on their skills, experience, and contributions. Our hiring practices emphasize fairness, transparency, and merit, 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.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of Account management experience.
• Strong team player with a collaborative mindset, committed to supporting colleagues and sharing knowledge and experience.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience required, advanced degree a plus.
• 3+ years of experience in account management, business development, or customer success—preferably with corporate clients in non-financial sectors.
• Proven ability to build relationships, influence senior stakeholders, and manage complex accounts.
• Strong commercial acumen and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and presentation abilities.
• Familiarity with data platforms, analytics tools, or SaaS solutions is a strong advantage.
• English language for day-to-day utilization in communication with colleagues and clients. Additional European languages like German, French, Spanish or Italian are a plus.

Our People

We’re more than 35,000 strong worldwide‑so we’re 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. We’re committed to a more equitable future and to helping our customers find new, sustainable ways of doing business. Join us and help create the critical insights that truly make a difference. Our values: Integrity, Discovery, Partnership.

What We Offer

• Access to world‑class data, technology, and insights.
• A collaborative and intellectually stimulating environment.
• Opportunities for continuous learning and career development.
• Competitive compensation and benefits.

Benefits

• 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 company‑matched student loan contribution, and financial wellness programs.
• Family Friendly Perks: It’s not just about you. S&P Global has perks for your partners and little ones, too, with some best‑in‑class benefits for families.
• Beyond the Basics: From retail discounts to referral incentive awards—small perks can make a big difference.