Asst Dir-Account Manager

Moody's Corporation; City of Westminster; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Moody's Corporation is seeking a results-driven sales professional to drive revenue for complex data and software solutions in the UK & Ireland. You will manage the full sales cycle from prospecting to closure, building strategic relationships with senior executives and cross-functional teams.

You will present high-level information and detailed product demonstrations, while leveraging Moody's deep market insights to shape client solutions.

Qualifications

• Fluency in English is required.
• Experience selling data and/or software solutions.
• Ability to present high-level information as well as detailed demos of products and services.
• Proven ability to manage an accurate pipeline from lead to close.
• Skilled at establishing relationships with senior executives inside and outside Moody's.
• Willingness to travel for client engagement.

Responsibilities

• Drive the sales process for complex data/software products in the entity data space.
• Identify prospects, qualify leads, and own the sales cycle to closure in assigned territories.
• Collaborate with Solution Specialists to deliver targeted client demos and proposals.
• Represent Moody's as a trusted partner with market, product, and technical insights.
• Deliver accurate forecasts and contribute to regional growth initiatives.

Skills

Data sales

Software sales

Pipeline management

Relationship building

Executive presentations

English fluency

AI concepts

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

At Moody's, we unite the brightest minds to turn today's risks into tomorrow's opportunities. We do this by striving to create an inclusive environment where everyone feels welcome to be who they are with the freedom to exchange ideas, think innovatively, and listen to each other and customers in meaningful ways. Moody's is transforming how the world sees risk. As a global leader in ratings and integrated risk assessment, we're advancing AI to move from insight to action enabling intelligence that not only understands complexity but responds to it. We decode risk to unlock opportunity, helping our clients navigate uncertainty with clarity, speed, and confidence. We are seeking candidates who model our values: invest in every relationship, lead with curiosity, champion diverse perspectives, turn inputs into actions, and uphold
trust through integrity. Skills and Competencies To be considered for this role, fluency in English is required Must have experience selling data and/or software solutions Ability to present high-level information as well as detailed demonstrations of products & services Validated ability of accurate pipeline management from initial lead to close Skilled in establishing, developing, and maintaining key relationships within accounts, including senior executives, both internally and externally Must be fluent in English Position requires some travel Basic understanding of artificial intelligence concepts, with curiosity and enthusiasm for learning how AI tools can be used to improve processes and drive efficiency. Interest in exploring AI systems and a willingness to develop awareness of responsible AI practices, including risk management and ethical use. Education Undergraduate/first-level degree (e.g., Bachelor's degree) required Responsibilities This role is responsible for working with
a wide range of internal and external stakeholders to drive the sales process for a set of complex products in the entity data space. Build on sales strategies to meet or exceed annual sales goals and targets that align with the company's vision and objectives Drive the sales process from beginning to end by identifying and qualifying prospects, and taking ownership of sales cycles to closure in assigned territories Partner with Solution Specialists to develop clear, concise proposals and deliver targeted client demos that address client needs Ensure clients see Moody's as a trusted partner' through informative and client-specific advice using market, product and technical expertise Identify cross-sell opportunities from across all Moody's businesses that clients may benefit from and introduce them into dialogue with clients Lead the preparation and circulation of market insights to create awareness of Moody's expertise internally and externally Represent as an external
spokesperson for the organization Provide accurate, complete and current forecasts and pipeline information to management Pinpoint specific growth opportunities with senior management and take the lead in being responsible for the execution and results of the plan Identify opportunities, analyse risk/reward trade-offs. Build business cases and participate in negotiations Collaborate with local country Sales Development Reps and Relationship Managers to encourage positive activity across the region Deliver presentations and demonstrations of the Moody's range of software solutions to our prospect / existing clients and support team in doing the same Interact with clients and contacts at executive level to diagnose challenges and recommend solutions About the Team Focusing on Financial Services, the role covers Moody's established and growing KYC, Compliance, Master Data Management and Sales and Marketing offerings. The role will involve working with existing customers to
maximise revenue growth across UK & Ireland. It is a team selling environment and would be a good fit for those that enjoy collaborating with multiple parts of the business to be successful. This is one of Moody's most exciting and fastest growing segments so would be an ideal position for anyone with a data/software sales background as well as an understanding of the market. Moody's is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity or any other characteristic protected by law. Candidates for Moody's Corporation may be asked to disclose securities holdings pursuant to Moody's Policy for Securities Trading and the requirements of the position. Employment is contingent upon compliance with the Policy, including remediation of positions in those holdings as necessary.