Data & Analytics Sales Leader

Persistent Systems; Hyderabad; On-site; INR 4,000,000 - 7,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Persistent is seeking a Data & Analytics Sales Leader in Hyderabad with 16–20 years of experience to grow the Data Analytics services line revenue in Banking, Financial Services & Insurance. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to shape propositions and drive strategic accounts, while leading client relationships at CXO level.

The role requires a strong consultative selling approach, exceptional communication skills, and willingness to travel up to 50%.

Qualifications

• Expertise in Data Analytics ecosystem and services.
• Experience delivering Data Analytics engagements in financial services.
• Strong understanding of banking/financial services industry.

Responsibilities

• Partner with Banking/Financial Services & Insurance sales teams to grow accounts.
• Collaborate with Presales, solutions, delivery and other practices to shape propositions and estimates.
• Develop and execute Sales strategy and GTM to grow Data Analytics services revenue.

Skills

Data analytics

CXO relationships

Sales strategy

Go-to-market

Pre-sales collaboration

Negotiation

Executive communication

Travel up to 50%

Job description

We are seeking for Data & Analytics Sales Leader with hands in data analytics, data Strategy & Governance including MDM, Data Engineering, Data Sciences & AI ML, Business Intelligence Analytics, various Data platforms including Cloud and Gen AI.

• Experience: 16 to 20 years
• Job Type: Full-Time Employment

What You’ll Do:

• Partner with our Banking, Financial Services & Insurance vertical sales teams to grow accounts and position Data Analytics services to clients.
• Collaborate with Presales, solutions, delivery, and other practice teams in conceptualizing the Data Analytics solutions, building proposition & estimates.
• Develop and execute the Sales strategy and GTM, to grow the Data Analytics services line revenue in Banking, Financial Services & Insurance vertical
• Manage on account revenue growth, margin and CSAT scores
• Manage Data Analytics customer relationships with key accounts
• Evangelization Persistent Data Analytics service line internally & externally

Expertise You’ll Bring:

• Expertise and proven experience in Data Analytics ecosystem
• Experience delivering Data Analytics engagements in financial services industry
• Understanding of banking financial services industry
• Experience in managing & expanding CXO/senior level client relationships
• Ability to collaborate and operate in team selling environment to drive results
• Strong consultative sales approach and negotiation skills
• Proven skill to build relationships by offering recommendations through formal sales presentations, written proposals, and negotiating
• Excellent written and oral communication skills; articulate and persuasive presence and speaking experience
• Demonstrates good problem solving and analytical skills
• Experience with pre-sales and similar role in a service organization is desired
• Willingness to travel up to 50%
• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Culture focused on talent development with quarterly growth opportunities and company-sponsored higher education and certifications
• Opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies
• Employee engagement initiatives such as project parties, flexible work hours, and Long Service awards
• Insurance coverage: group term life, personal accident, and Mediclaim hospitalization for self, spouse, two children, and parents

Values-Driven, People-Centric & Inclusive Work Environment:

Persistent is dedicated to fostering diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We invite applications from all qualified individuals, including those with disabilities, and regardless of gender or gender preference. We welcome diverse candidates from all backgrounds.

• We support hybrid work and flexible hours to fit diverse lifestyles.
• Our office is accessibility-friendly, with ergonomic setups and assistive technologies to support employees with physical disabilities.
• If you are a person with disabilities and have specific requirements, please inform us during the application process or at any time during your employment

Persistent is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind.