Account Executive (Houston, TX)

Sphere; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Sphere, a dynamic energy commodities platform, is seeking a relationship-driven Account Executive in the US to build new business growth across trading and broking firms. You will work with initiative while collaborating closely with a small US-based team to uncover opportunities and close deals.

The ideal candidate has commercial experience selling software, excellent communication skills, and a strong degree with the ability to learn a complex product in fast-paced energy markets.

Qualifications

• Commercial experience selling a software product.
• Strong communicator, verbally and in person.
• Proven ability to learn complex products and markets.
• Comfortable working autonomously in a small US team.

Responsibilities

• Build new business growth across trading and broking firms through consultative selling.
• Collaborate closely with a small US-based team to open up opportunities and drive revenue.

Skills

Commercial sales experience

Strong communicator

Autonomy

Learning aptitude

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

ABOUT US

We operate in the dynamic world of energy commodities trading, where information and speed are crucial for success. However, data in these markets is often fragmented and opaque, leaving participants with incomplete and poor-quality information….

Here at Sphere (www.onsphere.com), we aim to bring order to this chaos by leveraging our innovative voice and AI technologies, as well as our patented Liquidity Lake, which consolidates all actionable liquidity onto one screen. Enhanced by AI insights and quantitative analytics, our platform is designed to support even the most skilled traders; See more. Win more.

THE OPPORTUNITY

As our commercial momentum is really starting to build in the US, we’re now seeking a relationship-driven Account Executive to help us build our new business growth across trading and broking firms.

We’re seeking someone who is at their core is a highly motivated self-starter who takes initiative while is a natural in collaborating closely with a small team of colleagues to open-up new opportunities.

The role will really suit someone who while they may be early in their Sales career, is still able to combine initiative with empathy, thrives on building trust, and takes pride in driving meaningful commercial impact through consultative selling.

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR IN YOU

• While we’re not seeking a track record of sales measured in years, we do want someone who has commercial experience in successfully selling a software product previously


• In facing off to the financial markets, you will need to be a really strong communicator, verbally and in person who can combine enthusiasm with resilience


• We’re looking for someone with a strong degree, as you will need to have a proven ability to learn – as you will be working with a complex product in complex markets!


• As a small team in the US, you will need to be genuinely comfortable with real autonomy

WHY JOIN SPHERE

• Innovative Impact: We are fundamentally transforming the commodities trading landscape. By joining Sphere, you will work with cutting-edge technologies and collaborate with some of the largest commodity trading firms globally.


• Career Growth: Experience exponential growth and be part of an organization where your contributions are visible and impactful.


• Professional Development: Gain access to continuous learning opportunities and professional development programs tailored to your career growth.


• Flexible Work Environment: Enjoy a flexible working environment that promotes a healthy work-life balance.


• Company Culture: Be part of a supportive and innovative company culture that values diversity, inclusivity, and teamwork.

OUR COMMITMENT

We know that great candidates don't always meet every requirement listed above. If you're excited about this opportunity and believe you could make a positive impact here at Sphere, we'd encourage you to apply.

At Sphere, we're committed to building an inclusive workplace where different perspectives, backgrounds and experiences are valued. We believe that diverse teams make better decisions, build better products and create better outcomes for our customers, and we welcome applications from everyone who shares our ambition to build something exceptional.