Autonomous US Credit Salesperson

SGS Société Générale de Surveillance SA; New York (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading global financial services research provider as an Institutional Credit Salesperson in New York. This exciting role involves launching a new US Financials Credit product and building relationships with institutional clients across North America. You will leverage your extensive sales experience and understanding of financial markets to drive revenue and enhance client investment processes. This is a unique opportunity to be part of a dynamic team within a respected firm known for its high-quality research and commitment to excellence. If you are passionate about research and looking to build a long-term career in investing, this role is for you.

Benefits

401(k) plan with company match

Medical/Dental/Vision coverage

Fertility benefits

Wellness benefits

Student loan assistance

Commuting benefits

Qualifications

• 6-8 years of professional sales experience in financial services or banking.
• Proven track record of exceptional sales ability and relationship-building skills.

Responsibilities

• Build and manage client relationships for US Financials Credit product.
• Develop comprehensive sales strategies using research and marketing events.

Skills

Sales Experience in Fixed Income

Relationship Building

Understanding of Financial Markets

Organizational Skills

Communication Skills

Job description

Responsibilities

We are seeking an Institutional Credit Salesperson to join our Autonomous US sales team in New York. Autonomous is a leading global financial services research provider, with over 35 publishing analysts covering nearly 300 financial sector companies worldwide.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a team launching a new product within an established senior team. Autonomous is introducing a US Financials Credit product, and we are looking for a senior salesperson to market this product to institutional clients across North America. Your responsibilities will include building the client base by identifying, qualifying, and opening new account relationships, and managing these relationships on an ongoing basis.

To succeed, you should have a thorough understanding of our investment research and analyst recommendations to build credibility and add value to our clients’ investment processes. This role requires extensive study, a keen understanding of market context, and the ability to interpret our research for clients. As the main contact for the US credit research product, you will own the overall client relationship and develop comprehensive sales strategies using research, conferences, and marketing events to drive revenue.

If you have a passion for research and are interested in building a long-term career in investing, Bernstein and Autonomous offer a compelling environment.

The role includes an annual discretionary bonus and a competitive benefits package, including a 401(k) plan with company match, Medical/Dental/Vision coverage, and additional benefits for fertility, wellness, student loans, and commuting.

Profile Required

Ideal candidates should have:

• 6-8 years of professional sales experience in fixed income, including roles in financial services, technology, management consulting, investor relations, or banking.
• A proven track record of exceptional sales ability and relationship-building skills to drive revenue.
• Extensive experience in building and maintaining relationships at senior levels within client organizations.
• Strong understanding of financial markets and a drive to excel.
• Excellent organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills, both written and verbal, with attention to detail.
• A strong work ethic and ability to work independently.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in sales at a sell-side firm is preferred.

Why Join Us

Business Insight

Bernstein is recognized as a premier global equity research and brokerage firm, with trading platforms across the US, Europe, and Asia. Our research and trading capabilities are highly regarded by leading investment managers worldwide. Our research consistently receives top rankings for quality and industry knowledge.

Research is our legacy. Our brand is built on our Blackbooks, known for in-depth quantitative forecasts and industry expertise. Our analysts are thought leaders with extensive industry experience, committed to high-quality disciplined investment and analysis.

In 2019, Bernstein acquired Autonomous Research, a global independent research firm, strengthening our position as a top provider of high-quality research worldwide.

Effective April 1, 2024, Bernstein became a joint venture between AllianceBernstein and Societe Generale, expanding our global cash equities and equity research business, offering clients unparalleled liquidity access and integrated services leveraging both firms’ capabilities.