Director, Sales (Agency & Trust Corporate Debt / Specialized Agency Sales)

CITI; New York (NY); On-site; USD 170,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Sales Director to lead their Agency & Trust Corporate Debt team. This pivotal role involves developing strategies to enhance client engagement and drive revenue growth across various market segments. With a focus on building trusted relationships and leveraging existing networks, the ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in sales planning and execution. The company offers a dynamic work environment, competitive compensation, and comprehensive benefits, making it an exciting opportunity for those looking to make a significant impact in the financial services sector.

Benefits

Medical, dental & vision coverage

401(k)

Life, accident, and disability insurance

Wellness programs

Paid time off packages

Planned time off (vacation)

Unplanned time off (sick leave)

Paid holidays

Qualifications

• 15+ years of industry experience in sales and client management.
• Comprehensive knowledge of Issuer Services products and Corporate Finance.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Agency & Trust Corporate Debt / Specialized Agency Sales Team.
• Develop and execute business development coverage model.

Skills

Consultative sales/client management

Leadership skills

Analytical skills

Strategic thinking

Communication skills

Time management

Education

Bachelor's Degree

MBA or equivalent

Job description

Business Overview:

The Issuer Services business delivers bespoke capital market transaction services to a wide variety of clients including banks, corporations, and governments, across Debt, Corporate Finance, Structured Finance and Depositary Receipts markets. The Agency & Trust team, within Issuer Services, delivers specific transaction services in connection with Corporate Debt, Restructuring, Structured Finance, M&A, Project Finance and Loans.

Responsibilities:

Senior Sales Director for Agency & Trust Corporate Debt / Specialized Agency Sales Team, with individual coverage and team coordinator/leadership responsibilities

Develop and execute Corporate Debt / Specialized Agency client and business development coverage model, including team resource alignment/coordination

Continuous effort to responsibly and sustainably expand depth and breadth of services across team and individual coverage portfolio

Coverage execution across product/market segments and distribution channels to significantly grow revenues

Work with business management partners to establish a clear marketing plan with defined revenue, client growth and market penetration goals; execution of sales plan for assigned team/individual coverage

Prospect, source and sponsor new business generation for assigned individual and team coverage and targets

Work with NA A&T Sales Head to develop and execute strategy for growing Corporate Debt / Specialized Agency A&T business

Engage and manage significant sales opportunities, campaigns, RFPs and pitches

Liaise with clients, market participants, and internal partners (Sales, Product, Transaction Relationship Management, Operations & Technology) to understand evolving client needs and market conditions; discuss existing capabilities and support Citi product development efforts in order to maximize related revenues

Work with Sales and Product Management partners to originate thought leadership materials; participate in relevant market and industry forums

Support market management-oriented activities, such as wallet sizing of product and markets, distribution channel management, and marketing collateral/activities

Facilitate/support periodic competitor analyses, and participate in senior business strategies as required

Build and develop relationships with external clients and key internal / external business partners (notably Citi Banking Capital Markets and Advisory, Securities Services, Trade & Treasury Services, the Citi Commercial Bank and Global Wealth Management)

Ability to leverage existing contacts network and prospect Citi offerings/solutions

Forge trusted relationships with internal partners, to leverage Citi's franchise, and source relevant buying and selling opportunities for assigned coverage portfolio

Build a culture of responsible finance, good governance and supervision, expense discipline and ethics

Appropriately assess risk/reward of transactions when making business decisions, demonstrating proper consideration for the firm's reputation.

Adhere to Citi's Code of Conduct

Appropriately assess risk when business decisions are made, demonstrating particular consideration for the firm's reputation and safeguarding Citigroup, its clients and assets, by driving compliance with applicable laws, rules and regulations, adhering to Policy, applying sound ethical judgment regarding personal behaviour, conduct and business practices, and escalating, managing and reporting control issues with transparency.

Qualifications:

15+ years industry experience

Comprehensive knowledge of:

- Issuer Services products/services

- Corporate Finance, M&A and Capital Markets participants and buying behaviours

- DCM and M&A transaction lifecycle

- Distribution Channel characteristics

Demonstrated experience of working directly with clients and stakeholders across all levels (C-suite and below)

Proven track record in sales planning/execution at individual and team levels

Strong leadership/collaboration skills team, business, and bankwide partners/stakeholders

Skills / Competencies:

Consultative sales/client management acumen

Excellent leadership and organisational skills

Technical product and business development expertise

Excellent analytical and strategic thinking skills

Proven inter-personal/communication skills

Demonstrated success at commercializing and distributing Agency & Trust products; focus on Corporate Debt and Specialized Agency offerings

Excellent team building skills

Good prioritization and time management skills

Outstanding presentation and creative writing skills to formulate and deliver compelling internal and external materials

Education:

Degree(s): Bachelor's Degree, MBA or equivalent

This job description provides a high-level review of the types of work performed. Other job-related duties may be assigned as required.

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Job Family Group:

Institutional Sales

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Job Family:

Institutional Product Sales

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Time Type:

Full time

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Primary Location:

New York New York United States

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Primary Location Full Time Salary Range:

$170,000.00 - $300,000.00

In addition to salary, Citi's offerings may also include, for eligible employees, discretionary and formulaic incentive and retention awards. Citi offers competitive employee benefits, including: medical, dental & vision coverage; 401(k); life, accident, and disability insurance; and wellness programs. Citi also offers paid time off packages, including planned time off (vacation), unplanned time off (sick leave), and paid holidays. For additional information regarding Citi employee benefits, please visit citibenefits.com. Available offerings may vary by jurisdiction, job level, and date of hire.

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Anticipated Posting Close Date:

Mar 12, 2025

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