Sales Director, Financial Services

Freddie Mac; New York (NY); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading market research and consumer intelligence company seeks a sales professional with at least 7+ years of experience in the buy-side investment community. The role involves prospecting, managing sales pipelines, and contributing to product development through market intelligence. With a strong focus on flexibility and professional growth, the position offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

Comprehensive healthcare plan

Flexible working environment

Generous paid time off

Access to professional development resources

Qualifications

• Minimum 7+ years experience selling data-driven research/products/services.
• Strong understanding of financial markets and technology.
• Outstanding verbal, written, and presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Reach out to prospects via calls and emails to market products.
• Manage a pipeline from initial conversation to closing sales.
• Gather market intelligence for new product development.

Skills

Communication

Negotiation

Sales

Market Research

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, or Marketing

Tools

Microsoft PowerPoint

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Job description

Employer Industry: Market Research and Consumer Intelligence

Why consider this job opportunity:
- Salary up to $150,000
- Opportunity for sales-based incentives or performance-based bonuses
- Comprehensive healthcare plan including medical, dental, and vision
- Flexible working environment with a focus on work-life balance
- Generous paid time off program, including 11 paid holidays and volunteer time off
- Access to professional development resources such as LinkedIn Learning

What to Expect (Job Responsibilities):
- Systematically reach out to prospects via calls and emails to market the employer's products
- Manage a pipeline of new business from initial conversation to closing sales
- Gather market intelligence to support new product development based on client needs
- Provide internal reports to management as necessary
- Participate in ongoing training and developmental programs

What is Required (Qualifications):
- Minimum of 7+ years of experience selling data-driven research/products/services to the buy-side investment community
- Bachelor's degree required, preferably in Finance, Economics, or Marketing
- Strong understanding of financial markets and technology, with knowledge of investment research products
- Outstanding verbal, written, and presentation skills for effective communication
- Proficiency in Microsoft PowerPoint, Excel, and Word

How to Stand Out (Preferred Qualifications):
- Demonstrated entrepreneurial spirit and ambition in previous roles
- Proven ability to maintain a high level of activity to achieve aggressive sales goals
- Strong negotiation and listening skills to foster client relationships
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while maintaining focus and determination
- Creative and resourceful mindset with a strong work ethic

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