Sales Manager – Americas Trading Solutions

FactSet; Norwalk (CT); Hybrid; USD 175,000 - 215,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, life, and disability insurance

Retirement savings plans

Employee stock purchase program

Paid time off for holidays

Career progression planning

Flexible work accommodations

Volunteerism opportunities

Job summary

FactSet is seeking a Sales Leader based in Norwalk, CT. The role focuses on developing and executing a data-driven sales strategy, exceeding revenue targets, and fostering strong client relationships. The ideal candidate has over 10 years of experience in the trading industry, with proven success in sales leadership.

This position offers a hybrid working environment, competitive salary of $175,000 - $215,000, and benefits that support well-being and career growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in the trading industry.
• Proven track record of meeting or exceeding revenue targets.
• Prior experience in sales leadership roles.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a comprehensive, data-driven sales plan.
• Own and be accountable for achieving revenue targets.
• Provide coaching, mentorship, and performance management.

Skills

Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills

Excellent communication and presentation skills

Strategic thinking

Demonstrated leadership ability

Highly collaborative

Intellectual curiosity

Proficiency with CRM tools (e.g., Salesforce)

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Economics, Business, Computer Science, or a related field

Tools

Salesforce

Job description

FactSet creates flexible, open data and software solutions for over 200,000 investment professionals worldwide, providing instant access to financial data and analytics that investors use to make crucial decisions. At FactSet, our values are the foundation of everything we do. They express how we act and operate, serve as a compass in our decision‑making, and play a big role in how we treat each other, our clients, and our communities. We believe that the best ideas can come from anyone, anywhere, at any time, and that curiosity is the key to anticipating our clients’ needs and exceeding their expectations.

What You’ll Do

Sales Leadership & Strategy

• Develop and execute a comprehensive, data‑driven sales plan tailored to both key client types (buy‑side and sell‑side) and the specific workflows they rely on, including order management, execution management, pre‑ and post‑trade analytics, and compliance
• Own and be accountable for achieving and exceeding regional revenue targets, including new business, renewals, and upsell/cross‑sell opportunities
• Act as a true player/coach — leading by example by managing your own pipeline and deals while simultaneously mentoring, motivating, and developing the broader sales team
• Define territory strategies, account prioritization, and go‑to‑market approaches that maximize growth opportunities across the Americas

Client & Prospect Engagement

• Leverage an established network of industry relationships to open doors, generate pipeline, and accelerate deal cycles
• Foster long‑term, consultative relationships with key clients and strategic prospects at all levels, including C‑suite, trading desk heads, portfolio managers, and technology officers
• Serve as a trusted advisor to clients by deeply understanding their trading workflows and business challenges, and mapping FactSet solutions to their needs
• Represent FactSet at industry conferences, client events, and forums to strengthen brand visibility and expand the company’s network across the Americas

Team Development

• Provide hands‑on coaching, mentorship, and performance management to a team of sales professionals
• Collaborate with sales leadership to set team goals, track progress, and implement best practices that drive consistent performance
• Foster a high‑performance, collaborative, and client‑centric team culture

Product & Market Intelligence

• Act as a key voice of the market by providing actionable guidance to the product team on where to focus development efforts, based on client feedback, competitive intelligence, and evolving industry trends
• Partner closely with product management, product marketing, and client solutions to ensure that FactSet’s trading solutions roadmap aligns with real‑world client needs and market opportunities
• Stay ahead of industry developments, regulatory changes, and competitive dynamics to inform both sales strategy and product positioning

What We’re Looking For

Experience & Background

• 10+ years of experience in the trading industry, with a strong understanding of buy‑side and/or sell‑side trading workflows, technology ecosystems, and market structure
• Bachelor’s degree in Economics, Business, Computer Science, or a related field or equivalent experience
• Proven track record of meeting or exceeding revenue targets in a complex, solutions‑based sales environment
• Prior experience in sales leadership, team lead, or player/coach capacity is strongly preferred
• Experience selling financial technology, data, or analytics solutions is highly desirable
• Deep and well‑established network of contacts across the Americas trading community, including hedge funds, asset managers, broker‑dealers, and other institutional participants

Skills & Competencies

• Strong interpersonal and relationship‑building skills are a natural connector who earns trust quickly and maintains it over the long term
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to articulate complex solutions clearly to both technical and non‑technical audiences
• Strategic thinker with the ability to build and execute a structured sales plan while remaining adaptable in a fast‑moving market
• Demonstrated leadership ability with a passion for developing talent and building high‑performing teams
• Highly collaborative, with experience working cross‑functionally across sales, product, marketing, and client services
• Intellectual curiosity and a willingness to learn quickly — comfortable developing deep expertise in FactSet’s trading solutions and staying current as the product evolves
• Proficiency with CRM tools (e.g., Salesforce) and sales pipeline management

Job location: New York, NY and Norwalk, CT

Working Environment

Hybrid

For U.S. locations, must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship, now or at any time in the future.

What’s In It For You

• The opportunity to join an S&P 500 company with over 45 years of sustainable growth powered by the entrepreneurial spirit of a start‑up.
• Support for your total well‑being. This includes health, life, and disability insurance, as well as retirement savings plans and a discounted employee stock purchase program, plus paid time off for holidays, family leave, and company‑wide wellness days.
• Flexible work accommodations. We value work/life harmony and offer our employees a range of accommodations to help them achieve success both at work and in their personal lives.
• A global community dedicated to volunteerism and sustainability, where collaboration is always encouraged, and individuality drives solutions.
• Career progression planning with dedicated time each month for learning and development.
• Business Resource Groups open to all employees that serve as a catalyst for connection, growth, and belonging.

Salary is just one component of our compensation package and is based on several factors including but not limited to education, work experience, and certifications.

The budgeted amount range for this position in New York City and Connecticut is $175,000 -$215,000.

At FactSet, we celebrate difference of thought, experience, and perspective. Qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. FactSet participates in E-Verify.