Senior Enterprise Account Executive - Financial Services - NYC

SAS; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 165,000 - 202,000; Full time

Job summary

SAS in New York City is seeking a Senior Enterprise Account Executive in Financial Services to manage and grow SAS' footprint with global Banks and financial accounts. The role is hybrid and based in the NYC area.

You will lead software and services sales, collaborate with pre‑sales, develop account plans, craft proposals, and drive deals through complex cycles with independence and teamwork. Travel up to 30% is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional experience in related field.
• Minimum of eight years of software/SaaS sales experience.
• Experience selling into large global Banks and Financial Services accounts.
• Hunter mentality with a track record of selling complex tech solutions.

Responsibilities

• Sell software, solutions, and services to current and prospective customers within assigned territory.
• Prospect within accounts to uncover business needs and qualify opportunities.
• Develop territory and account plans, forecast timelines, and advance opportunities through the sales cycle.
• Collaborate with pre‑sales, virtual sales teams, and executives to respond to high‑revenue leads and develop accounts.
• Prepare quotations, proposals, and contracts, coordinating cross-functionally to finalize agreements.

Skills

SaaS sales

Enterprise software

Financial services domain

Territory management

Sales cycle management

Travel up to 30%

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, CS, Economics, or related field

Job description

Senior Enterprise Account Executive – Financial Services – New York City

Location: Hybrid | Must be based in the New York City area

We’re a leader in data and AI. Through our software and services, we inspire customers around the world to transform data into intelligence – and questions into answers.

If you’re looking for a dynamic, fulfilling career with flexibility and world-class employee experience, you’ll find it here. We’re recognized around the world for our inclusive, meaningful culture and innovative technologies by organizations like Fast Company, Forbes, Newsweek and more.

About The Job

As a Senior Enterprise Account Executive in the Financial Services Sales Division, you will be managing and growing SAS' footprint with global iconic Banks and other Financial Services accounts.

This is a high profile role with great accounts and an exceptional team!

As a Senior Enterprise Account Executive, You Will

• Sell software, solutions, and services to current and prospective customers by leveraging sales opportunities to acquire, grow, and retain accounts within your assigned territory.
• Prospect within assigned accounts to uncover business needs, qualify opportunities, and determine resources required for success.
• Implement territory and account management strategies, identifying high‑potential accounts, advancing opportunities through the sales cycle, and forecasting timelines to close business.
• Collaborate with pre‑sales resources, virtual sales teams, account managers, and executives to ensure timely responses to qualified, high‑revenue leads and strategic account development.
• Prepare quotations, proposals, and contracts, working cross‑functionally to finalize agreements and set delivery schedules.
• Embrace curiosity, passion, authenticity and accountability. These are our values and influence everything we do.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Computer Science, Economics, or a related field (or equivalent professional experience of related education), training and experience may be considered in place of the above qualifications.
• Requires a minimum of eight years of software/SaaS sales experience.
• Must have previous experience selling software or technical solutions into large global Banks and other Financial Services accounts.
• Looking for a hunter, who has a successful track record of selling complex technical solutions into large banks and other financial entities.
• Ability to analyze and evaluate territory dynamics and develop a sales plan; ability to communicate technical and business concepts and relate them to SAS applications and user needs; navigate complex sales cycles and the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to travel up to 30%
• Equivalent combination of related education, training and experience may be considered in place of the above qualifications.

Additional Competencies, Knowledge And Skills

• Sales Planning: Develops and executes strategic sales plans to achieve revenue targets and drive business growth.
• Customer Centricity: Prioritizes customer needs and delivers tailored solutions that enhance satisfaction and loyalty.
• Relationship Building: Cultivates strong, trust-based relationships with clients and stakeholders to foster long-term partnerships.
• Obstacle Navigation: Proactively identifies and overcomes challenges to maintain momentum and deliver results.
• Insight Driven Value Creation: Leverages data and market insights to craft compelling value propositions that address client pain points.
• Self‑Motivation: Demonstrates initiative and drive to exceed goals independently in a fast‑paced, target‑driven environment.

You are welcome here.

At SAS, it’s not about fitting into our culture – it’s about adding to it. We believe our people make the difference. Our inclusive workforce brings together unique talents and inspires teams to create amazing software that reflects the diversity of our users and customers.

Additional Information

The base salary range for this position is$164,993 USD - $201,660 USD per year and is a good faith estimate only. The range does not include any applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled. Actual pay will vary depending on factors including but not limited to job‑related knowledge, skills, and experience. Pay is just one component of SAS’s total compensation package for employees.Employees may also be eligible for commission or discretionary bonus (based on company and individual performance) as determined by the role. In addition, SAS provides a competitive benefits package to meet different employee needs and lifestyles; including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, retirement benefits, company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business. For more information regarding SAS benefits, clickhere to view the total rewards package.

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