Senior Institutional Sales — SPAC & Event-Driven Growth

Rival; New York (NY); On-site; USD 150,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

Rival is seeking a motivated Sales Specialist for its SPAC and Event-Driven team in New York. The role emphasizes driving institutional sales, forging strategic relationships, and capitalizing on market opportunities to enhance revenue.

Candidates should have 3–5 years of experience in institutional equity sales or capital markets, with a track record of opening new accounts. The position offers a competitive base salary of $150,000 - $250,000 along with a lucrative commission structure for high performers.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of relevant experience in institutional equity sales, event-driven trading, or capital markets.
• Deep, technical understanding of SPAC mechanics and event-driven arbitrage strategies.
• Proven track record of independently opening new accounts.
• High-energy, self-starter mentality with a desire to build a book of business.

Responsibilities

• Lead outbound sales efforts for SPACs and event-driven opportunities.
• Prospect, pitch, and onboard new accounts to expand the firm's distribution network.
• Articulate complex event-driven strategies to sophisticated buyers.
• Collaborate with investment banking teams for successful deal execution.

Skills

Institutional equity sales

Event-driven trading

Capital markets

Sales acumen

SPAC mechanics

Tools

FINRA Series 7

FINRA Series 63

Job description

Rival is seeking a motivated Sales Specialist for its SPAC and Event-Driven team in New York. The role emphasizes driving institutional sales, forging strategic relationships, and capitalizing on market opportunities to enhance revenue.

Candidates should have 3–5 years of experience in institutional equity sales or capital markets, with a track record of opening new accounts. The position offers a competitive base salary of $150,000 - $250,000 along with a lucrative commission structure for high performers.