Strategic Financial Institution Sales

Akoya; Raleigh (NC); Remote; USD 150,000 - 230,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance-based bonus

Job summary

Akoya seeks a strategic Financial Institution Sales leader to drive growth within the financial services space. As a member of the Growth team, you will craft and execute a comprehensive sales plan, engage with decision-makers, and close complex SaaS deals that enhance product adoption and revenue growth.

You will collaborate across product, marketing, legal, risk, technology, and client success teams to deliver value, build a high-quality pipeline, and represent Akoya at industry events.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; advanced degree preferred.
• Experience selling into banking/credit unions and broader financial services.
• 10+ years of sales in a tech startup or B2B environment.
• Proven track record in consultative sales with complex cycles.
• Exposure to software products in data management space.
• Willingness to travel up to 40% of the time.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a sales plan to sell Akoya's services to financial institutions.
• Present Akoya’s solutions and value to prospective clients.
• Coordinate with product, marketing, legal, risk, technology, and other teams to negotiate and close contracts.
• Identify decision-makers and build relationships within financial institutions.
• Proactively manage the sales pipeline and use Salesforce to detail interactions.

Skills

Banking/FS sales

10+ years B2B sales

Consultative selling

Data management software

Travel up to 40%

Education

Bachelor's degree

Advanced degree preferred

Job description

Strategic Financial Institution Sales

Department: Growth

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Raleigh, NC

Description

We’re growing and need a sales leader to sell our services into financial institutions. As a key member of the Growth Team, we are looking for an experienced, strategic, high-energy, hands‑on, results‑oriented sales executive with a proven track record of institutional sales success. You will also be asked to form sales strategies to meet our client growth goals within our financial institutions’ segment, all leading to strong product adoption and continuous revenue growth. You will be responsible for developing and executing a sales plan that leverages the application of a consistent approach to identifying and engaging with prospect decision‑makers and effectively negotiating contracts. You will also act as a key contributor to the growth strategy of Akoya, building brand awareness and industry relationships. This job has the potential for serious impact and growth at a scaling company on an honorable mission!

Key Responsibilities

Development and Execution of Sales Plan

• Build a high‑quality pipeline through a strong prospecting strategy with structured sales activities that yield results
• Present knowledgeably on all aspects of Akoya’s product solutions and their relative value to prospective clients
• Work across internal and external product, marketing, legal, risk, technology, customer success, operations, finance, and procurement teams to execute agreements
• Demonstrate knowledge of the Open Banking/Open Finance space, with understanding of client’s business and how to add value to client’s existing organizational objectives
• Define and manage a strong sourcing strategy, one that leverages available resources and effectively identifies sales opportunities with relative value to the Akoya offering
• Proactively follow up on leads, with structured sales activities that yield results, bringing prospects to the next step in decision‑making
• Consistently define (and redefine) success factors for prospect decisions, with course correction as needed
• Effectively apply sales methodology to negotiate and close deals that will positively impact Akoya’s contribution margin
• Detail all interactions in Salesforce

Consultative Selling

• Proactively consult to and engage prospects by gathering needs and wants, establishing credibility, recommending solutions, and developing a contract that produces mutually beneficial results for Akoya and prospective client
• Conduct prospect interviews with informed dialogue that demonstrates baseline understanding of prospect’s business and enables us to further pinpoint potential value and determine appropriate solutions
• Apply consistent approach to identifying and engaging with decision‑makers at prospect organizations; demonstrate knowledge about the factors that influence these decision‑makers

Business Development Strategy

• Increase the profile of Akoya within the industry; build and maintain relationships by partnering, understanding, anticipating, and meeting their needs on a timely basis
• Act as a resource for marketing, product development, technology, and client success teams by identifying new opportunities and reviewing the competitive landscape
• Increase market awareness and enhance Akoya brand by hosting and/or attending targeted industry events and conferences
• Regularly provide feedback to the Akoya leadership team on the market and competitive landscape to identify current and future business opportunities

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

• Bachelor's degree required; advanced degree preferred
• Requires experience with successfully selling into the banking/credit union, core/digital banking provider and broader financial services space
• 10+ years of successful sales experience in an established technology startup or commercial B2B.
• Proven track record with consultative sales and success with complex sales cycles
• Exposure to software products and tools in the data management space.
• Ability to travel up to 40% of the time.

• Financial services institutional sales experience with a SaaS provider
• Data aggregation/data sharing experience
• Experience in marketing/selling products and services as part of a commercial business

Benefits

Our Commitment

Akoya is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected status. We’re committed to building an inclusive, welcoming workplace where people feel supported, respected, and empowered to do their best work.

We know that experience can come from many different paths. We value diverse perspectives and encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply, even if they don’t meet all of the qualifications. If you’re excited about this role but don’t meet every single requirement, we still encourage you to apply. You may be the right candidate for this role or another opportunity at Akoya.

Where We Work

Akoya is remote-first, with this role open to candidates currently located within commuting distance of Boston, MA, New York, NY, and Raleigh, NC. While our teams work primarily remote, we are building talent hubs in these locations to create opportunities for in‑person collaboration, team connection, and professional development.

Compensation & Benefits

The expected base salary for this role is $xxx,xxx to $xxx,xxx. The actual base salary offered takes into account the candidate’s work location, relevant education, job‑related knowledge, skills, and experience, among other factors. Base salary is one component of the total compensation package, which includes employer‑subsidized medical, dental, and vision coverage, company‑sponsored life insurance, 401(k) matching, flexible PTO, and paid parental leave. Some roles may be eligible for a performance‑based bonus.

Candidates who receive offers must complete successful criminal background, drug, and credit screenings.