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Sales Director

  • Job
    Full-time
    Senior & Expert Level
  • Sales & Business Development
    Banking & Finance
  • London

AI generated summary

  • You should have advanced sales expertise, experience in asset management in the UK and Ireland, ability to win new clients, and fluency in English. Willingness to travel is needed.
  • You will identify asset management leads, build a sales pipeline, promote value propositions, create tailored solutions, leverage product knowledge, and monitor industry trends to drive sales.

Requirements

  • Advanced Sales Expertise managing complex and extended sales cycles.
  • Skilled in creating new business opportunities identifying key decision-makers and closing new business.
  • Proven ability in winning new clients with a focus on securing deals with new asset managers rather than upselling or cross-selling to existing clients.
  • Experience working in the asset management industry within the UK and Ireland.
  • Strong understanding of the asset management and financial services industry, including relevant regulations and industry trends.
  • Willingness to Travel if needed.
  • Fluency in English is required; proficiency in additional languages is advantageous.

Responsibilities

  • Identify and qualify asset management leads in the UK and Ireland. Develop a robust pipeline of sales opportunities and convert these into completed sales to meet global sales targets.
  • Promote Kneip's value proposition within the asset management industry through proactive outreach, participation in industry conferences, and targeted campaigns.
  • Demonstrate creativity in sales by combining offerings or creating unique solutions that deliver strong ROI or cost savings for the asset manager.
  • Utilize a deep understanding of Kneip’s sales model, methodology, processes, and tools to communicate key information effectively.
  • Maintain comprehensive knowledge of Kneip’s product and service portfolio, translating this into client business outcomes in sales cases.
  • Continuously monitor buy-side industry trends and competitor activities to stay ahead in the market.

FAQs

What is the main responsibility of the Sales Director in this role?

The main responsibility is to identify and qualify asset management leads in the UK and Ireland, develop a robust pipeline of sales opportunities, and convert these into completed sales to meet global sales targets.

Is experience in the asset management industry required for this role?

Yes, experience working in the asset management industry within the UK and Ireland is a requirement for this position.

What qualities are sought in candidates for this role?

Candidates should have advanced sales expertise managing complex sales cycles, the ability to create new business opportunities, and a strong understanding of the asset management and financial services industry.

Is travel required for this position?

Yes, a willingness to travel if needed is required for this position.

What language skills are required for the Sales Director role?

Fluency in English is required; proficiency in additional languages is advantageous.

What kind of workplace environment can employees expect?

Employees can expect a modern work environment that supports collaboration, deep focus, and includes amenities such as free drinks and meals.

What kind of development opportunities are available?

The company promotes individual development through internal development programs, mentoring, further education, and training budgets.

What benefits does Deutsche Börse Group provide for employee wellbeing?

The company offers various health promotion measures, group accident insurance, and additional insurance offers at discounted rates.

Are there opportunities for flexible working hours?

Yes, the company offers flexible working time models to help employees' jobs fit their life situations.

How can I apply for this position?

Interested candidates can apply now and reach out to the recruiting team for more information.

We at Deutsche Börse create trust in the markets of today and tomorrow

Finance
Industry
10,001+
Employees
1992
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Deutsche Börse is a leading global marketplace for trading financial instruments, including stocks, derivatives, and commodities. Their ultimate mission is to provide efficient and transparent capital markets infrastructure that facilitates fair and orderly trading activities for investors worldwide. The purpose of Deutsche Börse is to enable companies to raise capital, investors to manage risk and invest capital, and financial institutions to facilitate trading and clearing services. They aim to uphold market integrity, foster innovation in financial markets, and contribute to the stability and growth of the global economy through their robust and reliable market infrastructure and services.