Sales Executive | Commercial, Market Research | New York, US

We are seeking a junior sales person to join our growing Client Development team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone early in their commercial career who is eager to develop core sales skills in a fast‑paced, collaborative environment.

Savanta is a data, market research and advisory company with teams in the UK, Americas, and APAC. Working with high-profile organizations and some of the world’s best-known brands, we Inform & Inspire our clients to Make Better Decisions through powerful data, empowering technology and high-impact consulting.

Savanta is on a bold journey - transforming from a traditional market research firm into a tech-first, insights-driven leader.

This role will be based in our NYC office, with the expectation to be in the office 1-2 days a week.

About the Role:

You will play a key role in supporting new business generation and revenue growth across our global organization.

Working closely with Business Development, Marketing, and wider commercial teams to identify prospects, qualify leads, support proposals, and maintain accurate pipeline visibility.

With exposure to all core business areas in a commercial function, this role is ideally suited to someone with an entrepreneurial mindset, a strong work ethic, excellent communication skills and the desire to learn in a vibrant, fast-paced agency environment.

The role will best reward someone with a passion for exceeding expectations and offers multiple career development paths into full Account Management or New Business Development roles (a number of the current team progressed this way!). 

You will:

• Conduct outbound prospecting via email, phone, LinkedIn, and other channels.
• Research and map prospects across target industries.
• Qualify inbound leads and book discovery meetings.
• Support the proposal and credential process, including feasibility and pricing inputs.
• Maintain accurate CRM records using tools such as Salesforce or Outreach.
• Stay up to date on industry trends and Savanta’s solutions and capabilities.

• Partner with Marketing on lead generation campaigns and feedback loops.
• Prepare and update sales and marketing support materials.
• Support content creation and client engagement initiatives.

• Capture and document customer interactions, meeting outcomes, and account updates in CRM.
• Support account planning and lead generation activity.
• Assist with sales documentation including credentials, case studies, proposals, pitch decks, costing, and contracts.
• Collaborate with marketing, operations, and leadership on cross‑functional projects.

You will bring:

Essential:

• A minimum of one years’ experience in a B2B sales or lead generation roles.
• Passion for building a career in sales, commercial strategy, or client development.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks effectively.
• Confidence communicating via email, phone, and virtual meetings.
• Comfortable working with CRM systems and sales technology.
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to high‑quality output.
• Ability to effectively prioritize stakeholder and internal requests simultaneously.
• Proficiency with MS Office Suite with ability to quickly grasp commercial software.

Desirable:

• Familiarity with Salesforce, Outreach, or similar CRM tools.
• Experience working in a fast‑paced or high‑performance team environment.
• Interest in or understanding of the breath of market research techniques.

We like people who ask questions, challenge the status quo, and care about making things better - for our clients, our team, and for yourself.

And in return, Savanta offers:

• Salary range: $65,000 - $75,000
• Generous PTO allowance
• Flexible working practices
• Ongoing Learning & Development
• Health package
• Retirement plan
• Team & Company Socials
• Committees for Health & Well Being, Charities & Volunteering and DE&I

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Why Join Us:

With offices in the US, Canada, India and the UK, over 500 staff globally, and ambitious growth plans, Savanta offers the benefits of scale, whilst our specialists with their deep expertise and nimble teams, make life at Savanta feel more like working at a ‘boutique’ agency.

Our client portfolio includes some of the world’s most recognizable and valuable brands such as Google, Amazon, Meta, Chase, Vodafone, Samsung, Heineken, LEGO, Aston Martin, Unilever, and the Cabinet Office. 

The company was founded on the belief that tech should be integral to its success, and this culture of tech innovation makes us best placed to put Savanta at the heart of our clients’ businesses offering solutions before they even know the problem. 

Part of the vibrant Next 15 Communications Group, we have an entrepreneurial and inclusive company culture that actively recognizes and values its people and offers unrivalled scope for career development, including mentoring, coaching as well as extensive training programs.

*Full details of local benefits and perks available on request from the Savanta People Team (HR).

We encourage authentic responses to demonstrate your experience and approach, rather than relying on Generative Al tools to write your cover letter or any questions in the application process.  We may use Al Decoders as part of the review process and if answers match to a high extent that may be factored into the review.

Savanta is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities. Savanta is committed to being an equal opportunities employer and continuously strives to be an employer of choice. Our people are our greatest asset - we value workplace diversity and inclusion, oppose all forms of unlawful discrimination, and welcome applications from suitably qualified candidates of all backgrounds.

All candidates will be considered equally, however, unfortunately we are unable to offer sponsorship.

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