Sales Specialist (S&P Global Market Intelligence)

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Sales Specialist (S&P Global Market Intelligence)

The Role: Sales Specialist

The Team: We are a dynamic & energetic team comprised of experienced professionals from across the financial services industry all working together to achieve our revenue goals. We have an entrepreneurial spirit and value team work so being a team player is crucial in order to succeed within our organization

Responsibilities and Impact: You'll be the first impression of Market Intelligence and a quarterback, leveraging resources from marketing, product, sales and relationship management teams to match our solutions and services to meet client needs.   As top of the funnel, you are essential to the organization's overall growth.

We are looking for someone to grow with the company by evolving not only their sales skills, but their industry knowledge and product knowledge on market leading analytical solutions and data services.  As you grow, there are opportunities for you to transition into areas where you can continue to thrive.  Although this could mean accelerating your career within the team, it could expand within sales or other areas like relationship management, customer success, product specialist, operations or project management.

• Work through assigned Market Intelligence accounts by segment to qualify potential prospects. 

• Identify the right group/users within an organization and engage them in a conversation about our different products

• Develop new business prospects from multiple sources including inbound marketing leads, prospect lists, discovery and individual research.

• Develop an outreach strategy to drive appointments with Sales Representatives 

• Follow up on leads and conduct research to identify potential prospects.

• Prepare and analyze sales pipeline reports and dashboards.

• Work on new logo accounts to engage prospects in the buying process. 

• Build and cultivate prospect relationships by initiating communications and conducting follow-up communications in order to move opportunities through the sales funnel.

• Grow product and sales knowledge by sitting in with various team members, attending the demos you set, and asking for feedback on a regular basis.

• Continuous learning to stay on top of tools, techniques, trends, understanding of the market, customers, and competition

• Timely management of data for new and prospective clients within CRM, recording all communications, information is accurate, and documents attached.

• Monitor and manager day-to-day time and priorities to deliver results

• Collaborate with peers, particularly around best practices, competitive intel and sales strategy

Compensation/Benefits Information: (This section is only applicable to US candidates)

S&P Global states that the anticipated base salary range for this position is $70,817 to $87,500. Final base salary for this role will be based on the individual’s geographic location, as well as experience level, skill set, training, licenses and certifications.

In addition to base compensation, this role is eligible for an annual incentive plan.

This role is eligible to receive additional S&P Global benefits. For more information on the benefits we provide to our employees, please click here.

What We’re Looking For:

Basic Qualifications:

• Bilingual in both Portuguese and English, Spanish is a plus.

• Bachelor’s degree (Finance, Economics, Engineering or related field preferred).

• 5-7 years’ work experience commercial experience (in financial services industry preferred).

Preferred Qualifications:

• A proven track record of strong client relationships

• Excellent client service skills

• Goal and action orientated, with ability to work towards targets

• Experience in dealing with challenging situations, i.e. objection handling and overcoming gatekeepers, and overcome rejection with charisma and courage

• Solid organization, multi-tasking, and prioritization skills 

• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written with the ability to engage a senior level audience 

• Strong MS office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) skills are required, and any knowledge of CRM databases (such as Salesforce.com) would be advantageous 

• Knowledge of the financial industry and/or financial divisions/departments a plus

• Collaborative and supportive. You love working with, listening to, and understanding others.

Right to Work Requirements:

This role is limited to persons with indefinite right to work in the United States.

About S&P Global Market Intelligence
At S&P Global Market Intelligence, a division of S&P Global we understand the importance of accurate, deep and insightful information. Our team of experts delivers unrivaled insights and leading data and technology solutions, partnering with customers to expand their perspective, operate with confidence, and make decisions with conviction.
For more information, visit www.spglobal.com/marketintelligence.

What’s In It For You?

Our Mission:

Advancing Essential Intelligence.

Our People:

We're more than 35,000 strong worldwide—so we're able to understand nuances while having a broad perspective. Our team is driven by curiosity and a shared belief that Essential Intelligence can help build a more prosperous future for us all.From finding new ways to measure sustainability to analyzing energy transition across the supply chain to building workflow solutions that make it easy to tap into insight and apply it. We are changing the way people see things and empowering them to make an impact on the world we live in. We’re committed to a more equitable future and to helping our customers find new, sustainable ways of doing business. Join us and help create the critical insights that truly make a difference.

Our Values:

Integrity, Discovery, Partnership

Throughout our history, the world's leading organizations have relied on us for the Essential Intelligence they need to make confident decisions about the road ahead. We start with a foundation of integrity in all we do, bring a spirit of discovery to our work, and collaborate in close partnership with each other and our customers to achieve shared goals.
Benefits:

We take care of you, so you can take care of business. We care about our people. That’s why we provide everything you—and your career—need to thrive at S&P Global.
Our benefits include: 

• Health & Wellness: Health care coverage designed for the mind and body.

• Flexible Downtime: Generous time off helps keep you energized for your time on.

• Continuous Learning: Access a wealth of resources to grow your career and learn valuable new skills.

• Invest in Your Future: Secure your financial future through competitive pay, retirement planning, a continuing education program with a company-matched student loan contribution, and financial wellness programs.

• Family Friendly Perks: It’s not just about you. S&P Global has perks for your partners and little ones, too, with some best-in class benefits for families.

• Beyond the Basics: From retail discounts to referral incentive awards—small perks can make a big difference.

For more information on benefits by country visit: https://spgbenefits.com/benefit-summaries

Global Hiring and Opportunity at S&P Global:

At S&P Global, we are committed to fostering a connected and engaged workplace where all individuals have access to opportunities based on their skills, experience, and contributions. Our hiring practices emphasize fairness, transparency, and merit, ensuring that we attract and retain top talent. By valuing different perspectives and promoting a culture of respect and collaboration, we drive innovation and power global markets.

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Equal Opportunity Employer

S&P Global is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, military veteran status, unemployment status, or any other status protected by law.  Only electronic job submissions will be considered for employment.  

If you need an accommodation during the application process due to a disability, please send an email to: [email protected] and your request will be forwarded to the appropriate person.  
 
US Candidates Only: Know Your Rights: Workplace discrimination is illegal

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