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S&P Global Lending Solutions - Director Sales Specialist in Paris, France
About the Role:
Grade Level (for internal use):
12
Lending Solutions - Director Sales Specialist
We are seeking an experienced salesperson to join our team and drive the sales of our loan management and administration software and services. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in sales, with at least 7 years of experience in selling software solutions and services. Additionally, a deep understanding of loans, Collateralized Loan Obligations (CLOs), and private credit is essential to succeed in this role. The successful candidate will be responsible for identifying and pursuing new business opportunities, building and maintaining client relationships, and achieving sales targets.
Responsibilities:
Identify and pursue new business opportunities, travelling to visit prospects as required by the business.
Build and maintain strong relationships with prospective and existing clients to foster long-term partnerships, in person where possible.
Conduct thorough market research and analysis to identify potential clients, understand their needs, and tailor sales strategies accordingly.
Present and demonstrate the features and benefits of our suite of solutions to potential clients.
Collaborate with the product development team to provide feedback on client requirements, market trends, and competitive offerings.
Negotiate and close sales agreements, ensuring that all terms and conditions are favourable to both the client and the company.
Achieve or exceed sales targets on a consistent basis, delivering sustainable revenue growth.
Keep abreast of industry developments, market trends, and competitors' activities to identify opportunities for business expansion.
Represent the company at industry events, conferences, and trade shows to promote our loan management and administration software and services.
Provide regular sales reports and updates to the sales management team, highlighting achievements, challenges, and opportunities.
Requirements:
Minimum of 7 years of successful sales experience in the software industry, preferably in selling enterprise-level solutions.
Proven track record of meeting or exceeding sales targets consistently.
In-depth knowledge of loans, Collateralized Loan Obligations (CLOs), and private credit.
Strong understanding of the loan management and administration software and services industry.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively engage with clients and build relationships.
Ability to deliver compelling presentations and partner with pre-sales on product demonstrations to diverse audiences.
Strong negotiation and closing skills with a focus on customer satisfaction.
Self-motivated, results-oriented, and able to work independently as well as in a team environment.
Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities to understand client requirements and propose tailored solutions.
Willingness to travel as required to meet clients and attend industry events.
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 Purpose:
Progress is not a self-starter. It requires a catalyst to be set in motion. Information, imagination, people, technology–the right combination can unlock possibility and change the world.
Our world is in transition and getting more complex by the day. We push past expected observations and seek out new levels of understanding so that we can help companies, governments and individuals make an impact on tomorrow. At S&P Global we transform data into Essential Intelligence®, pinpointing risks and opening possibilities. We Accelerate Progress.
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. We’re constantly seeking new solutions that have progress in mind. Join us and help create the critical insights that truly make a difference.
Our Values:
Integrity, Discovery, Partnership
At S&P Global, we focus on Powering Global Markets. 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
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at S&P Global:
At S&P Global, we believe diversity fuels creative insights, equity unlocks opportunity, and inclusion drives growth and innovation – Powering Global Markets. Our commitment centers on our global workforce, ensuring that our people are empowered to bring their whole selves to work. It doesn’t stop there, we strive to better reflect and serve the communities in which we live and work, and advocate for greater opportunity for all.
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: EEO.Compliance@spglobal.com and your request will be forwarded to the appropriate person.
US Candidates Only: The EEO is the Law Poster http://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/eeopost.pdf describes discrimination protections under federal law.
40 - Sales (EEO-2 Job Categories-United States of America), SLSOUS402.2 - Middle Professional Tier II-Ou Sales (EEO Job Group)
Job ID: 302592
Posted On: 2024-06-20
Location: London, United Kingdom