Sales Specialist

Data and Analytics Division - One of the world’s leading providers of financial information_ and trading platforms _- delivering high-value data, analytics, indices, market surveillance, and solutions to manage risk, workflow and data._ - Through products and services including Workspace, Eikon, Yield Book, StarMine, Lipper and DataScope, we deliver over 200 billion data updates every day. The quality and integrity of our data give customers the confidence they need to make critical decisions, while our ESG database, covering over 10,000 companies, supports the transition to a more sustainable global economy._ Role Summary As a Sales Specialist sitting within the Data & Analytics Business, you will be selling our desktop and FX Trading solutions (including our new platform called Workspace) into the Corporate Treasury space mainly. This is a flexible, tailored front-to-back solution that aggregates industry data, delivers proprietary analytics and automates critical trading workflows. It has been built to harness the shifting trends in trading, as firms want to quickly embrace effective AI driven tools and coding into their workflows. What will you be doing: - Take opportunities from identification to close, including the management of all contractual, legal, and technical requirements.- Understand the value propositions, competitive landscape, and key selling points of our solutions.- Upbeat and proactive approach towards learning, pipeline generation and sales execution- Demonstrate a mentality which is aligned with Customers' short and long-term strategic aims.- Developing direct high level customer relationships (especially C-level) with decision makers and influencers with Customers and 3rd parties.- Be able to demonstrate the services and position the strengths of our products.- Plan and prioritize sales efforts to ensure that potential future leads are followed up at the appropriate time.- - Build an in-depth understanding of the activities, propositions and threats posed by our competitors in this space.- Work closely with the business divisions to provide meaningful customer feedback and engagement opportunities.- Provide regular and structured feedback on all activity and customer issues to Head of Sales for Trading & Banking. Who are we looking for: - Customer Centric Focus - Commercial/Customer Service Experience from within the financial markets- 3 to 4 years experience in FX Trading or Corporate Sales in a bank or as a sales/relationship manager with a financial technology vendor, with a demonstrable understanding of the sell-side and trends affecting the industry- ACI Dealing Certificate or relevant certifications a major advantage- Fluent English and Arabic language essential. Fluent French language or other languages, a major advantage- Proven track record to identify and develop relevant key customer relationships. WHY JOIN US? A Diverse and Inclusive Workforce: an ability to work within a global, diverse and inclusive company with 300 years heritage and 25,000 people; We have a variety of Inclusion Networks who are a powerful lever of belonging, Plus an Employee Referral Bonus Scheme Constant Learning: 90 Day Sales On-Boarding Program, e-learning platform, a range of workshops, Access to real-time economic data Professional Development: Quarterly Connects to ensure you meet your Goals & Objectives Focus on Wellbeing ; A hybrid working model, we promote physical health and provide access to Mental Health Support, private medical healthcare, corporate pension plan, Daily "Me Hour", Annual wellness allowance Make An Impact: 2 Volunteer Days a Year to Help Make the World a Better Place, Matched Fundraising LSEG is a leading global financial markets infrastructure and data provider. Our purpose is driving financial stability, empowering economies and enabling customers to create sustainable growth. Our purpose is the foundation on which our culture is built. Our values of Integrity, Partnership, Excellence and Change underpin our purpose and set the standard for everything we do, every day. They go to the heart of who we are and guide our decision making and everyday actions. Working with us means that you will be part of a dynamic organisation of 25,000 people across 65 countries. However, we will value your individuality and enable you to bring your true self to work so you can help enrich our diverse workforce. You will be part of a collaborative and creative culture where we encourage new ideas and are committed to sustainability across our global business. You will experience the critical role we have in helping to re-engineer the financial ecosystem to support and drive sustainable economic growth. Together, we are aiming to achieve this growth by accelerating the just transition to net zero, enabling growth of the green economy and creating inclusive economic opportunity. LSEG offers a range of tailored benefits and support, including healthcare, retirement planning, paid vol