Corporate Sales specialist

About the Role:

Grade Level (for internal use): 10

Our Market Intelligence team is a dynamic, collaborative, and commercially focused group dedicated to driving growth across the European Data & Research business. We value an entrepreneurial spirit, a forward‑thinking mindset and a culture where team members support one another to achieve collective success.

As a Corporate Sales Specialist, you will play a pivotal role in growing the European Data & Research business across the corporate segment, including Professional Services, Government, Academic, Fintech and Industrials. You will be responsible for delivering new business revenue by positioning the Data & Research portfolio and adjacent complementary services, including direct feeds, API, Cloud‑based data delivery and SaaS solutions.

• Coordinate the end‑to‑end sales process from initial prospecting through to signed contract, ensuring momentum, quality and clear client engagement at every stage.
• Deliver new business sales for the Data & Research product portfolio across the European corporate segment.
• Identify, qualify and pursue opportunities across Professional Services, Government, Academic, Fintech and Industrials, with a focus on building a strong and sustainable new business pipeline.
• Leverage in‑depth professional knowledge and commercial acumen to monitor external market trends, understand client needs and develop solutions aligned to business priorities.
• Collaborate with stakeholders across functions, business lines and geographies to build alignment, secure buy‑in and create high‑quality value for clients.
• Act as an escalation point for complex client or commercial issues, using sound judgement, expertise and internal networks to support effective resolution and value creation.
• All employees are required to work from the office a minimum of 2 days per week.

• This role is typically filled by an experienced, success‑driven, focused and spirited sales specialist who can execute and deliver new business revenue.
• Strong business acumen with relevant industry experience and a consistent record in consultative sales.
• Proven ability to approach new markets, navigate and own a territory, and engage confidently with C‑Level and senior‑level executives.
• Experience managing complex sales cycles, including prospecting, stakeholder mapping, client needs analysis, commercial negotiation and contract closure.
• Ability to communicate complex information clearly to different audiences and adapt your communication style to support effective client and internal stakeholder engagement.
• All candidates who reach the final stage of our interview process must attend at least one in‑person interview at your nearest S&PGlobal office before we can proceed to an offer.

• Experience marketing adjacent complementary services through direct feeds, API and Cloud‑based data delivery, including SaaS solutions.
• Demonstrated ability to build consensus across groups with competing priorities, balancing client needs, internal objectives and commercial outcomes.
• Ability to coach and empower others to maximize performance within a team setting, contributing to a collaborative and high‑performing sales culture.
• A proactive, resilient and adaptable approach, with the ability to manage competing priorities, respond constructively to challenges and maintain focus on business results.

• 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:
  Benefits for partners and children, 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.

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.

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