Index Sales Specialist Netherlands

MSCI is a global leader in investment decision support tools and services, powering better investment decisions through data, technology, and research. We are seeking a self-motivated and solutions-driven salesperson to join our Index Client Coverage team with a focus on the Netherlands.

This is rare opportunity to join a high-impact team focused on driving new business and deepening our relationships with clients in the Netherlands. You’ll collaborate closely with internal stakeholders and external prospects to position MSCI’s globally renowned index solutions. The ideal candidate is a self-starter with a deep knowledge and understanding of the Dutch Financial Markets who thrives on uncovering opportunities and solving client challenges with insight and creativity.

• Drive New Business: Identify and qualify opportunities to expand MSCI’s footprint within the Netherlands.
• Client Engagement: Engage with existing clients as well as prospects through strategic outreach — and lead meaningful discovery conversations to align MSCI solutions with client needs.
• End-to-End Relationship Management: Manage the full client lifecycle, from initial engagement and presentations to contract negotiation and deal closure.
• Cross-functional Collaboration: Collaborate with Product Management, Client Service, Marketing, Legal, and Sales colleagues to ensure strategic alignment and client satisfaction.
• Sales Operations: Maintain accurate records in Salesforce, ensuring strong forecasting discipline and smooth handoff to implementation and support teams.
• Partner with Senior Sales and Management Colleagues: Collaborate on strategy, deal development, and client management to ensure a seamless and effective sales process

• Experience: 5 years of relevant Finanancial Markets experience with prior sales exposure to Dutch Institutional clients. Fluent in Dutch and former sell-side/financial services experience is advantageous.
• Self-Motivated and Proactive: You take initiative, are intellectually curious and follow through on opportunities.
• Strong Communication
  
  Skills:
  
  You can clearly articulate ideas, engage clients confidently, and adapt your message to different audiences.
• Commercial Mindset: You have a natural interest in business development and are motivated by goals, metrics, and growth.
• Problem-Solving Ability: You approach challenges with curiosity and logic, and you're quick to find practical, client-focused solutions.
• Organised and Detail-Oriented: You manage your time well, keep track of outreach and tasks, and ensure nothing slips through the cracks.
• Teamwork: You excel when working in a team collaborating with key internal stakeholders.