Sales Director

About the Role

Grade Level (for internal use): 12

The role:

We are seeking a Senior Sales Director for our Data & Research business based in our Riyadh office. The Sales Director is responsible for promoting and consultatively selling a portfolio of products to current and target customers across a defined territory in Saudi Arabia. The clients span multiple segments, including Commercial Lending, Investment Banking, Private Equity, Investment Management, and Corporations.

The Impact:
Your contribution and dedication to your role are critical, as you directly drive business generation. You can lead from the front and directly impact the business's future growth. In doing so, you will learn the client’s business, identify their needs, and provide solutions utilizing our products and tools.

What’s in it for you:

You are a key player within the sales team, and you will have the opportunity to work with the major key clients within all sectors. This is a great opportunity to grow professionally and contribute to the business’s growth in Saudi Arabia.

• Development and execution of a sales strategy
• Demonstrate understanding of our suite of services and work collaboratively with our subject matter experts to position client solutions that solve specific customers’ challenge(s)
• Stay current with industry news and issues to understand the potential impact on current prospects for finding new opportunities.
• Maintain a disciplined approach to daily sales activity pipelines and systems-based workflow (i.e. )
• Secure the executed contracts and coordinate the transition of new clients to the Relationship Management team.
• Develop industry-specific knowledge necessary to have credible diagnostic conversations.

• 6+ years of experience in sales/business development, focusing on selling solutions.
• Strong negotiation skills to close complex deals.
• Knowledge and experience in financial services.
• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience.
• Fluency in Arabic and English.
• A proven track record in consultative sales.
• Confidence in cold calling and dealing with C‑Level executives over the phone and in person, with a client‑first approach to sales.
• Resilience, flexibility and long‑term thinking.

Please note:

This role is limited to KSA Nationals only.

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.

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.

• 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.

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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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Location:

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia