Account Executive, Reuters

Thomson Reuters•New York, NY

31d•$217,700 - $404,300•Hybrid

About The Position

We are seeking an Account Executive to join our dynamic Reuters sales team, focusing on the Financial Services category. This role is responsible for driving revenue through digital advertising, custom content partnerships, and event sponsorships for both new and existing clients. The ideal candidate will be a proven expert in financial media sales, with a strong track record of building strategic partnerships and delivering innovative solutions.

Requirements

Minimum 4+ years in digital media sales, with a focus on financial services.
Demonstrated success in building partnerships at a leading media company, with specific examples of high-impact deals.
Deep knowledge of the financial category and its key players.
Strong understanding of the digital ecosystem (on-platform and off-platform).
Proficiency in leveraging data and insights to drive client strategies.
Exceptional communication and negotiation skills.
Ability to collaborate cross-functionally and manage complex projects.

Nice To Haves

Preferred B2B Sales experience.
Active involvement in relevant industry organizations is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

Develop and execute strategic sales plans to grow revenue within the financial category.
Drive digital advertising and custom content partnerships across Reuters platforms and off-platform channels.
Identify and close new business opportunities while expanding relationships with existing clients.
Partner with Integrated Marketing, Ad Operations, Ad Ops, Social, and Reuters Plus Studio to deliver best-in-class client experiences.
Leverage Reuters’ data and insights to craft compelling proposals and demonstrate ROI.
Represent Reuters at key industry events and organizations to strengthen relationships and identify new opportunities.
Stay informed on financial industry trends and digital advertising innovations.
Develop and sell event sponsorship packages aligned with client objectives and Reuters’ brand positioning.

Benefits

Hybrid Work Model
Flex My Way
Work from anywhere for up to 8 weeks per year
Career Development and Growth
Grow My Way programming
Flexible vacation
Two company-wide Mental Health Days off
Access to the Headspace app
Retirement savings
Tuition reimbursement
Employee incentive programs
Resources for mental, physical, and financial wellbeing
Globally recognized, award-winning reputation for inclusion and belonging, flexibility, work-life balance, and more.
Two paid volunteer days off annually
Opportunities to get involved with pro-bono consulting projects and Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) initiatives.
Market competitive health, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance programs
Competitive 401k plan with company match
Competitive vacation, sick and safe paid time off
Paid holidays (including two company mental health days off)
Parental leave
Sabbatical leave
Optional hospital, accident and sickness insurance paid 100% by the employee
Optional life and AD&D insurance paid 100% by the employee
Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
Fitness reimbursement
Access to Employee Assistance Program
Group Legal Identity Theft Protection benefit paid 100% by employee
Access to 529 Plan
Commuter benefits
Adoption & Surrogacy Assistance
Access to Employee Stock Purchase Plan