Associate Director, Sales - Financial Services (PE Focus)

NielsenIQ • New York, NY

5d • $117,500 - $145,000 • Remote

About The Position

About this job
NielsenIQ is a leading market research firm. Our Financial Services team provides alternative data products to hedge funds, mutual funds, and private equity firms through first party and third-party data sets.
NielsenIQ is looking for a Salesperson with 7+ years of experience selling data-driven research / products / services to the buy-side investment community. Candidates must be passionate about capital markets, data and technology. Candidates must also be very comfortable interacting with prospects over the phone and in person.

Requirements

• A minimum of 7+ years of experience selling data-driven research / products / services to the buy-side investment community.
• Bachelor's degree required, preferably in Finance, Economics or Marketing.
• Understanding of financial markets and technology; knowledge of investment research products and current software technologies are a plus.
• Outstanding verbal, written and presentation skills, with the ability to communicate clearly and effectively. Manage the sales process through targeted phone calls, one-on-one meetings, and group presentations.
• Must be proficient with Microsoft PowerPoint, Excel and Word.
• A high level of motivation, the drive to take initiative and work both independently and as a team member; a self-starter. Follow-through is an absolute must have.
• Strong business development experience with the ability to sell into, and represent the firm, at all levels within a financial services organization.
• Proven ability to maintain a high level of activity to reach an aggressive set of sales goals and objectives.
• Ability to work with minimum supervision and with structure, focus and determination.
• Demonstrates a strong results orientation and commitment to achieving business objectives.
• Manages workload effectively to meet role responsibilities and deadlines.
• Highly goal‑oriented with strong attention to detail.
• Exhibits a strong sense of accountability and service orientation, with a focus on delivering value to both internal stakeholders and external clients.
• Applies creativity and independent thinking to identify opportunities and solve business challenges.
• Shows intellectual curiosity, initiative, sound judgment, and professionalism in a fast‑paced environment.
• Demonstrates a strong work ethic with consistent professional conduct and integrity.
• Possesses excellent negotiation, communication, and listening skills.
• Strong organizational and prioritization skills with the ability to manage multiple initiatives simultaneously.
• Works collaboratively and effectively with team members while upholding high ethical standards and integrity.

Nice To Haves

• Understanding of financial markets and technology; knowledge of investment research products and current software technologies are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Systematically call / email prospects to market NielsenIQ’s products.
• Manage a pipeline of new business from initial conversation to close of sale.
• Gather market intelligence and contribute to new product development to meet changing client needs.
• Provide internal reports to management as required.
• Participate in ongoing training / developmental programs.

Benefits

• Comprehensive healthcare plan (medical, Rx, dental, and vision).
• Flexible spending accounts and a Health Savings Account (including company contributions).
• Life and AD&D insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan including company matching contributions.
• Disability insurance.
• Tuition Reimbursement.
• Discretionary paid time off program and 11 paid holidays.
• Flexible working environment
• Volunteer time off
• LinkedIn Learning
• Employee-Assistance-Program (EAP)
• Flexible working environment
• Volunteer time off
• LinkedIn Learning
• Employee-Assistance-Program (EAP)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director