Strategic Account Manager - Celent

Strategic Account Manager – Celent Who we are… GlobalData is a specialist information services business on a mission to help our clients decode the future, make better decisions and reach more customers. Using our unique data, expert analysis and innovative solutions we deliver intelligence on the world’s largest industries for companies, government organisations and industry professionals. We began our journey in 2016, by combining a diverse range of specialist information services companies, with decades of trusted customer relationships and deep sector specialisms. Today, we operate as a single company and one fully integrated platform, with more than 3,500 colleagues worldwide, across 20+ industries, delivering value for over 5,000 customers. Why join the Sales team at GlobalData? GlobalData is at a pivotal point in its growth journey. Following multiple acquisitions and having recently received transformational investment we need curious, ambitious, courageous people to support us in achieving our vision of becoming the world’s trusted source of strategic industry intelligence. Our big ambitions mean that life at GlobalData is fast paced, entrepreneurial and rewarding. We recognise the collective power of our people, and it’s the collaboration of our teams that have shaped our success and will continue to do so in the future. The Sales team operates at the face of our business introducing clients to our trusted strategic intelligence. With an established book of leading brands and the scope carve your own market, there is a real opportunity for sales talent at all levels to develop in our growing business. The culture is buzzing and positive, and you can expect to be rewarded well with our uncapped commission scheme. The role… The Strategic Account Manager will be based in the UK, responsible for managing and growing a portfolio of key clients across EMEA, as well as developing new sales within a defined territory. The position will include responsibility for leading the overall sales process and client management for the designated portfolio of clients and territory. Clients will include financial services firms (banks, insurers, wealth and investment management companies) as well technology solution providers that provide solutions to the financial services sector. You will be working alongside an international sales and analyst team, as part of the leading Research and Advisory Service firm that’s focused on financial services technology globally. What you’ll be doing… Managing and growing a portfolio of existing clients across EMEA. Securing annual contract renewals through exceptional client management throughout the year. Uncovering opportunities to cross-sell other Celent research, consulting, or digital services at any point, as well as to increase the annual renewal contract value. Developing client relationships with multiple contacts across organisations, understanding client needs, uncovering new sales opportunities, and positioning Celent’s services appropriately. Managing the end-to-end sales process, developing leads, phone-led sales, and in person meetings. Working closely with Celent Analysts to bring them into client conversations as the Subject Matter Experts. Consistently exceeding set targets, maintaining accurate forecasts in Salesforce, and effective communication with management. What we’re looking for… At least 3-7 years of Client Account Management / Business Development / Sales experience. Proven success at over-achieving targets and developing trusted client relationships. Previous industry experience may include Research, Business Information, Consulting, Financial Services, Technology, or other B2B professional services sold in an annual agreement / ongoing relationship manner. Ability to work successfully in both a highly virtual work environment regularly working from home, collaborating with a global team, as well as in an office environment and in face-to-face client meetings. Motivated self-starter who wants to take their career to the next level. Outstanding verbal, written and presentation skills. University degree. Fluency in English is essential, with additional languages desirable. In addition to a rewarding career, we support our GlobalData colleagues with a range of benefits across health, finances, fitness, travel, tech and more. To find out more about the roles and benefits on offer in your region, visit careers.globaldata.com GlobalData believes strongly in the value of diversity and creating supportive, inclusive environments where our colleagues can succeed. As such, we are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. GlobalData is determined to ensure that no applicant or employee receives less favourable treatment on the grounds of gender, age, disability, religion, belief, sexual orientation, marital status, race, or is disadvantaged by conditions or requirements which cannot be shown to be justifiable.