Director, Sales – Private Markets, Japan at S&P Global

Tokyo, Japan

S&P Global  Logo
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Private Markets, Private Equity, Financial ServicesIndustries

Requirements

  • Proven track record of sales success with a particular focus on new customer acquisition
  • Native or business proficiency in Japanese
  • 8-10 years of experience working in sales role
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with an aptitude for consultative-selling techniques
  • Ability to manage complex sales and client negotiations
  • Strong time management and project management skills
  • Team player and willing to progress in a rapidly growing environment
  • Ability to inspire and influence peers and colleagues across the firm
  • Exceptional organization skills
  • Software Solutions selling experience (preferred)
  • Experience with portfolio management software such as eFront, Burgiss etc. (preferred)
  • Network of Investment Managers, PE contacts (e.g. asset management firms, investment consulting firms, pension funds, insurance companies) (preferred)
  • Previous working experience utilizing Salesforce as a CRM (preferred)

Responsibilities

  • Drive expected value out of target region/market across various segments of Private Markets
  • Identify and qualify prospects via targeted networking, internal Sales Development Resources, regional leadership initiatives, existing client relationships, phone prospecting, and email
  • Continually develop new prospects to build and manage a sustainable pipeline of opportunities
  • Identify the prospect buying behavior and orient our proven sales process for the prospect to drive the prospect toward a decision
  • Engage across the prospect to align the organization around the value of private markets solutions
  • Uncover key components of value for the various prospect stakeholders to drive ‘Why’ the prospect is interested in S&P Global MI Private Markets Solutions and then demonstrate how we are able to solve the prospect’s business issues
  • Work closely with our Pre-Sales Engineers team to demonstrate the business case, facilitate information gathering and match that to the prospects needs through multiple in person, social and professional engagements
  • Report to the regional Sales Director
  • Collaborate across all teams (services, training, support, and product)
  • Responsible for new business across our customer segment, focused on new customer acquisition as well as cross-selling existing S&P Global MI customers with our Solutions capabilities

Skills

Consultative Selling
Business Development
Sales Prospecting
Pipeline Management
Networking
Private Equity
Direct Lending
Real Estate
Venture Capital
Client Relationship Management

S&P Global

Provides financial information and analytics services

About S&P Global

S&P Global provides financial information and analytics to a wide range of clients, including investors, corporations, and governments. The company offers services such as credit ratings, market intelligence, and indices, which help clients understand and navigate the global financial market. S&P Global's products work by utilizing advanced data analytics and research to deliver insights that assist clients in making informed decisions and managing risks. Unlike many competitors, S&P Global has a diverse range of divisions, including S&P Global Ratings and S&P Dow Jones Indices, which allows it to cater to various financial needs. The company's goal is to support clients in driving growth while also committing to corporate responsibility and positive societal impact.

New York City, New YorkHeadquarters
1917Year Founded
IPOCompany Stage
Data & Analytics, Financial ServicesIndustries
10,001+Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance
Unlimited Paid Time Off
Professional Development Budget
401(k) Company Match
Family Planning Benefits
Employee Discounts

Risks

Integration challenges with new acquisitions like ProntoNLP may cause operational issues.
Increased competition from AI-driven platforms like Brooklyn Investment Group.
Dependence on volatile credit ratings market could impact revenue stability.

Differentiation

S&P Global integrates advanced AI tools for superior financial analytics capabilities.
The company offers comprehensive ESG solutions, meeting growing sustainability demands.
S&P Global's diverse divisions provide a wide range of financial services globally.

Upsides

Acquisition of ProntoNLP boosts data analytics and sentiment scoring capabilities.
Rising demand for ESG data enhances S&P Global's market position.
Expansion into India strengthens S&P Global's research and insights offerings.

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