Head of Sales - Asset Owners, EMEA at Northern Trust

London, England, United Kingdom

Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

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Financial Services, Asset ManagementIndustries

Proven experience in financial services, with a strong focus on Asset Servicing, Custody, Fund Administration, or Securities Services
Proven track record in institutional sales leadership within the EMEA region
Deep understanding of regional market dynamics, regulatory landscape, and client needs
Strong leadership and team management experience; able to inspire and drive results
Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills
Strategic thinker with a strong commercial acumen and data-driven approach to decision making
Ability to work effectively across cultures and geographies
Experience in Investment Strategy/Management considered a strong plus
Experience managing cross-border sales efforts and multicultural teams
Demonstrated ability to operate effectively in a matrixed, global organization

Develop and execute a robust sales strategy for Asset Owner solutions across EMEA, aligned with global objectives
Lead, coach, and expand the regional sales team, fostering a high-performance, client-centric culture
Identify, originate, and close new business opportunities with institutional clients including pension funds, sovereign wealth funds, central banks and insurers
Build and maintain strong relationships with key clients, industry influencers, and internal stakeholders
Collaborate with product management to ensure market needs are reflected in solution development and positioning
Represent the firm in industry events, conferences, and regulatory discussions across the region
Maintain oversight of the sales pipeline, forecasts, and performance metrics, providing regular updates to senior leadership
Ensure compliance with internal governance standards and local regulatory requirements