Sales & Contract Management Specialist, Italy at ION Group

Milan, Lombardy, Italy

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Mid-level (3 to 4 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Financial Services, BankingIndustries

Requirements

Master’s degree with honors in Management, Engineering, Legal or quantitative disciplines
Desirable experience in consulting firms (1-2 years)
Knowledge of the Financial Services sector and Core Banking
Strong commercial acumen and excellent interpersonal skills
Excellent command of Italian and English
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office (PowerPoint, Excel, Word)
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills and attention to details
Excellent time management and ability to meet deadlines

Responsibilities

Draft and finalize commercial offers in coordination with Commercial and Technical teams, ensuring accuracy and timely delivery
Manage contractual documentation for renewals, extensions, and new agreements, acting as a liaison between Sales teams
Coordinate tender processes by involving internal teams (technical, legal, commercial) to ensure strategic and timely responses
Develop commercial proposals aligned with company strategy and tailored to different competitive scenarios
Centralize and update client-related documentation
Support the management of commercial documentation in accordance with ION standards
Handle commercial back-office and administrative activities
Continuously update the knowledge base (templates, best practices, response models, document repository)
Analyze tender documentation (RFI, RFP, RFQ, Tender) and interpret technical, functional, and commercial requirements

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Contract ManagementCommercial ProposalsTender CoordinationRFI AnalysisRFP AnalysisRFQ AnalysisSales SupportDocument ManagementAdministrative Activities

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What employment type and contract is offered for this role?

The position offers a full-time permanent employment contract.

Where is this position located?

The role is based in Milan or Parma, Italy.

What qualifications and skills are required for this position?

A Master’s degree with honors in Management, Engineering, Legal or quantitative disciplines is required, along with desirable 1-2 years experience in consulting firms, knowledge of Financial Services and Core Banking, strong commercial acumen, excellent Italian and English, advanced Microsoft Office skills, and strong analytical, problem-solving, time management abilities.

What is the work environment like at Cedacri/ION Group?

Selected candidates will work in a dynamic and innovative environment, collaborating with cross-functional teams including Commercial, Technical, and Legal to achieve business objectives.

What makes a strong candidate for this Sales & Contract Management Specialist role?

Strong candidates will have a Master’s degree with honors in relevant disciplines, experience in consulting or Financial Services/Core Banking, advanced language and MS Office skills, plus excellent commercial acumen, analytical abilities, and time management to handle tenders, contracts, and commercial proposals effectively.

ION Group

Automation technology for financial sector clients

About ION Group

ION Group specializes in automation technology tailored for the financial sector, primarily serving institutional clients like investment banks, asset managers, and brokers. The company provides advanced software solutions that enhance trading, processing, and risk management activities in global financial markets. ION's products include sophisticated software platforms and APIs that enable clients to connect seamlessly to various trading venues and exchanges, ensuring efficient and accurate transactions. Unlike many competitors, ION stands out by acquiring entrepreneurial firms, which allows it to remain agile and responsive to market changes. The company's goal is to enhance efficiency and reduce operational risks for its clients through automation and innovative technology.

London, United KingdomHeadquarters

1998Year Founded

$426.5MTotal Funding

GROWTH_EQUITY_VCCompany Stage

Enterprise Software, FintechIndustries

5,001-10,000Employees

Benefits

Health, dental, and vision insurance

AD&D and disability insurance

Flexible spending account

Health savings account

Life insurance

Mental health care

401K plan

Performance bonus

Supplemental workers' compensation

Family medical leave & parental leave

PTO, paid holidays, sick days, bereavement leave, and volunteer time off

Commuter checks

Company social events

Employee assistance program

Free lunch

mobile phone discount

Risks

Complexity in consolidating trading platforms may lead to operational inefficiencies.

US Treasury market's clearing mandate could impose significant compliance costs.

Potential global tariffs by Trump administration may disrupt ION's global operations.

Differentiation

ION Group specializes in automation technology for the financial sector.

The company offers sophisticated software platforms and APIs for seamless trading.

ION Group constantly innovates to enhance efficiency and reduce operational risks.

Upsides

Increased demand for automation drives innovation in AI-driven trading platforms.

The rise of DeFi creates opportunities for blockchain integration in financial services.

Growing importance of ESG criteria pushes adoption of efficient reporting tools.

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