NielsenIQ

Director, Sales - Consumer Financial Services

NielsenIQ$141K — $165K *
Finance & Insurance
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 10+ years of experience in data-driven sales specifically within consumer & retail banking sectors.
  • Strong relationships with leading retail banks and brokerages.
  • Demonstrated history of account growth in both user engagement and revenue.
  • Deep understanding of the competitive landscape in consumer analytics.
  • Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, or Marketing is required.
  • Ability to align NielsenIQ's products with client needs in a clear manner.
  • Excellent communication skills, including verbal, written, and presentation capabilities.

Responsibilities

  • Collect and analyze market intelligence to aid in product development.
  • Engage prospects through systematic calls and emails to promote products.
  • Manage new business opportunities from initial engagement to sales closure.
  • Create and present internal reports to management as needed.
  • Participate in continuous training and professional development programs.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive healthcare benefits, including medical, Rx, dental, and vision.
  • Flexible spending accounts and Health Savings Account with company contributions.
  • 401(k) retirement plan with company matching.
  • Paid time off program and 11 paid holidays.
  • Tuition reimbursement and support for continued education.
  • Access to LinkedIn Learning for professional development.
Full Job Description
Location: US-Remote, candidates must be based in US at time of application About this job NielsenIQ is looking to fill a new role focused on the Consumer Banking, Card Issuers, Payment Processors, Insurers, Financial Technology & Retail Brokerage space. We are seeking a Salesperson with 10+ years of experience selling data-driven research / products / services to this community. Candidates must be passionate about consumer & retail banking, data, analytics and technology. Candidates must also be very comfortable interacting with clients & prospects over the phone and in person. Responsibilities • Gather market intelligence and contribute to new product development. • Systematically call / email prospects to market NielsenIQ's products. • Manage a pipeline of new business from initial conversation to close of sale. • Provide internal reports to management as required. • Participate in ongoing training / developmental programs. Qualifications • A minimum of 10+ years of experience selling data-driven research / products / services to the consumer & retail banking community. • Strong relationships with top retail banks & brokerages. • Proven ability to grow accounts over time - both from an end-user and revenue perspective. • Extensive knowledge of the competitive landscape in the consumer analytics space. • Strong knowledge across NIQ's core Strategic Analytics & Insights products & capabilities. • Bachelor's degree required, preferably in Finance, Economics or Marketing. • Ability to translate NIQ product offerings into how this could translate into supporting a client's needs. • 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 in to, and represent the firm, at all levels within an 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. Industry-Specific Qualifications • Consumer Banks: Identify emerging customer behaviors, optimize cross-sell opportunities, and improve deposit growth strategies. • Retail Brokerage & Crypto: Track investor sentiment and transaction trends to inform product development and marketing. US 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) Additional Information This role has a market-competitive salary with an anticipated base compensation of the following range: $141,500.00 - $165,000.00 USD. Actual salaries will vary depending on a candidate's experience, qualifications, skills, and location. This role is eligible for a sales-based incentive or performance-based bonus. Other benefits include flexible working environment, comprehensive health insurance, industry-leading parental leave, life insurance, education support and more. #LI-Remote Our Benefits • Flexible working environment • Volunteer time off • LinkedIn Learning • Employee-Assistance-Program (EAP) NIQ may utilize artificial intelligence (AI) tools at various stages of the recruitment process, including résumé screening, candidate assessments, interview scheduling, job matching, communication support, and certain administrative tasks that help streamline workflows. These tools are intended to improve efficiency and support fair and consistent evaluation based on job-related criteria. All use of AI is governed by NIQ's principles of fairness, transparency, human oversight, and inclusion. Final hiring decisions are made exclusively by humans. NIQ regularly reviews its AI tools to help mitigate bias and ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations. If you have questions, require accommodations, or wish to request human review were permitted by law, please contact your local HR representative. For more information, please visit NIQ's AI Safety Policies and Guiding Principles: https://nielseniq.com/global/en/info/niqs-ai-safety-policies/

About NielsenIQ

NielsenIQ is a global measurement and data analytics company that provides insights into consumer behavior and media consumption. The company was founded in 1923 as the AC Nielsen Company and has since grown to become a leading provider of market research and audience measurement services. NielsenIQ operates in over 100 countries and has a diverse client base that includes media companies, advertisers, and consumer goods manufacturers. The company's services include audience measurement, advertising effectiveness, consumer insights, and product innovation. NielsenIQ is known for its Nielsen TV ratings, which are used to determine the popularity of television programs and inform advertising decisions.
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