Director, Sales - Consumer Financial Services

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Hiring Remotely in New York, NY, USA
Remote or Hybrid
142K-165K Annually
Expert/Leader
Big Data • Information Technology
The world's leading consumer intelligence company.​
The Role
Leads sales of data-driven research, analytics, and insight products to consumer banking, brokerage, payments, insurance, fintech, and related financial-services clients. Responsibilities include prospecting, managing the sales pipeline through close, growing accounts, gathering market intelligence, supporting product development, presenting to clients, and reporting on sales activity. The role requires deep financial-services relationships, strong business-development capabilities, product knowledge, and the ability to achieve aggressive sales goals.
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Location: US-Remote, candidates must be based in US at time of application

Job Description

About this job

NielsenIQ is a leading market research firm. Our Financial Services team provides data driven strategic analytics & insights through first and third-party data sets.

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.  
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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 NIQ

NIQ is the world’s leading consumer intelligence company, delivering the most complete understanding of consumer buying behavior and revealing new pathways to growth. In 2023, NIQ combined with GfK, bringing together the two industry leaders with unparalleled global reach. With a holistic retail read and the most comprehensive consumer insights—delivered with advanced analytics through state-of-the-art platforms—NIQ delivers the Full View™. NIQ is an Advent International portfolio company with operations in 100+ markets, covering more than 90% of the world’s population.

For more information, visit NIQ.com

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Our commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

At NIQ, we are steadfast in our commitment to fostering an inclusive workplace that mirrors the rich diversity of the communities and markets we serve. We believe that embracing a wide range of perspectives drives innovation and excellence.  All employment decisions at NIQ are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws. We invite individuals who share our dedication to inclusivity and equity to join us in making a meaningful impact. To learn more about our ongoing efforts in diversity and inclusion, please visit the https://nielseniq.com/global/en/news-center/diversity-inclusion

Skills Required

  • 10+ years of experience selling data-driven research, products, or services to the consumer and retail banking community
  • Strong relationships with top retail banks and brokerages
  • Proven ability to grow accounts from both end-user and revenue perspectives
  • Extensive knowledge of the competitive landscape in consumer analytics
  • Strong knowledge of NIQ Strategic Analytics and Insights products and capabilities
  • Bachelor's degree
  • Ability to translate product offerings into solutions supporting client needs
  • Outstanding verbal, written, and presentation skills
  • Experience managing sales processes through phone calls, individual meetings, and group presentations
  • Proficiency with Microsoft PowerPoint, Excel, and Word
  • High motivation, initiative, independence, teamwork, and strong follow-through
  • Strong business development experience selling to and representing a firm at all organizational levels
  • Ability to maintain high activity levels and achieve aggressive sales goals
  • Ability to work with minimal supervision, structure, focus, and determination
  • Preferred academic background in Finance, Economics, or Marketing

NielsenIQ Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about NielsenIQ and has not been reviewed or approved by NielsenIQ.

  • Parental & Family Support Public materials highlight paid parental leave in the U.S., with additional paid disability time for birth parents. Parental leave is positioned as a standout element of the package.
  • Leave & Time Off Breadth Unlimited or flexible PTO is referenced alongside paid holidays and sick leave, providing broad time-off options in many roles. Actual use can vary by team norms, but the formal breadth is notable.
  • Flexible Benefits Work-from-home and hybrid arrangements are supported in many roles, with remote-friendly practices described across business lines. Flexibility is frequently positioned as a meaningful advantage.

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The Company
HQ: Chicago, IL
40,000 Employees
Year Founded: 1923

What We Do

NielsenIQ is the industry leader in global measurement and data analytics, and the most trusted source for retail and consumer intelligence. We deliver the complete truth to retailers, manufacturers, and our partners through our comprehensive data sets and powerful insights. We enable businesses to make critical decisions confidently, accelerating growth and optimizing performance.

Why Work With Us

We empower companies around the world to make bold decisions and transform their business with trusted data, solutions, and insights. Joining NielsenIQ means experiencing countless learning opportunities and gaining numerous pathways for growth.

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