Sales Director

Your main responsibilities:

• Identify and qualify asset management leads in the UK and Ireland. Develop a robust pipeline of sales opportunities and convert these into completed sales to meet global sales targets.
• Promote Kneip's value proposition within the asset management industry through proactive outreach, participation in industry conferences, and targeted campaigns.
• Demonstrate creativity in sales by combining offerings or creating unique solutions that deliver strong ROI or cost savings for the asset manager.
• Utilize a deep understanding of Kneip’s sales model, methodology, processes, and tools to communicate key information effectively.
• Maintain comprehensive knowledge of Kneip’s product and service portfolio, translating this into client business outcomes in sales cases.
• Continuously monitor buy-side industry trends and competitor activities to stay ahead in the market.

Your Profile:

• Advanced Sales Expertise managing complex and extended sales cycles.
• Skilled in creating new business opportunities identifying key decision-makers and closing new business.
• Proven ability in winning new clients with a focus on securing deals with new asset managers rather than upselling or cross-selling to existing clients.
• Experience working in the asset management industry within the UK and Ireland.
• Strong understanding of the asset management and financial services industry, including relevant regulations and industry trends.
• Willingness to Travel if needed.
• Fluency in English is required; proficiency in additional languages is advantageous.