Analytics Sales, Vice President

The Sales Specialist is responsible for maintaining existing client relationships as well as new business development for all MSCI Analytics products. Each person travels within their respective sales territory to meet with clients regarding new products as well as enhancements to existing products. The role entails positioning and closing sales for a suite of quantitative investment decision support tools from large scale enterprise risk systems to specialized portfolio optimization software. The prospect set includes current clients as well as our prospective clients. Sales Specialists use their knowledge of the risk and investment management process modern portfolio theory and data model distribution platforms (Bloomberg Factset Thompson etc.) to identify solutions using MSCI Barra and Risk Metrics tools for their clients. This role is a highly visible one with involvement in all aspects of an account including senior level relationship management product demonstrations contract negotiation sales closing product setup and this role individuals will work very closely with global Client Service Client Consultants Marketing Product Management and Finance / billing departments.

Total Relationship Management involving:

High level management contact

Strategic planning with accounts

New product placement

Answer detailed client inquiries about MSCI Barra products and methodologies

Achieve targeted revenue and strategic client segment goals

Inform all clients about MSCI Barras products announcements projects etc.

Work with other departments (Client service Legal Contracts Billing etc.) to ensure that all client requests / inquiries are managed appropriately

Maintain accurate records regarding account visits client conversations finalized contracts etc.

Proactively solicit client feedback regarding new initiatives and future product development

Provide feedback from clients to Marketing Sales Research and Product Development groups

Superior communication and time management skills with the ability to handle multiple projects

Strong sales closing skills

Strong analytic and quantitative skills

Understanding of / experience dealing with major international institutions including Asset Managers Hedge Funds Broker / Dealers.

Strong understanding of the global equity markets.

A self starter and highly motivated; ability to work individually and within a team

Thorough understanding of the Investment Management Process

5 years of experience in the financial service industry including direct sales experience with a proven record of accomplishment. Someone who enjoys intellectual and analytical challenges

What we offer you

• Transparent compensation schemes and comprehensive employee benefits tailored to your location ensuring your financial security health and overall wellbeing.

• Flexible working arrangements advanced technology and collaborative workspaces.

• A culture of high performance and innovation where we experiment with new ideas and take responsibility for achieving results.

• A global network of talented colleagues who inspire support and share their expertise to innovate and deliver for our clients.

• Global Orientation program to kickstart your journey followed by access to our platform LinkedIn Learning Pro and tailored learning opportunities for ongoing skills development.

• Multi-directional career paths that offer professional growth and development through new challenges internal mobility and expanded roles.

• We actively nurture an environment that builds a sense of inclusion belonging and connection including eight Employee Resource Groups. All Abilities Asian Support Network Black Leadership Network Climate Action Network Hola! MSCI Pride & Allies Women in Tech and Womens Leadership Forum.

At MSCI we are passionate about what we do and we are inspired by our purpose to power better investment decisions. Youll be part of an industry-leading network of creative curious and entrepreneurial pioneers. This is a space where you can challenge yourself set new standards and perform beyond expectations for yourself our clients and our industry.

MSCI is a leading provider of critical decision support tools and services for the global investment community. With over 50 years of expertise in research data and technology we power better investment decisions by enabling clients to understand and analyze key drivers of risk and return and confidently build more effective portfolios. We create industry-leading research-enhanced solutions that clients use to gain insight into and improve transparency across the investment process.

MSCI Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. It is the policy of the firm to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race color religion creed age sex gender gender identity sexual orientation national origin citizenship disability marital and civil partnership/union status pregnancy (including unlawful discrimination on the basis of a legally protected parental leave) veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. MSCI is also committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process please email and indicate the specifics of the assistance needed. Please note this e-mail is intended only for individuals who are requesting a reasonable workplace accommodation; it is not intended for other inquiries.

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