About This Role

This role sits within Preqin, a part of BlackRock. Preqin plays a key role in how we are revolutionizing private markets data and technology for clients globally, complementing our existing Aladdin technology platform to deliver investment solutions for the whole portfolio.

We are looking for an experienced, motivated sales team member who will be responsible for identifying, developing, and closing new subscription agreements with some of the largest and most reputable firms in the market, as well as, growing existing client contracts.

In this role, you will be responsible for strategic planning a designated sales territory and will be required to take full ownership within your jurisdiction. The role requires you to successfully meet sales agendas and exceed monthly net sales quotas. You will have the ability to make an immediate sales impact and to develop a strong pipeline within a set sales territory. Based on revenue generation, exemplary behavior, and strong organizational skills you will have the opportunity to develop a successful career at Preqin, and the wider Blackrock organization.

What You'll Be Doing

Manage the sales process from beginning to end, securing introductions with decision makers, achieving, and surpassing your sales quota.
Develop a pipeline of new business opportunities within a defined sales territory
Provide prospective new business clients with an understanding of Preqin's products and offerings while developing new relationships with key stakeholders at each firm.
Collaborate with the Account Management division, that manages existing client relationships, and be ready to lead on upsell opportunities for new products and/or teams, and shape commercial discussions targeted at expanding value to the customer and Preqin
Provide clients and prospects with detailed proposals, product demonstrations, and consultations (in person preferred, or via phone).
Stay proactive in learning: Continuously build knowledge of our evolving solutions, features, and client use cases

What You'll Bring To Us

Proven sales experience in an account management and/or new business role (in a similar discipline preferred: financial services, alternative investments, B2B SaaS sales, solution selling)
Proven track record in hitting sales quota
Negotiation skills as it relates to renewal upsells, cross-selling, and additional product add-ons.
Working knowledge of the financial market data space, alternative assets, and financial services industries

Our Benefits

To help you stay energized, engaged and inspired, we offer a wide range of benefits including a strong retirement plan, tuition reimbursement, comprehensive healthcare, support for working parents and Flexible Time Off (FTO) so you can relax, recharge and be there for the people you care about.

Our hybrid work model

BlackRock's hybrid work model is designed to enable a culture of collaboration and apprenticeship that enriches the experience of our employees, while supporting flexibility for all. Employees are currently required to work at least 4 days in the office per week, with the flexibility to work from home 1 day a week. Some business groups may require more time in the office due to their roles and responsibilities. We remain focused on increasing the impactful moments that arise when we work together in person – aligned with our commitment to performance and innovation. As a new joiner, you can count on this hybrid model to accelerate your learning and onboarding experience here at BlackRock.

About BlackRock

At BlackRock, we are all connected by one mission: to help more and more people experience financial well-being. Our clients, and the people they serve, are saving for retirement, paying for their children's educations, buying homes and starting businesses. Their investments also help to strengthen the global economy: support businesses small and large; finance infrastructure projects that connect and power cities; and facilitate innovations that drive progress.

This mission would not be possible without our smartest investment – the one we make in our employees. It's why we're dedicated to creating an environment where our colleagues feel welcomed, valued and supported with networks, benefits and development opportunities to help them thrive.

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BlackRock is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to age, disability, family status, gender identity, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation and other protected attributes at law.

Business Development, Vice President