Associate Account Executive (Financial Services)

About This Opportunity

We are representing a confidential financial technology organization in their search for an Associate Account Executive focused on Financial Services. Our client provides AI-driven market intelligence solutions to sophisticated institutional investors and research teams globally. This role is based in Ireland and offers the opportunity to drive new business development within hedge funds, asset management firms, investment banks, and private equity organizations.

As a sales professional on this team, you'll engage with analysts, portfolio managers, and research directors to deliver tailored solutions that address critical decision-making challenges in the investment community.

Responsibilities

• Own the complete sales cycle within your assigned territory, focusing on new business acquisition across buy-side and sell-side financial institutions
• Partner with sales development teams to identify, engage, and cultivate high-potential prospects within the financial services ecosystem
• Drive new client acquisition through consultative, value-based selling that uncovers business challenges and shapes compelling solutions
• Deliver product demonstrations that clearly communicate platform value and show how AI-driven insights transform investment decision-making
• Manage multiple concurrent product trials alongside technical specialists, ensuring exceptional client experiences and strong conversion outcomes
• Maintain a robust, high-velocity pipeline while delivering accurate forecasting and consistently meeting ambitious revenue targets
• Serve as a trusted advisor to prospects, collaborating with internal teams to share market feedback and influence product development

What We're Looking For

• 2+ years of SaaS sales experience in value-based, consultative environments with focus on Financial Services clients
• Proven track record engaging end-user personas including Analysts, Associates, and Portfolio Managers, with consistent achievement of new business targets
• Strong performance in dynamic, fast-paced environments with ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously
• Curiosity and coachability—skilled at uncovering business challenges, receptive to feedback, and committed to continuous development
• Proficiency with modern sales processes and technology stacks, with ability to conduct effective product demonstrations
• Excellent communication skills with ability to articulate complex value propositions to diverse stakeholders
• Solid understanding of the Financial Services sector and awareness of key challenges facing buy-side and sell-side organizations
• Initiative, resilience, and strong work ethic with demonstrated ability to hunt and close new business

How We Work With You

Candidates apply directly through Get A Job.ai. Our recruiting team will conduct an initial screening to understand your background and career goals. Qualified candidates will then be presented to our client for consideration. Please do not attempt to contact the hiring organization directly—all communication and interview coordination will be managed through our talent team to ensure a professional process for all parties.

Pay

Compensation details will be discussed during the screening process based on experience and qualifications.

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