Account Executive - Financial Services

Position Purpose

We are seeking an ambitious and accomplished Account Executive, Data Sales to drive revenue growth for EIU's data and API products within the Financial Services sector across The US.

This role requires a seasoned sales professional with deep industry knowledge, a strong client network, and the ability to translate complex technical solutions into compelling commercial value propositions.

Reporting to the Global Head of B2B Subscription Sales, the individual will play a critical role in expanding EIU's footprint across financial institutions, strengthening our positioning as a trusted data partner, and contributing to our broader enterprise subscription strategy.

A key aspect of success will be collaborating with existing sales teams across The Economist Group (TEG) to leverage established relationships and drive sales growth.

Key Accountabilities

Business Development

• Identify new business opportunities across banking, asset management, hedge funds, insurance, and fintech sectors.
• Build and manage a robust pipeline of qualified opportunities through strategic prospecting, networking, and disciplined forecasting.
• Expand EIU's reach into new financial services sub-sectors and US geographies.
• Develop trusted relationships with clients across the buy side and sell side.

Revenue Generation & Sales Execution

• Own the full sales cycle - from prospecting to contract execution.
• Consistently deliver against quarterly and annual sales targets.
• Lead negotiations of commercial terms with C-suite and procurement stakeholders.
• Apply insight-led, consultative selling to position EIU's data products as essential strategic tools.

Market & Product Expertise

• Develop a deep understanding of client workflows, regulatory drivers, and industry data needs.
• Maintain awareness of trends in data consumption, APIs, and fintech innovation.
• Understand programmatic delivery (APIs, Feeds, Marketplaces) and the infrastructure supporting enterprise data use.
• Provide structured feedback to product, engineering, and marketing teams to inform product development and go-to-market strategy.

Collaboration & Leadership

• Partner with internal teams across EIU and TEG to align product capabilities with client demand.
• Collaborate with colleagues across business units to maximise relationship value and cross-sell opportunities.
• Contribute to a culture of commercial excellence, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

Required Skills & Experience

• Minimum 7 years of enterprise sales experience with a track record of exceeding targets in selling data, APIs or DaaS s into Financial Services.
• Proven success selling data products to the buy side and sell side.
• Strong understanding of capital markets, asset management, or insurance workflows, and how data drives decision-making.
• Demonstrated experience in licensing and commercial models underpinning enterprise data distribution.
• Established relationships across global financial institutions.
• Exceptional consultative sales and solution-selling capabilities with strong negotiation skills.
• Ability to grasp complex API/data offerings and articulate them in clear, commercial terms.
• Excellent presentation, pitching, and interpersonal skills at both technical and executive levels.
• Proficiency in Salesforce, Sales Navigator, and Excel; experience with SalesLoft and Highspot a plus.
• Self-motivated, commercially focused, and able to thrive in a high-growth, fast-paced environment.

Core Competencies

• Solution and Value-Based Selling
• Strategic Thinking & Commercial Acumen
• Influencing & Negotiation
• Results Orientation & Accountability
• Client Centricity
• Collaboration & Team Leadership
• Market & Product Insight

Pay and benefits

The expected base salary for this position ranges from USD $150,000-$165,000 plus commission ($300,000-$330,000 OTE). It is not typical for offers to be made at or near the top of the range. Rather, salary offers are based on a wide range of factors including relevant skills, training, experience, education, and, where applicable, licensure or certifications obtained. Market and organizational factors are also considered. In addition to base salary and a competitive benefits package, successful candidates may be eligible to receive a discretionary bonus based on role and level.

Join Us

Join The Economist Intelligence Unit and help global financial leaders interpret the forces shaping markets. You will represent one of the world's most trusted and respected intelligence brands - empowering clients to make confident, data-driven decisions.

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Working Arrangements

The majority of our roles operate on a hybrid working pattern, with 3+ days office attendance required.

AI usage for your application

We are an innovative organisation that encourages the use of technology. We recognise that candidates may utilise AI tools to support with their job application process. However, it is essential that all information you provide truthfully and accurately reflects your own experience, skills, and qualifications.

What we offer

Our benefits package is designed to support your wellbeing, growth, and work-life balance. It includes a highly competitive pension or 401(k) plan, private health insurance, and 24/7 access to counselling and wellbeing resources through our Employee Assistance Program.

We also offer a range of lifestyle benefits, including our Work From Anywhere program, which allows you to work from any location where you have the legal right to do so for up to 25 days per year. In addition, we provide generous annual and parental leave, as well as dedicated days off for volunteering and even for moving home.

You will also be given free access to all The Economist content, including an online subscription, our range of apps, podcasts and more.