Account Executive (Climate & Sustainability)

Let’s be #BrilliantTogether ISS STOXX is looking for a Sales Specialist to support our sales efforts across the Americas region for our market leading suite of Sustainability & Climate Solutions. To succeed in this role, you will need to have a genuine interest in the area of Sustainable and Responsible investments, along with a financial background and demonstrated sales experience. The role requires a high level of technical acumen, attention to detail, the ability to understand front office needs and strong collaboration skills. Responsibilities Achieve revenue goals by identifying and closing upsells for existing clients and sales to prospective clients Grow ISS STOXX market share, recognition and perception within the investment management and asset owner community Continuously assess Sustainability data market opportunities, define and update a sales plan for territory and discuss with management Build and maintain relationships amongst prospects Record all client and prospect contacts and all meeting and telephone activity information into firm's CRM system Share relevant industry and opportunity information across the sales group and with other departments Qualifications A minimum of 5-7 years’ experience closing new business above target and relationship management within the financial services industry. Bachelor or master’s degree with a background in Finance, Economics, or other related discipline is preferred Track record of relationship management, business development and / revenue generation either selling directly or through strategic partners Demonstrated relationship and project management skills with the ability to work to tight deadlines Strong multi-tasking skills, with expert judgment to help set priorities Excellent organizational and verbal skills Absolute personal and business integrity The expected base pay range for this role based in Boston, MA is $85,000 - $120,000 per year. Exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience, and level of education. The role is bonus or incentive eligible. #LI-JB1 #MIDSENIOR #SALES #ESG What You Can Expect from Us At ISS STOXX, our people are our driving force. We are committed to building a culture that values diverse skills, perspectives, and experiences. We hire the best talent in our industry and empower them with the resources, support, and opportunities to grow—professionally and personally. Together, we foster an environment that fuels creativity, drives innovation, and shapes our future success. Let’s empower, collaborate, and inspire. Let’s be #BrilliantTogether. About ISS STOXX ISS STOXX GmbH is a leading provider of research and technology solutions for the financial market. Established in 1985, we offer top-notch benchmark and custom indices globally, helping clients identify investment opportunities and manage portfolio risks. Our services cover corporate governance, sustainability, cyber risk, and fund intelligence. Majority-owned by Deutsche Börse Group, ISS STOXX has over 3,400 professionals in 33 locations worldwide, serving around 6,400 clients, including institutional investors and companies focused on ESG, cyber, and governance risk. Clients trust our expertise to make informed decisions for their stakeholders' benefit. Visit our website: https://www.issgovernance.com View additional open roles: https://www.issgovernance.com/join-the-iss-team/ We are proud to offer the following featured benefits Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage 401(k) with a company match up to 9%, including a Safe Harbor contribution Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and commuter benefit programs Generous paid time off Volunteer Day Paid parental leave Hybrid working options Institutional Shareholder Services Inc. 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Messages sent for other purposes, such as following up on an application or other technical issues not related to a disability, will not receive a response. Let's empower, collaborate, and inspire one another. Let's be #BrilliantTogether! ISS STOXX GmbH, through its group companies, is a leading provider of comprehensive and data-centric research and technology solutions that help capital market participants identify investment opportunities, detect qualitative and quantitative portfolio company risks, and meet evolving regulatory requirements. With roots dating back to 1985, we today deliver world-class benchmark and custom indices across asset classes and geographies and serve as a premier source of independent corporate governance, sustainability, cyber risk, and fund intelligence research, data, and related offerings. Our products and services give clients the scale and leverage they need to grow their business more effectively and efficiently. ISS STOXX, which is majority owned by Deutsche Börse Group, is comprised of more than 3,400 professionals operating across 33 global locations in 19 countries. Its approximately 6,400 clients include many of the world’s leading institutional investors who turn to ISS STOXX for its objective and varied offerings, as well as companies focused on ESG, cyber, and governance risk mitigation as a shareholder value enhancing measure. Clients rely on ISS STOXX’s expertise to help them make informed decisions to benefit their stakeholders.