Sales Director, Debt

Sales Director, Debt & CreditPlease make an application promptly if you are a good match for this role due to high levels of interest.We’re a leading Investor Services group offering end-to-end services in administration, accounting, reporting, regulatory and compliance needs of the investment sector worldwide.We employ a global workforce of 5,800+ people across 25 jurisdictions and have assets under administration exceeding US$750 billion. We work with 13 of the world’s top 15 private equity firms.Above all, what makes us different is our people. Operating as trusted partners to our clients, we deliver intelligent solutions through technical expertise and strong relationships based on deep client understanding.Job DescriptionThe Sales Director, Debt & Credit, is responsible for driving the execution of the global debt & credit sales strategy for IQ‑EQ Group’s clients, ensuring this drives the company's key objective of profitable organic growth. The role will be accountable for achieving an agreed organic growth target and for rolling out a consistent Go‑to‑Market strategy globally. The role also focuses on ensuring consistent pricing in line with the agreed pricing model and working with clients and teams to improve client profitability where required.ResponsibilitiesDrive the roll out and monitor the execution of a global Debt & Credit Sales StrategySet up and maintain a framework and platform to stimulate commercial collaboration for debt & credit clients and new opportunities between the IQ‑EQ officesSupport the continuous development of IQ‑EQ’s global value proposition for debt & credit clientsDevelop a consultative approach to differentiate our offering versus competitionConduct market research, client and competitor analysis to identify new business opportunitiesExpand service offering with new partnerships for debt & credit clients working closely with Global Head of DCM&CAssist with Tier 1 Debt & Credit pitches and increase conversion rate of debt & credit RFPs with working closely on multi‑jurisdictional deals with Global Sales EnablementCollaborate closely with the Head of DCM&C on identifying loan administration opportunities among our debt & credit client base in addition to our fund administration and ancillary productsTogether with local CCOs ensure accurate and timely pipeline management and conversion of key debt & credit opportunitiesManage and monitor pricing policy across the Group for debt & credit prospective clientsDevelop business partner relationships via proactive & coordinated planning with regional CCOs and join key business partner meetingsBuild strategic relationships with key decision‑makers within Tier 1 debt & credit clients of the Group, and join/lead SRR client reviewsEnsure that Client Plans are developed and maintained for key debt & credit clients, setting out our approach to maximise revenue growth opportunities with each client through up‑sell and commercial collaborationUsing available management information, monitor long‑term profitability of key debt & credit client relationships and assist local teams if required in negotiations to increase profitabilityEstablish any gaps in the provision of a best practice solution for Debt & Credit and address accordingly. Consider any technology enhancements and, in conjunction with Global Head of DCM&C, engage with Operations and Technology in establishing solutions which may enhance our offering and expedite delivery and increase our win rateMonitor market and identify lift‑out opportunities of debt & credit managers working closely with Global Head of DCM&CActively promote a constructive “pro‑compliance” culture at Local, Regional, and Group levelLiaise with Group marketing and Global Head of DCM&C to set out business development plan objectives for debt & credit using brand profile, marketing collateral and event management and responsible for thought leadership initiatives for debt & credit including LinkedIn campaigns in the sectorEnsure target market/sector awareness and market intelligence to support new product development & promotionKey CompetenciesDrives vision and purposeEnsures accountabilityStrategic mindsetFinancial acumenGlobal perspectiveManages complexityDrive engagementKey BehavioursPositivityHigh energyRelationship buildingTaking ownershipResiliencePrioritisationProactivityEvidence By The Following BehavioursEffective influencing skills and an ability to lead within asset class and collaborate with cross segment leadsEvidence of role‑modeling effective skills as a team player and promoting teamwork and collaboration amongst othersEvidence of commitment to high standard of customer service based on understanding needs and delivering solutionsHighly effective listening skills and able to make and communicate rational judgments in a decisive mannerContinuously represent and promote IQ‑EQ as “one company” within and outside the organisation with an entrepreneurial spiritQualificationsDegree in Accounting, Law, Business Management or a related field, and at least one U.S. recognised, relevant professional qualificationBackground Experience15+ years’ experience in the Debt & Credit sector, a portion of which at senior leadership level. Proven experience in commercial client‑facing roles, and experience with Big4 or asset manager is an advantage. Specialisation in debt & credit is required. Extensive experience in alternative investment funds, debt & credit technologies, regulatory environment, structures and debt origination, loan administration and securitisation structures. Demonstrated accomplishments in Sales and Business Development.Company, Product And Market KnowledgeUnderstanding of business process management and optimisation, as well as the principle of continuous improvementManagement and LeadershipSuperior management skills and track record in senior leadership roleAdditional InformationAs a forward‑looking business, sustainability is integral to our strategy and operations. Our sustainability depends on building and maintaining meaningful, long‑term relationships with all our stakeholders while also reducing our impact on our natural environment. We’re committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable and diverse culture for our people, led by our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion steering committee.Our learning and development programmes enable us to invest in growing our employees’ careers, while our hybrid working approach supports our employees in achieving balance and flexibility while remaining connected to their colleagues. xpwpeyx We want to empower our 5,500+ employees – from 94 nationalities, speaking 41 languages across 25 countries –to each achieve their potential.#J-18808-Ljbffr