My client are looking for a driven, motivated individual with a combination of strong market risk knowledge coupled with proven experience in business development. The role offers the chance to join a small but successful sales team who focus on the MENA region. The company provide a market leading solution which provides risk management analytics to financial institutions globally through a network of offices in the US, Europe, Asia and the Middle East. They offer a diverse suite of products that deliver solutions through a combination of advanced technology, modelling, analytics and proprietary data which facilitates their clients ability to make strategic investment decisions.
The Sales consultant will be responsible for developing new business as well as maintaining and enhancing existing client relationships. The role requires the Sales Consultant to engage in senior relationships management (at CEO, CIO, CRO level), demonstrate the product capability to new and existing clients and take responsibility for contract negotiation.

Requirements:
The successful individual is likely to have a combination of market risk knowledge or experience as well as a proven ability to sell and provide solutions to high level decision makers. Previous experience in a target driven sales role is strongly preferred. You will possess a thorough understanding of the Investment Management Process and good understanding of the global equity markets.
Experience dealing with a client base which includes Asset Managers, Private Banks, Broker/Dealers, Pension Funds and Consultants. You will need excellent communication and time management skills with the ability to handle multiple projects. You will be a team player who is able to work individually as well as part of a small, successful team. The client have a strong preference for an Arabic speaker. You should currently be based in the MENA region who a good understanding of the key industry players within the MENA Financial Markets arena.