Senior Index Sales

About the Role

Euronext is seeking an entrepreneurial Senior Index Salesperson to accelerate the growth of its Index Solutions business across Europe.

This is a senior individual contributor role ideal for someone who thrives on building and deepening relationships with a broad range of clients including institutional asset managers asset owners ETF issuers investment banks insurance companies private banks wealth managers Hedge Funds and structured products providers. You will leverage your established network and market expertise to originate new opportunities win index mandates and drive the adoption of Euronext indices across ETFs structured products investment funds mandates and other index-linked investment solutions.

We are looking for a self-starter with a proven track record in index sales benchmark licensing ETF-related solutions structured products index related data products and a strong presence within the institutional investment community. This is an exciting opportunity to make a real impact as a senior individual contributor focusing on client engagement and business development in a dynamic and innovative environment. The role reports directly into the Head of Index Sales.

Key Responsibilities

Business Development

• Strong commercial acumen with a proven ability to develop and execute successful commercial strategies targeting a broad range of institutional clients across Europe.

• Demonstrated track record of originating and closing new benchmark licensing opportunities with institutional asset managers asset owners ETF issuers banks insurance companies private banks wealth managers and structured products providers.

• In-depth understanding of the index ecosystem and experience driving the adoption of indices across ETFs structured products funds certificates discretionary mandates and model portfolio solutions.

• Results-driven approach with a history of delivering annual revenue targets through both new business generation and the expansion of existing client relationships.

• Excellent pipeline management skills with the ability to build prioritise and maintain a robust pipeline of opportunities and provide accurate sales forecasting.

• Strong relationship-building and negotiation skills supported by an established network within the institutional investment community.

• Self-motivated entrepreneurial mindset with the ability to work independently as a senior individual contributor in a dynamic and innovative environment.

• Strong knowledge of the institutional RFP market with successful track record in managing RFP processes front to end coordinating with Index Structuring and other internal stakeholders

Strategic Client Management

• Develop senior executive relationships with leading institutional investors and financial institutions.

• Create and execute strategic account plans for key clients identifying opportunities across index solutions and the broader Euronext ecosystem.

• Engage with CIOs portfolio managers product heads structuring teams ETF specialists and investment strategists to identify new mandate opportunities.

• Position Euronext as a long-term strategic partner for index innovation and investment solutions.

Market Development & Product Innovation

• Partner with Index Design Research Product Management and Engineering teams to develop innovative benchmark solutions tailored to client needs.

• Identify emerging trends and commercial opportunities across ETFs structured products thematic investing quantitative strategies ESG active ETFs and custom benchmarks.

• Represent Euronext at industry conferences client events and market forums.

• Contribute to the continued growth and strategic positioning of Euronext Index Solutions across Europe.

Candidate Profile

Experience

• A minimum of eight years experience in index sales benchmark licensing ETF sales investment solutions structured products market data or other relevant institutional financial services roles

• A clear and proven track record of generating revenue and securing mandates within the institutional investment community.

• An established and demonstrable network of senior relationships with institutional clients such as asset managers asset owners ETF issuers banks insurance companies private banks wealth managers and structured products providers across Europe.

• Proven experience engaging directly with senior decision makers and successfully managing complex multi-stakeholder sales processes from origination to close.

Market & Product Knowledge

Strong understanding of:

• Index licensing and benchmark solutions

• ETF product development and benchmark selection

• Institutional asset management

• Structured products manufacturing and distribution

• Wealth management and private banking channels

• Insurance investment products

• Custom thematic factor and ESG indices

• Asset-linked revenue models

Skills

• Exceptional business development and relationship management capabilities.

• Strong commercial mindset with a proven track record of revenue generation.

• Executive presence and ability to influence senior stakeholders.

• Strategic thinker with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Entrepreneurial self-driven and comfortable operating in a fast-growing business.

• Fluency in English is a must other European language (French / German) preferred

• Excellent presentation negotiation and communication skills.

Education

• Bachelors or Masters degree in Finance Economics Business or a related discipline.

• CFA CAIA or other relevant professional qualifications are advantageous.

Why Join Euronext

Euronext Index Solutions is one of the fastest-growing businesses within Euronext supported by significant investments in sales index design data and technology. As part of our long-term growth strategy we are expanding our institutional client coverage and strengthening our position as the leading independent partner for custom benchmarks and investment solutions.

This role offers a unique opportunity to shape the future growth of the business work directly with senior leadership and build strategic relationships with some of the most influential institutions across the European investment industry.

Euronext Values

Unity

We respect and value the people we work with

We are unified through a common purpose

We embrace diversity and strive for inclusion

Integrity

We value transparency communicate honestly and share information openly

We act with integrity in everything we do

We dont hide our mistakes and we learn from them

Agility

We act with a sense of urgency and decisiveness

We are adaptable responsive and embrace change

We take smart risks

Energy

We are positively driven to make a difference and challenge the status quo

We focus on and encourage personal leadership

We motivate each other with our ambition

Accountability

We deliver maximum value to our customers and stakeholders

We take ownership and are accountable for the outcome

We reward and celebrate performance

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate against individuals on the basis of race gender age citizenship religion sexual orientation gender identity or expression disability or any other legally protected factor. We value the unique talents of all our people who come from diverse backgrounds with different personal experiences and points of view and we are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect.

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