Infopro Digital | Business Development Manager

* Sales*
Permanent *
Singapore Business Development ManagerBusiness Development Manager*
Published on20 December 2024 *
LocationSingapore *
Contrat typePermanent * Sales*
Permanent *
Singapore **Business Development Manager**The best of both worlds. That is what a position with Infopro Digital offers you. We are first a global company with 4,000 employees and annual revenues of over half a billion dollars, with a presence in 18 countries. Through our market-leading brands, we serve five professional communities – risk and insurance, automotive aftermarket, construction, retail, and industrials – enabling our clients to make informed business decisions and create new opportunities. Secondly, our global brands focused on the financial services industry, known collectively as Risk Global, is a 300-person organization with offices in Hong Kong, London, Nashville, and New York. Working at Risk Global means being part of a company that has strong financial backing, while at the same time giving you the power to truly make a difference. Risk Global portfolio of businesses include Central Banking, Chartis Research, Risk.net and Waters Technology. Through our proprietary information platforms, we create unique market insight and technical content for senior risk, technology and trading professionals at banks, asset managers and insurers. In addition, we create high-value marketing services and research solutions to service providers who seek access to our engaged communities. Our people are passionate about delivering the best possible outcome for the customers and markets we serve. We are an impact-driven and entrepreneurial business that provides support while at the same time trusting great people to do great things. We are collaborative and move fast, with our people developing new skills even faster. Thanks to our global reach and international locations, we celebrate and expect diverse perspectives, and we believe these add to the richness of our business. We are committed to an inclusive workplace where everyone can be themselves. We also realize everyone has a life outside of work, and we offer flexible solutions to make sure everyone has a healthy work-life balance. **OVERVIEW OF THE ROLE**The Infopro Digital Business Development Manager position is a team-oriented, quota carrying role that will focus on revenue generation for the Global Financial Market brands, specifically selling our Risk.Net, FX Markets and Waters Technology products to clients globally. This role will sell enterprise access to our subscriptions and memberships to new clients, whilst working alongside the Account Management team to ensure clients buy our full suite of products. The Business Development Manager will work with an entrepreneurial mindset that demonstrates drive, initiative, energy and a sense of urgency. You will work closely with senior leadership and cross-functional teams to develop strategic initiatives that support the company’s objectives in the financial services industry. You will be expected to leverage your expertise and networks to generate leads, close high-value deals, and expand the company’s footprint in key global markets. **KEY TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES**Strategic Planning: Collaborate with internal teams to develop and execute a strategic business development plan that aligns with the company’s goals and targets in the global financial market. Sales and Negotiation: Lead the sales process from lead generation to contract negotiations, ensuring the successful closure of deals. This includes conducting presentations, proposals, and product demonstrations tailored to the needs of financial institutions Revenue Generation: Meet or exceed sales targets and KPIs, driving revenue growth through new customer acquisition and existing client expansion Market Expansion: Identify and pursue new business opportunities across global financial markets, focusing on investment banks, asset managers, hedge funds, fintech firms, and other financial institutions. Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with other departments, including marketing, legal, compliance, and operations, to ensure smooth execution of contracts, onboarding, and service delivery. Networking and Industry Events: Represent the company at global financial conferences, networking events, and trade shows. Establish a presence in key industry forums to build brand recognition and attract new business. Reporting and Analytics: Regularly report on business development progress, sales pipeline, and market insights to senior leadership. Use CRM and other tools to track and manage sales activity and opportunities. **KEY COMPETENCIES:**Negotiation Skills: Ability to navigate complex discussions, find win-win solutions and negotiate terms that support both short term and long-term business objectives. Market Knowledge: A comprehensive understanding of the market and the full GFM product suit. Communication Skills: Ability to articulate effectively and efficiently in front of C-Suit level prospects and clients. Adaptability, Resilience and Self-Motivation: Front line sales is a tough role, this person must have the ability to keep going and have the required self-motivation to put in the hard yards to ensure success. Excellent Time Management: Must have the ability to spin a lot of plates. Having various ongoing deals in play at any one time whilst not losing sight of any next step. Goal Oriented: Must be motivated by sales targets and consistently striving to meet or exceed them. Tech Savvy: Being proficient with Customer Relationship Management (CRM) systems to track interactions, follow-ups, and progress on leads. **Requirements**A minimum of 1-3 years of successful proactive business development, sales, marketing, or lead generation/enablement experience Bachelor’s degree preferred Experience selling business to business (B2B) with a track record of overachieving sales goals Must live within commutable distance of our London office and commit to being in at least 3 days a week An understanding of financial concepts and principles as they relate to clients’ needs is a strong plus Additional language is a bonus, but not a requirement **Benefits**We know great people make great companies. Infopro Digital is defined by people and passion, and powered by knowledge and innovation. Everything we do is centred on trust, integrity and respect. Our collaborative approach drives creativity across our markets; and our focus on giving teams ownership allows us to build an entrepreneurial culture where our people and brands can thrive and grow.We run a Foundation which supports a number of charities. Staff can volunteer to contribute their skills and expertise to make a meaningful difference to the lives of others.In addition to a competitive salary we offer the following benefits:In addition to a competitive salary, we offer a number of benefits, including: Pension Employees’ Compensation Life Assurance Medical Insurance 20 days annual leave Maternity leave (14 weeks with 80% pay upon completion of a continuous contract for not less than 40 weeks) Paternity leave (5 days with 80% pay upon completion of a continuous contract for not less than 40 weeks) Compassionate Leave Employee Referral Scheme Rental Reimbursement Scheme Our foundations and values : At Infopro Digital, we are driven by core values such as entrepreneurial spirit, constant customer focus, promoting diversity, striving for significant impact, and a collaborative culture. By joining us, you become part of a dynamic community that embraces these values on a daily basis, shaping the future with passion and commitment. Diversity is one of our core values. We are convinced that our teams, drawn from all backgrounds and with different backgrounds and experiences, are one of the key drivers of our success. The Gro
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