Strategic Account Director – Banking & Financial Services

Strategic Account Director – Banking & Financial Services

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Job Description

We are looking for an accomplished Strategic Account Director to lead our largest accounts within the Tier 1 banking and financial services sector (Non Big 4). Based in either Sydney, you will drive growth, engagement, and revenue generation for our main clients. Your role will involve strategic upselling, identifying new business opportunities, and delivering tailored solutions from our suite of world-class decisioning, credit, digital, and data offerings.

What we are looking for in a candidate:

You are a sales professional with a proven track record in managing strategic accounts. You will represent our company as a trusted advisor, demonstrating deep industry knowledge. Collaborating with cross-functional teams, you will ensure outcomes for both Experian and our valued clients.

What you'll need to bring to the party:

What you'll be doing- Reporting to the Sales Director:

• Sales Generation
• Lead and expand relationships with our largest clients in the banking and financial services sector
• Identify growth opportunities within existing accounts and proactively pursue new business prospects
• Taking the commercial lead in achieving positive bidding outcomes
• Align Experian's value propositions with client goals
• Champion Experian values
• Maintain a Client Focus
• Deliver exceptional Client Focus, targeting industry-leading Net Promoter Score achievement.
• Become a Trusted Advisor and go-to Subject Matter Expert for your customers, participating in the development of important solutions to make their business more successful

Qualifications

More about you:

• 10+ years of experience in sales with specific capability in Saas or Technology
• 6+ years of experience dealing with the financial services sector
• Able to demonstrate a history in complex sales and understanding complex solutions
• Works with an enthusiastic outlook and a strong team orientation

Benefits/Perks:

• Novated Leasing & Salary Packaging
• Great compensation package and bonus/commission plan
• Core benefits including Experian shares discount and wellness program
• Flexible work environment, hybrid model
• Flexible time off including volunteer time off, personal leaves and paid holidays
• 17 weeks of Paid Parental Leave, family care leave and up to 5 days study leave

Additional Information

Our uniqueness is that we truly celebrate yours. Experian's culture and people are key differentiators. We take our people agenda very seriously and focus on what truly matters; DEI, work/life balance, development, authenticity, engagement, collaboration, wellness, reward & recognition, volunteering... the list goes on. Experian's strong people first approach is award winning; Great Place To Work™ in 24 countries, FORTUNE Best Companies to work and Glassdoor Best Places to Work (globally 4.4 Stars) to name a few. Check out Experian Life on social or our Careers Site to understand why.

Experian is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. Innovation is a critical part of Experian's DNA and practices, and our diverse workforce drives our success. Everyone can succeed at Experian and bring their whole self to work, irrespective of their gender, ethnicity, religion, color, sexuality, physical ability, or age. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know at the earliest opportunity.