Plaid
Sales Lead - This Week in Fintech
New York City Office
Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 30 days ago
Content MarketingSalesPipeline ManagementNegotiationCommunicationCollaborationMentoring
About the role
- We believe that the way people interact with their finances will drastically improve in the next few years.
- We work with thousands of companies like Venmo, SoFi, several of the Fortune 500, and many of the largest banks to make it easy for people to connect their financial accounts to the apps and services they want to use.
Responsibilities
- P&L Ownership: Build and manage a complete sales pipeline, from prospecting and pitching to closing deals and managing post-sale client relationships to drive recurring revenue.
- Strategic Selling: Develop and present compelling advertising solutions and media packages tailored to meet the marketing objectives of prospective clients.
- Market Expertise: Become an expert on our audience data, media products, and the competitive landscape to effectively position This Week in Fintech as the premier media partner in the industry.
- Collaboration: Work closely with the content and operations teams to ensure smooth execution of client campaigns and deliver maximum value to our sponsors.
- Build and manage a complete sales pipeline, from prospecting and pitching to closing deals and managing post-sale client relationships to drive recurring revenue.
- Develop and present compelling advertising solutions and media packages tailored to meet the marketing objectives of prospective clients.
- Work closely with the content and operations teams to ensure smooth execution of client campaigns and deliver maximum value to our sponsors.
Requirements
- Minimum of 3+ years of successful experience in advertising sales, media sales, or sponsorship sales
- Experience closing deals with financial institutions, tier-1 fintechs, or Fortune 500 brands and know how to navigate complex, high-stakes partnerships.
- Experience leading or mentoring other sellers, leading by example, or helping shape team culture.
- Excellent communication, presentation, and negotiation skills with a track record of building lasting client relationships.
- Deep understanding of the media landscape, including digital advertising, content marketing, and sponsorship best practices.
- Leveraging AI to work smarter and move faster.
- Our mission at Plaid is to unlock financial freedom for everyone. To support that mission, we seek to build a diverse team of driven individuals who care deeply about making the financial ecosystem more equitable. We recognize that strong qualifications can come from both prior work experiences and lived experiences. We encourage you to apply to a role even if your experience doesn't fully match the job description. We are always looking for team members that will bring something unique to Plaid!
- Plaid is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and values diversity at our company. We do not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, ethnicity, religion or religious belief, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, sexual stereotypes, age, military or veteran status, disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Plaid is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for candidates with disabilities in our recruiting process. If you need any assistance with your application or interviews due to a disability, please let us know at accommodations@plaid.com.
- Additional compensation in the form(s) of equity and/or commission are dependent on the position offered. Plaid provides a comprehensive benefit plan, including medical, dental, vision, and 401(k). Pay is based on factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience and skillset, and location. Pay and benefits are subject to change at any time, consistent with the terms of any applicable compensation or benefit plans.
Skills
- Plaid powers the tools millions of people rely on to live a healthier financial life.
Compensation
- Additional compensation in the form(s) of equity and/or commission are dependent on the position offered.
Visa & Work Authorization
- Minimum of 3+ years of successful experience in advertising sales, media sales, or sponsorship sales
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