Sales Executive - Sustainability & Climate Solutions - French Markets

Sustainability Sales Specialist

ISS STOXX is looking for a Sustainability Sales Specialist to support our sales efforts across the French territories for our market leading suite of Responsible Investment Solutions including, Climate Data, Ratings & Rankings, Controversies, Impact & SDG's and Regulatory Solutions. To succeed in this role, you will need to have a genuine interest in the area of Sustainable and Responsible investments, including all aspects of Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) research and topics along with a financial background and demonstrated sales experience. The role requires a high level of technical acumen, attention to detail, the ability to understand front office needs and strong collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Achieve revenue and renewal goals by identifying and closing Sustainability sales prospects and up sales with existing clients
• Grow ISS' Sustainability market share, recognition and perception within the investment management and asset owner community
• Continuously assess Sustainability market opportunities, define and update a sales plan for territory and discuss with management
• Ensure detailed sales and renewal reporting and forecasting
• Work closely with ISS BDR and Marketing managers to define products, services, and marketing plans
• Build and maintain relationships amongst existing clients and prospects
• Record all client and prospect contacts and all meeting and telephone activity information into firm's CRM system
• Share relevant industry and opportunity information across the sales group and with other departments

Qualifications

• A minimum of 3 years' experience working within institutional sales and relationship management with a focus on meeting and exceeding revenue targets
• Bachelor or master's degree with a background in Finance, Economics, or other related discipline is preferred
• Track record of relationship management, business development and revenue generation either selling directly or through strategic partners
• Demonstrated relationship and project management skills with the ability to work to tight deadlines
• Strong multi-tasking skills, with expert judgment to help set priorities
• Excellent organizational and verbal skills
• Absolute personal and business integrity
• Fluent in English and French

What You Can Expect from Us

At ISS STOXX, our people are our driving force. We are committed to building a culture that values diverse skills, perspectives, and experiences. We hire the best talent in our industry and empower them with the resources, support, and opportunities to grow—professionally and personally. Together, we foster an environment that fuels creativity, drives innovation, and shapes our future success. Let's empower, collaborate, and inspire. Let's be #BrilliantTogether.

About ISS STOXX

ISS STOXX GmbH is a leading provider of research and technology solutions for the financial market. Established in 1985, we offer top-notch benchmark and custom indices globally, helping clients identify investment opportunities and manage portfolio risks. Our services cover corporate governance, sustainability, cyber risk, and fund intelligence. Majority-owned by Deutsche Börse Group, ISS STOXX has over 3,400 professionals in 33 locations worldwide, serving around 6,400 clients, including institutional investors and companies focused on ESG, cyber, and governance risk. Clients trust our expertise to make informed decisions for their stakeholders' benefit.