Business Development Manager ESG Are you passionate about ESG and sustainable investments? Do you want to work with asset managers and banks as they transition to a more responsible investment model using market leading research and data? Do you enjoy being part of an ambitious sales and client team that values your contribution? We are working with a global investment data and research company as they are seeking to appoint two successful and driven business development managers to work with financial institutions promoting their leading ESG data and analytical tools. Role & Responsibility: Play a leading role in developing and implementing a business development strategy for the UK to grow and maintain a robust sales pipeline by: Taking ownership of and successfully closing incoming opportunities Actively identifying and generating opportunities across the UK financial market Further developing strategic relationships Responding to requests for proposals Identifying and developing new use cases for our data/analysis Acting as a trusted advisor to institutional & retail investors, banks, and insurers on how to apply You will have: Demonstrated passion for sustainability and an alignment with ESG propositions Minimum 3-5 years of financial services, responsible investment, or sustainability-related new business sales experience Proven track record of commercial skills, or client relations Ability to take the initiative and think creatively and proactively A natural storyteller, you can understand and present complex products in an engaging way Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of the investment industry and the use of ESG research Genuine team player, who operates with a high level of integrity and enjoys working collaboratively This is a real opportunity to be involved in a highly productive and growing team who are at the start of their journey