Sales Professional - Government Sector

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If you are excited about this opportunity but do not meet every single requirement, please apply! You still may be a great fit for this role or other open roles. We are seeking candidates who model our values: invest in every relationship, lead with curiosity, champion diverse perspectives, turn inputs into actions, and uphold trust through integrity. 

Skills and Competencies

• Must have 10+ years of quota-bearing sales experience with a proven track record of sales success.
• Established track record of successfully developing a network of clients and nurturing deep relationships with C-Level prospects (e.g., Chief Risk Officer, Chief Credit Officer, Chief Financial Officer).
• Strong knowledge of the full sales process, including pipeline management, priority organization, and forecasting.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with experience presenting complex solutions and negotiating contracts.
• Experience in government and/or subscription-based sales is a plus.
• Ability to leverage AI technologies to enhance decision-making and streamline sales processes is desired.

Education

• Undergraduate/first-level degree (e.g., Bachelor’s degree) is required.
• Graduate/second-level degree (e.g., MBA, Master’s) is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full sales lifecycle for Moody’s Economics and CRE products, focusing on new opportunities and growing existing government accounts.
• Manage the full lifecycle sales process, including identifying and initiating new sales opportunities, delivering sales presentations, and negotiating contracts.
• Act as the primary point of contact for senior executives, including the Chief Risk Officer, Chief Credit Officer, or Chief Financial Officer level at client organizations.
• Meet established revenue targets, while creating new and enhanced customer relationships and ensuring satisfaction.
• Dedicate time to in-person client meetings, with required travel averaging 30-40%.
• Work closely with Product Specialists, Strategists, and other internal teams to leverage their expertise throughout the sales cycle.
• Provide current forecasts and accurate pipeline information to management.
• Represent the company at industry and company-sponsored events as required.

About the team

Our Government Sales team is responsible for driving sales and building strong relationships with government clients.

We contribute to Moody’s by:

• Identifying and securing new business opportunities within the government sector.
• Providing tailored solutions to meet the unique needs of government clients.
• Ensuring customer satisfaction and long-term partnerships.

By joining our team, you will be part of exciting work in public sector sales, collaborating with various government agencies and contributing to impactful projects.

For US-based roles only: the anticipated hiring base salary range for this position is $112,000.00 - $162,400.00, depending on factors such as experience, education, level, skills, and location. This range is based on a full-time position. In addition to base salary, this role is eligible for incentive compensation. Moody’s also offers a competitive benefits package, including not but limited to medical, dental, vision, parental leave, paid time off, a 401(k) plan with employee and company contribution opportunities, life, disability, and accident insurance, a discounted employee stock purchase plan, and tuition reimbursement.

Moody’s is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, gender, age, religion or creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital or familial status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Moody’s also provides reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities or based on a sincerely held religious belief in accordance with applicable laws. If you need to inquire about a reasonable accommodation, or need assistance with completing the application process, please email accommodations@moodys.com. This contact information is for accommodation requests only, and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications

For San Francisco positions, qualified applicants with criminal histories will be considered for employment consistent with the requirements of the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.

This position may be considered a promotional opportunity, pursuant to the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act.

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