Head of Data Management & Analytics Sales

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Ready to be part of the action?

The TMX Group, Datalinx team is searching for a Head of Data Management and Analytics Sales to drive revenue growth by securing new business and expanding our client base! This role will focus on acquiring clients globally and the role will ideally be based in Toronto. Reporting to the Global Head of Datalinx Sales, you will play a meaningful role in promoting our full product suite, with a specific emphasis on solutions tailored for the Data Management and Analytics business function.

• Historical data sets: from the TSX, TSX Venture, Alpha, and Montreal exchanges

• Security Master data: for Canadian Equities, Derivatives and Fixed Income markets

• Corporate Actions data: for Canadian Equities and Fixed Income markets

• Regulatory and Tax data: for the Canadian Equities markets

• Advanced analytics: Delivering sophisticated tools for data analysis and informed decision-making

Key Accountabilities:

• Develop and execute a strategic sales plan to achieve and exceed assigned revenue targets.

• This strategic sales plan will include the definition of the Total Addressable Market along with the tactics to create awareness and foster interest in the applicable Datalinx product offerings. This includes; marketing, direct outreach, leveraging other Business Units, providing tools to the Sales Account Managers to foster interest within their account base, and more.

• Proactively identify and pursue new business opportunities within existing accounts and across the global addressable market.

• Build out an accurate and diversified pipeline of 2.5X target for the Data Management & Analytics data Mandate, incorporating all applicable product lines across both the existing Datalinx client base and beyond to include the total addressable market.

• Cultivate positive relationships with key decision-makers within target client use cases, including the identification of trading and investment opportunities, developing algorithmic trading strategies, portfolio valuation and benchmarking and portfolio systems management.

• Conduct in-depth needs analysis to understand client challenges and propose tailored solutions leveraging the TMX Datalinx product suite.

• Possess a deep understanding of the Data Management business function and effectively articulate TMX Datalinx value proposition to clients.

• Maintain strong market knowledge and share valuable insights with clients, including thought leadership and product updates.

• Manage the full sales cycle, from lead generation to deal closure, sometimes in collaboration with the Sales Account Manager where applicable.

• Collaborate with internal stakeholders across TMX Group, including CDS, Product Management, Account Management and Sales Enablement.

• Represent TMX Datalinx at industry conferences and events to generate leads and build brand awareness.

Must haves:

• Post-secondary degree in Business, Technology, or a related field.

• 10+ years of shown success in selling market data solutions to data management clients.

• Consistent achievement of sales targets and key performance indicators.

• Active engagement within the global institutional trading community with strong existing relationships within the target market.

• Deep understanding of the market data needs and challenges of the data management business function.

• Adaptable to navigate complex sales cycles and extensive knowledge of client needs

• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills

• Self-reliant while being an encouraging and collaborative team player

• Trusted advisor; building positive relationships with clients

Note: Hybrid role – 2 to 3 days in the Toronto office

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Wellness – From empathetic leadership to a culture of flexibility and balance, we believe wellness at work creates the maximum yield and a stronger “we”. Plus, with a cloud-first and hybrid workstyle, as well as generous time-off and leaves, we support a life well lived! 

Growth – From a growth mindset in our work, to expansion in our business, TMX is home to action-takers energized by the achievement of ambitious growth.

Ready to enrich your career with impactful work, leaders who truly care, and the flexibility and programs to help you thrive as part of #TeamTMX ? Apply now.

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