Full-Time

Subscription Sales Executive

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Financial Times

Financial Times

1,001-5,000 employees

Global provider of financial news and analysis

Social Impact
Financial Services

Compensation Overview

$62.4k - $100kAnnually

+ Commission

Mid, Senior

New York, NY, USA

Requires in-office presence in New York City for a minimum of two days a week.

Category
Inside Sales
Sales & Account Management
Required Skills
Salesforce
Requirements
  • Minimum of 3-year successful track record in B2B sales
  • Experience prospecting at conferences and trade shows
  • Excellent relationship building skills
  • Excellent written communication skills
  • High comfort level selling to senior executives
  • Ability to close deals by telephone, email and in person
  • Strong and consistent follow-up skills
  • Ability to learn and properly use CRM and prospecting tools, such as salesforce.com and LinkedIn Navigator
  • Ability to utilize marketing data effectively in the sales process
  • Positive, outgoing personality
  • Experience selling content licenses (aka group subscriptions) is a plus
  • Experience selling within the Insurance industry is a plus.
Responsibilities
  • You will have monthly, quarterly, and annual sales goals to achieve.
  • You'll have responsibility for bringing in new business through outbound prospecting, inbound leads from marketing, and leads obtained at conferences or other types of networking events (some travel is required for conferences).
  • You will expertly perform sales activities, including well-crafted emails, effective telephone calls, video meetings, presentations, and prospecting at industry conferences.
  • Success comes from building relationships with prospects, understanding their needs, and relaying the value of our products.
  • You will also be responsible for presenting market feedback to management.

The Financial Times provides authoritative news and analysis focused on the financial sector, catering to both individuals and businesses. Its primary offerings include a range of subscription plans for print and digital content, ensuring access to high-quality journalism. The company employs over 2,900 staff, including 700 journalists across 40 countries, which allows for extensive global coverage. In addition to standard news reporting, the Financial Times offers specialized services like the FT Climate Capital Hub for discussions on climate change and the ETF Hub for detailed information on Exchange-Traded Funds. This combination of diverse content and services, along with revenue from subscriptions and advertising, sets the Financial Times apart from competitors. The goal of the Financial Times is to provide reliable information and analysis that empowers its readers to make informed decisions in the financial landscape.

Company Stage

Acquired

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

London, United Kingdom

Founded

1888

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Mobile app development can expand FT's subscriber base among younger audiences.
  • Strategic investments through the venture arm can create new revenue streams.
  • Partnerships like RSGi increase FT's visibility in the legal sector.

What critics are saying

  • Adani Group's accusations could lead to legal challenges for FT.
  • Venture investments may expose FT to financial risks due to volatility.
  • New subscription app may struggle against local competition outside the U.K.

What makes Financial Times unique

  • FT's corporate venture arm can drive innovation in media technologies and startups.
  • The visual investigations team enhances FT's investigative journalism with engaging content.
  • FT's data journalists provide analytical insights, appealing to evidence-based readership.

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