Business Development Executive
Business Development Executive
Salary: $50,000 - $55,000 per annum + commission.
We’re looking for a dynamic and motivated individual to join our US Sales team and help drive revenue across digital advertising and events. This role is ideal for a recent graduate or an early-career professional eager to develop sales expertise in the media and financial services industry.
What you’ll be doing:
-Assist in managing digital advertising and events revenues across our two US channels: Citywire Professional Buyer and Citywire RIA.
-Confidently present the benefits of Citywire events to new and existing sponsors.
-Grow Citywire’s events client base across the US, ensuring a diverse range of asset managers and funds at our conferences.
-Proactively seek new business opportunities and build relationships with agencies, clients, and internal stakeholders.
-Support the planning, development, and execution of proposals, presentations, and sales pitches.
-Represent Citywire’s brand and digital proposition via email, phone, and in-person meetings.
-Help track advertising campaign performance, analyze insights, and report results.
-Gain an in-depth understanding of the asset management industry and stay up to date with market trends.
What we’re looking for:
-Education & Experience: A recent graduate or someone with some experience in sales, marketing, media, or events.
-Media Sales Enthusiasm: A strong interest in digital advertising, event sponsorships, and media sales.
-Relationship Building Skills: You enjoy meeting new people and influencing decisions.
-Presentation & Pitching Confidence: Ability to present ideas effectively to clients and stakeholders.
-Organizational Ability: Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple projects and work under pressure.
-Proactive & Adaptable: A flexible attitude with a willingness to learn and grow.
-Industry Knowledge (Preferred): An interest in financial services or asset management is a plus but not required.
Meet Citywire
We cover - and connect - all sides of the $100 trillion global asset management industry - through our news, events and insights.
At Citywire, we uphold a culture rooted in honesty, integrity, and fairness, where every voice is valued and heard. Our culture promotes constructive dialogue and collaboration on a global scale.
Join the team at the Heart of Wealth.
Our perks:
-Generous holiday entitlement: Start with 20 days per annum, increasing to 23 days after three years' service, and 25 days after five years' service, in addition to federal and state holidays.
-$600 annual allowance for well-being activities or gym memberships, with assistance available for monthly or annual costs.
-Generous health insurance contributions from day one.
-Dental, vision, HRA, HAS and FSA plans available.
-Company 401k/Roth retirement plan with employer contribution (up to 4%).
Citywire is an equal opportunities employer.