EMEA Partnerships - Business Development Manager

About the Role

With Intelligence, now part of S&P Global, are recruiting a Business Development Manager to join our London based team. The EMEA Partnership Retreats offer senior members of asset management business development teams a unique, multi‑faceted opportunity to connect, engage and learn with decision makers from leading institutions and their consultants. Since launching in 2024, our European and Middle East Partnership Retreats have become a highly valuable part of our global portfolio. We are seeking a commercially driven Business Development Manager to focus on new business generation across our EMEA Partnership Retreats portfolio. This role will identify, engage and convert new asset manager partners, selling a high‑value membership that directly supports asset managers’ fundraising efforts. This high‑impact position is ideal for an ambitious sales professional with a strong track record of new business acquisition and senior‑level relationship building within asset management.

Responsibilities

• New Business Development – proactively identify and target new asset manager clients, build and manage a strong pipeline of prospective partners using the in‑house CRM system, and own the full sales cycle from outreach through to close.
• Revenue Generation – personally deliver against ambitious revenue and contract targets, drive partnership sales, manage a large pipeline through an extended sales cycle, and attend in‑person retreats to network and drive onsite engagement opportunities.
• Pipeline & Reporting – maintain accurate pipeline tracking and forecasting using CRM systems and provide regular updates to leadership on progress and performance.
• Internal Collaboration – work closely with Client Services to ensure a high‑quality client experience and strong retention, partner with IR and events teams for execution and event delivery, and collaborate with marketing and product teams to refine messaging and go‑to‑market strategy.
• Market Engagement – represent With Intelligence at industry events and meetings, build market presence, and contribute to brand visibility within the institutional space.

Requirements

• 3-6 years’ experience in B2B sales, partnerships, or event sales.
• Proven track record of new business generation and consistently exceeding revenue targets.
• Experience working with or selling into Asset Managers.
• Strong commercial mindset with the ability to identify and convert opportunities.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship‑building skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced, target‑driven environment.
• High level of motivation, resilience, and personal accountability.
• Willingness to travel for client meetings and events.
• Experience using CRM systems (e.g., Salesforce).

Benefits

• Health & Wellness: Healthcare coverage designed for the mind and body.
• Flexible Downtime: Generous time off to keep you energized.
• Continuous Learning: Access to resources that grow your career and teach new skills.
• Invest in Your Future: Secure financial future through competitive pay, retirement planning, continuous education programs with company‑matched student loan contributions, and financial wellness programs.
• Family Friendly Perks: Benefits for partners and children, including family‑focused perks.
• Beyond the Basics: Retail discounts and referral incentive awards to make everyday perks a bigger difference.

Equal Opportunity Employer
S&P Global is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, military veteran status, unemployment status, or any other status protected by law. Only electronic job submissions will be considered for employment. If you need an accommodation during the application process due to a disability, please send an email to and your request will be forwarded to the appropriate person.

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