Sales- Capital Markets Policy Research

Capstone is currently expanding our sales team to work primarily with hedge funds, family offices and other asset managers. We are looking for candidates who are driven, entrepreneurial and interested in both policy and finance. Ideally, we are looking for individuals with at least five years of sales experience and who are looking to build a career in a fast-paced sales environment. We offer a very competitive salary, commission and bonus scheme ensuring we have a highly motivated sales environment.

Responsibilities

• Identify and cultivate new business opportunities through cold calling, email campaigns, in-person meetings and referrals
• Manage prospects through the sales cycle and accurately allocate resources
• Schedule meetings and calls with analysts to gain and strengthen relationships
• Articulate Capstone’s investment ideas and drive brand awareness
• Professionally represent our firm to build relationships with our new and existing client base

Qualifications

• Proven track record of new business development working with both new and existing customers delivering demonstrable growth in a sales environment
• Organized, persist ant and persuasive with the ability to generate his/her own leads
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Previous experience working within a similar field and an understanding of the financial and policy worlds would be useful, but not essential
• Computer skills - fully literate in Microsoft Office required, CRM experience a plus
• Displays strong character and shows commitment to the company by working together and adding value to achieve success

Requirements

• Four-year degree
• High academic achievement
• Legally authorized to work in the US and will not require now or in the future visa sponsorship