Sales Specialist – US Equities, North American Markets

As a Sales Specialist reporting to US Equities Head of Sales, you’ll play a critical role in supporting Nasdaq Equities franchise through proactive client engagement and execution. By partnering with senior sales team members, you’ll look to help drive incremental growth on our on-exchange business through data driven analysis and insights and market structure commentary. You will act as a key contact for our member firms and work to build a strong relationship, anchored by top class customer support.

You’ll thrive in this position if you’re an intellectually curious, detail oriented individual eager to learn the dynamics of US Equites Markets and Market Structure. You are an independent self-starter with strong communication skills, and a desire to learn and contribute.

 Key Responsibilities

•   Support Senior Sales team members in day-to-day coverage, providing market insights and ensuring consistent follow up with clients and partners leading to strong engagement.

•   Enhance client relationships through responsive communication, reliable execution support and which leads to developing new and supporting existing client engagements.

•   Contributes to franchise growth by identifying potential opportunities within client accounts and supporting the in executing team objectives and goals

•   Ensure strong execution and team support by

•   Works collaboratively across the North American Market division to support cross-asset initiatives and programs with a One Nasdaq mindset.

 

Required Qualifications 

•   Bachelor’s degree in Economics, Finance, Data Analytics and/or Technology or equivalent practical experience.

•   3+ years of experience in Financial Services or Financial Technology

•   Clear communicator with experience in collaborative, matrixed environments.

•   Proficiency in tools or platforms such as Salesforce, AWS Quicksite and Tableau

•   Series 7 Licensed or in progress

 

Preferred Qualifications

•   Advanced degree or certification (e.g., MBA, CFA, PMP).

•   Experience in capital markets, fintech, or regulated industry.

•   Exposure to global teams and cultural nuances in cross-border collaboration.

 

This position will be located in New York City and offers the opportunity for a hybrid work environment at least 3 days a week in-office, subject to change, providing flexibility and accessibility for qualified candidates.

Come as You Are

Nasdaq is an equal opportunity employer. We positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of age, color, disability, national origin, ancestry, race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, veteran status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable law.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request an accommodation.

What We Offer

We’re proud to offer a competitive rewards package that is meaningful, recognizes the unique needs of our employees and their families and incentivizes employees for their contribution to Nasdaq’s overall success.

The base pay range for this role is $88,000 - $154,000. In addition to base salary, Nasdaq provides a generous annual bonus/commission (short-term incentive), and equity (long-term incentive), comprehensive benefits, and opportunity for growth. Exact compensation may vary based on several job-related factors that are unique to each candidate, including but not limited to: skill set, experience, education/training, business needs and market demands.

Nasdaq’s programs and rewards are intended to allow our employees to:

• Secure Wealth: 401(k) program with 6% employer match, Employee Stock Purchase Program with 15% discount, Student loan repayment program up to $10k, Company paid life and disability plans, Generous paid time off
• Prioritize Health: Comprehensive medical, dental and vision coverage, Health spending account with employer contribution, Paid flex days to support mental wellbeing, Gym membership discounts
• Care for Family: Hybrid home/office schedule (for most positions), Paid parental leave, Fertility benefits, Paid bereavement leave
• Connect with Community: Company gift matching program, Employee resource groups, Paid volunteer days
• Grow Career: Education Assistance Program, Robust job skills training and Professional development opportunities

For more information, visit Nasdaq Benefits & Rewards Career page.