Octopus
Job title:
Institutional Sales Analyst
Company
Octopus
Job description
Company DescriptionAt Octopus, we’re entrepreneurs and we’re investors, on a mission to back the people, ideas and industries that will change the world.We think working here is great, but we’re understandably biased. Click to explore Life at Octopus.Job DescriptionWhat’s in it for you?The Institutional team is looking for a Sales Analyst to support the team’s goals as it grows and looks to build out the team and enhance working methods. The role will primarily support the Sales Directors and Associate Directors to build their networks, whilst looking for opportunities to improve our processes. You’ll also have the opportunity to start building your own investor contacts, as well as supporting on the operational aspects of the sales and marketing strategy with all team members.We are looking for someone who sees their career growing in Institutional Investment sales and business development. On joining the team you’ll receive training, support and direction that will allow your knowledge of Octopus’ investment products to expand. It provides an incredible training ground to really hone and develop your skills.Another exciting element of this role is the exposure you’ll get to the wider business, as you’ll need to partner with marketing, IT, Data, investment teams and more.The teamThe Institutional team sits centrally within Octopus Investments and works across each of the Octopus institutional investment teams: Ventures, Real Estate, and Sustainable Infrastructure. We currently have a diverse team of 20 people across sales, marketing, and investor relations. The team also works in partnership with Octopus Energy Generation to identify fundraising opportunities for renewables and energy transition strategies.The team is responsible for both building new and supporting existing institutional client relationships. Institutional capital will help to support the Octopus mission to invest in the people, the ideas and the industries that will change the world.What will you be doing?
- Working with the Sales Directors and Associate Directors to build and deliver the sales strategy in their regions
- Sector research, market mapping and lead qualification
- Initial outreach to some investors and third parties
- Supporting the preparation of materials for investor engagements and pitches
- Project management of sales funnels and outreach strategy
- Point of contact on marketing projects, collaborating with the marketing team on campaigns and events
- Industry research and competitor analysis, keeping on top of industry trends and news
- Presentation of investor feedback to investment teams to support product design and improvement
- Point of contact with internal teams (e.g. legal and compliance), including project management of operational areas (e.g. client categorisation)
- Be a brand ambassador for Octopus and its products
Qualifications✅Sales support experience, including experience working with CRM systems (Institutional sales support experience preferred)✅Experience undertaking research, working with data✅ Ability to apply your sales and investment experience to our product fundraising strategies✅Professional investment qualifications beneficial but not essentialAdditional InformationWhat we offerA competitive salary, bonus, pension and share incentive plan
✈️ Untracked holiday
Hybrid working – most of our people spend 3 days a week in the office
⚓ Anchor (our wellness hub) which includes Headspace, one to one coaching through Wellness Cloud, Digital GP, Shout & more
Up to 6 months paid parental leave regardless of gender
❤️ Life insurance, critical illness cover and income protection
Private medical insurance for you and your family
Electric vehicle leasing
The option to work overseas up to a month per yearOur Values
At our core, we believe that how a company behaves is just as important as what it does. That’s why we chose to become an accredited B Corp (the equivalent of a Fairtrade coffee stamp but for companies) and to change our Articles of Association so that the interests all our stakeholders – employees, customers, communities, environment and shareholders – are considered in every decision we make.We’re committed to creating a diverse and inclusive employee experience for all. We promote equal opportunities for growth and development regardless of race, gender, religion, sexual orientation, age, disability, or socio-economic background. We believe strongly that teams are at their best when every member of the team feels safe to bring their whole self to work.
Expected salary
Location
London
Job date
Sat, 23 Mar 2024 23:01:23 GMT
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