Director – Derivatives Valuation Business Development

S&P Global

Director of Business Development for derivatives valuation services in London. Responsible for driving growth and client relationships with a focus on innovative product development.

Posted 4/14/2026full-timeLondon • 🇬🇧 United KingdomLeadWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Assist in the creation of business plans and sales campaigns
Work closely with clients on build out of new products and services as design partners
Perform client/ prospect outreach in several ways including individual client meetings, attending seminars and conferences, participating on speaking panels, hosting roundtables and webinars
Engage in thought leadership via various channels including industry publications, blog posts
Work closely with sales on product commercialization and fees as well as licensing structures such as permitted use cases and delivery
Create and develop new marketing material as well as sales presentations
Respond to requests for proposals
Perform competitor analysis
Serve as an SME and point person for your allocated product providing understanding of clients, technical information, product characteristics, coaching Sales peers in terms of Sales USPs and pre sales questioning etc.
Active participation in Sales Conferences/Special Events sales collateral production, client entertainment, and association memberships.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s Degree: business administration/business management preferred
7 years of experience in capital markets with knowledge of derivatives
Commercial awareness
Key requirement of managing complex relationships towards the main objective of increasing revenue streams year-on-year in line with the account plan
Must be able to manage senior level meetings
Good communication skills both written and verbal required for complex commercial and business discussions
Teamwork - Needs to build internal relationships as well as external ones. Important to have the confidence of product managers and other salespeople.
Team player and willing to progress in a rapidly changing environment.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health & Wellness: Health care coverage designed for the mind and body.
Flexible Downtime: Generous time off helps keep you energized for your time on.
Continuous Learning: Access a wealth of resources to grow your career and learn valuable new skills.
Invest in Your Future: Secure your financial future through competitive pay, retirement planning, a continuing education program with a company-matched student loan contribution, and financial wellness programs.
Family Friendly Perks: It’s not just about you. S&P Global has perks for your partners and little ones, too, with some best-in-class benefits for families.
Beyond the Basics: From retail discounts to referral incentive awards—small perks can make a big difference.

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Hard Skills & Tools

business planssales campaignsproduct commercializationcompetitor analysissales presentationsrequest for proposalsthought leadershipmarketing material developmentclient outreachderivatives

Soft Skills

communication skillsteamworkrelationship managementclient engagementthought leadershippresentation skillscollaborationadaptabilitycoachingconfidence

Certifications

Bachelor’s Degree in business administrationBachelor’s Degree in business management