CoinDesk is the most trusted media, events, indices and data company for the global crypto economy. Since 2013, CoinDesk Media has led the story of the future of money and investing, illuminating the transformation in society and culture that comes with it. Our award-winning team of journalists delivers news and unparalleled insights that bring transparency, comprehension and context. CoinDesk Events gathers the global crypto, blockchain and Web3 communities at annual events such as Consensus, the world's largest and longest-running crypto festival. CoinDesk Indices offers expertise in digital asset indices, data and research to educate and empower investors. For more information on CoinDesk media and events, please visit coindesk.com and for breaking headlines, data and indices visit coindeskmarkets.com.
The Opportunity
CoinDesk is seeking a high-performing business development and sales professional to expand our Media & Events business within the APAC region. With the borderless nature of digital assets and decentralized protocols, this regional responsibility includes industry hotbeds like Hong Kong, Seoul, Singapore, Shanghai, and Tokyo. As a key member of our global Partnerships team, you will manage and grow an existing client base, identify and build new relationships, and become a leader in the region's crypto and global investor communities. The person who will thrive in this role is highly self-motivated and disciplined with demonstrated success in creating opportunities and earning the trust of their clients.
This position will be based in Hong Kong or Singapore and will report to the Managing Director, Partnerships based in New York.
What You’ll Do
- Develop and execute business development strategies to drive CoinDesk’s APAC expansion and solidify our place as the global crypto leader for media and events.
- Manage and expand upon a predetermined list of clients by being customer service and solution-oriented.
- Actively seek out and generate new business and revenue opportunities by developing client relationships with key players at start-ups as well as Fortune 500 companies.
- Be a respected leader in representing all CoinDesk products; live events, digital media, video, podcasts, newsletters, thought leadership, research, and webinars.
- Establish a strong network and reputation that well-positions the CoinDesk brand to new and existing clients for long-term partnership by acting as a trusted thought partner who can maximize client ROI through smart solutions and client service.
- Be results-oriented, strive to meet and exceed revenue targets.
- Collaborate with the Global Partnerships team as well as business leads at CoinDesk. We celebrate wins together and thrive as a team.
- Maintain data integrity in Salesforce and other existing systems for all sales activity and pipeline metrics.
- Develop sales intelligence and regularly report back on improvements for pipeline generation.
- Traveling as needed for client meetings and relevant conferences.
What You Have
- 10+ years of media and/or events sales experience within crypto, global finance, and/or tech sectors.
- Deep knowledge and passion for the cryptocurrency and blockchain industry.
- Results-oriented business leader with a proven track record of driving brand and business objectives while managing relationships.
- Possess current and well-developed industry relationships across the APAC region
- Excellent practices in client relationship management and processes with an ability to plan, record, and manage activities effectively with minimal supervision.
- Ability to demonstrate ownership of your role through self-accountability and effective communication.
- Collaborate with team members from diverse backgrounds and areas of expertise.
- Ability to travel up to 25% of the time and periodically longer than one week.
- Proficient in Salesforce, Excel, Powerpoint, Slack, G Suite.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Bilingual proficiency in English as well as full professional proficiency in Cantonese and/or Mandarin is preferred.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY
In an effort to attract, retain, develop and promote the most qualified individuals, CoinDesk is committed to treating all applicants and employees in a nondiscriminatory manner with respect to the terms and conditions of employment, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, sex, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status/service, physical or mental disability, or any other classification protected by applicable law. This mandate governs all aspects of employment, including recruitment, selection, promotion, training, education, social and recreation programs, compensation, discipline, termination and access to benefits.
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ACCOMMODATION
CoinDesk is also committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the application process, please send an e-mail to accomodations@coindesk.com and let us know the nature of your request.
Please note that only a member of CoinDesk’s Talent Acquisition team will reach out to you directly from an @coindesk.com or @coindesk-indices.comemail in regards to any and all opportunities at CoinDesk. Disregard emails from any other addresses or persons. If you’re selected to move onto the next phase of our hiring process, a member of our team will reach out to guide you through our interview process. We look forward to connecting!