Senior Director, Americas Institutional Index Sales
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The posting
As Senior Director of Americas Institutional Sales, you will play a pivotal role in executing Nasdaq Index’s vision to expand our presence in the Asset Owner and Consultant investment communities in the Americas. You will be responsible for establishing, maintaining and growing Nasdaq Index awareness and usage to support the commercialization efforts of Nasdaq Index related products.
Your role will be crucial in relationship development, strengthening overall client satisfaction, and amplifying the educational messaging of Nasdaq Indexes in the Institutional space .
Key Responsibilities
- Define and lead Nasdaq Index's institutional sales strategy in the Americas, strengthening awareness and usage among Asset Owners, Investment Consultants, and Asset Managers.
- Represent Nasdaq Index externally as a senior subject matter expert, leading client engagement, presentations, and in-field sales opportunities across the Americas.
- Support growth of Nasdaq Index usage as benchmarking and investment solutions for institutional investors including the monitoring and participation in relevant RFP/RFI’s.
- Partner across Index Insights to deliver presentations and drive adoption of Nasdaq Index strategies for institutional use.
- Position and differentiate Nasdaq Index offerings against competing providers.
- Gather client feedback to help shape new index concepts and solutions.
- Manage and develop team resources while supporting broader business and organizational priorities.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business, or a related field, or equivalent relevant experience.
- 7-10+ years of experience working with Institutional Investors and Investment Consultants in the Americas, with established relationships across the institutional investment community.
- Demonstrated ability to represent an organization with senior external stakeholders and drive commercial outcomes.
- Strong executive presence with excellent communication, presentation, and influencing skills.
- Proven track record of leading sales efforts and growing client relationships in a complex, competitive environment.
- Willingness and ability to travel as required for client engagement and field activities.
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Preferred Qualifications
- Advanced degree (e.g., MBA, CFA) or equivalent professional training.
- Experience with index-linked products, ETFs, or institutional investment solutions.
Come as You Are
Nasdaq is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and identities.
We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where diverse perspectives, experiences, and identities are valued and celebrated.
We ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided with reasonable accommodation throughout the hiring process.
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 $148,000 - $274,000. 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
Taken from Nasdaq's own posting, last seen live on 13 Nov 2026.
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Exchange listings, market data and indexes, plus financial technology (Calypso for capital markets and treasury, AxiomSL regulatory reporting, Verafin financial crime detection, market surveillance), sold to banks, brokers, asset managers, exchanges, regulators and financial advisors.
Pay schedule: Nasdaq pays a base salary, a yearly short-term incentive (bonus or commission) and equity as a long-term incentive. Its US postings also list a 401(k) with a 6% match, an employee stock purchase program at a 15% discount and student loan repayment help.
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