Sales Consultant

Sales Consultant

Location: New York, NY, United States

What We're Looking For:

As a Sales Consultant, your pivotal role lies in securing new business within our small to medium market segment. You will develop a deep understanding of Meltwater's value proposition and navigate through all phases of the sales cycle. At Meltwater, it's not just about your positionit's an invitation to explore personal and professional growth opportunities. Immerse yourself in an environment that fosters skill development, encourages mentorship, and champions inclusive leadership. Collaborate closely with experienced professionals and inspirational leaders who are dedicated to supporting you every step of the way. Join our community, and you'll find a culture that celebrates your uniqueness and empowers you to unlock your full potential. Let's embark on this collective journey and redefine how we approach driving new business at Meltwater! What You'll Do:

• Embrace the role of a 360 seller within the dynamic SMB landscape, proactively identifying and targeting potential new Meltwater customers
• Meet or exceed quarterly sales quotas by effectively identifying and targeting potential new Meltwater customers.
• Utilize thorough discovery processes to qualify leads and prioritize efforts towards high-value opportunities.
• Consistently deliver engaging demonstrations and persuasive sales presentations, to captivate audiences and convert leads into customers.
• Proactively manage contract negotiations to secure agreements that meet both customer requirements and company objectives.
• Collaborate closely with internal teams such as Customer Success and Sales Operations to guarantee a seamless process for our clients.
• Regularly assess progress towards quarterly goals and adjust strategies as needed to maintain momentum and achieve targets.

What You'll Bring:

• A Bachelor's degree or upcoming graduation is preferred, enabling you to apply your academic foundation in a professional setting
• Interest in building a career in B2B and SaaS sales; prior sales, internship, or customer-facing experience is a plus but not required
• Strong communication skills with the ability to clearly articulate value propositions and engage prospective customers
• Results-driven mindset with motivation to meet and exceed performance goals
• Proactive approach to outreach, prospecting, and lead generation
• Strong organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and navigate the customer buying process
• Coachable attitude with a willingness to learn, receive feedback, and continuously improve
• Collaborative mindset and ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English
• Willingness to embrace our hybrid work schedule, requiring in-office presence 3 days per week
• Ability to legally work in the country of hire is required for this position

What We Offer:

• Enjoy comprehensive paid time off that allows you to have an enhanced work-life balance
• Excellent medical, dental, and vision options
• 401(k) matching, life insurance, commuter benefits, and parental leave plans
• Complimentary CalmApp subscription for you and your loved ones, because mental wellness matters.
• Energetic work environment with a hybrid work style, providing the balance you need.
• Thrive within our inclusive community and seize ongoing professional development opportunities to elevate your career.

At Meltwater, we believe great impact deserves great reward. Our compensation approach is data-driven, market-informed, and built to scale with your growth. We benchmark roles against external market data and use structured leveling frameworks to ensure fairness, consistency, and internal equity across teams and geographies. These frameworks are based on objective, gender-neutral criteria in line with applicable pay transparency regulations. For this role, the base salary range is $54,000 $59,000. The expected On-Target Earnings (OTE) range is $90,500 $98,000, inclusive of base salary and performance-based variable pay. Actual offers are determined based on job-related skills, experience, demonstrated capabilities, and work location. We typically hire within the range in a way that supports long-term growth, recognizing that compensation evolves as scope, performance, and impact expand over time. We regularly review our compensation practices and conduct pay equity analyses to help ensure our decisions remain fair, objective, and market-aligned. Employees and candidates may request additional information on how compensation is determined, in line with local legal requirements. Our Talent Acquisition Team is happy to walk you through the full compensation picture specific to your location and level during the interview process.

Our Story: At Meltwater, we believe that when you have the right people in the right environment, great things happen. Our best-in-class technology empowers our 27,000 customers around the world to make better business decisions through data. But we can't do that without our global team of developers, innovators, problem-solvers, and high-performers who embrace challenges and find new solutions for our customers. Our award-winning global culture drives everything we do and creates an environment where our employees can make an impact, learn every day, feel a sense of belonging, and celebrate each other's successes along the way. We are innovators at the core who see the potential in people, ideas and technologies. Together, we challenge ourselves to go big, be bold, and build best-in-class solutions for our customers. We're proud of our diverse team of 2,200+ employees in 50 locations across 25 countries around the world. No matter where you are, you'll work with people who care about your success and get the support you need to unlock new heights in your career. We are Meltwater. Inspired by innovation, powered by people.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement Meltwater is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Prohibits Discrimination and Harassment of Any Kind: At Meltwater, we are dedicated to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace where every employee feels valued, respected, and empowered. We are committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity and strive to provide a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at Meltwater are made based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, marital status, veteran status, or any other status protected by the applicable laws and regulations. Meltwater does not tolerate discrimination or harassment of any kind, and we actively promote a culture of respect, fairness, and inclusivity. We encourage applicants of all backgrounds, experiences, and abilities to apply and join us in our mission to drive innovation and make a positive impact in the world.