Sales Operations Manager

Role Overview We are seeking an experienced and commercially minded Sales Operations Manager to help build and scale the revenue engine of a newly launching fintech business serving financial services organizations, including asset managers, asset servicers, pension funds, fintech providers, investment banks and commercial banks. This is a foundational hire in a start‑up environment. The successful candidate will work with the CRO and founding team to design, implement and scale the systems, processes, reporting and analytics that underpin a high‑performing sales function. The role requires both strategic thinking and hands‑on execution, working closely with the CRO and client‑facing teams to drive revenue growth and operational excellence. Career Opportunity As one of the first commercial hires, this role offers the opportunity to shape the company’s enterprise sales capability from inception. As the team expands, there may be a pathway from individual contributor to leadership responsibility, depending on performance and business growth. This is a rare opportunity to define and scale enterprise sales within a high‑growth fintech business delivering transformational technology to the global financial services industry. Key Responsibilities Sales & Business Development Support Partner with the CRO and sales leadership to support business development initiatives. Provide operational support to client‑facing teams, including RFP coordination and sales documentation. Help structure and optimise the end‑to‑end sales cycle from lead generation to deal close. Sales Process Design and Optimisation Design, implement and continuously improve scalable sales processes. Surface and identify friction in the sales cycle with a focus on improving conversion rates and cycle times. Establish best practices that can scale with company growth. Forecasting & Performance Analytics Own and manage the sales forecasting process in partnership with the CRO. Develop and maintain pipeline visibility, quota tracking and performance dashboards. Build a data‑driven revenue operations framework to support strategic decision‑making. Deliver executive‑ready reporting and insights on pipeline health and revenue performance. CRM & Sales Tech Stack Management Administer and optimise Salesforce (or equivalent enterprise CRM). Ensure high data quality, governance and user adoption across the sales team. Manage and integrate the broader sales technology stack, including BI and reporting tools. Evaluate and implement AI‑driven planning and forecasting tools where appropriate (e.g. RFP/RFI proposal software). Sales Enablement Collaborate with sales and marketing to provide tools, content and training that improve sales effectiveness. Support onboarding and ongoing enablement initiatives. Commission & Compensation Administration Support the CRO to design, manage and administer commission plans. Ensure accurate calculation, processing and transparent reporting of sales commissions. Management Information & Reporting Responsible for producing structured management information for leadership and board reporting. Translate complex data into clear business insights for executive audiences. Experience & Qualifications Required Experience serving financial services organizations across the buy side and sell side, fintechs or market infrastructure providers. Understanding of buy‑side and sell‑side technology ecosystems. 3+ years’ experience in Sales Operations or Revenue Operations within a B2B SaaS environment. Experience supporting client‑facing sales teams. Proven track record in designing and scaling systems and processes in high‑growth environments. Strong analytical capability with advanced proficiency in Excel and business intelligence tools (e.g. Tableau, Power BI). Experience using enterprise‑grade CRM systems (Salesforce strongly preferred). Demonstrated ability to manage complex projects and influence cross‑functional stakeholders. Strong communication skills with the ability to present insights clearly to senior leadership. Comfortable operating in a fast‑paced start‑up environment. Able to think strategically while operating tactically and hands‑on. Experience working with early‑stage, evolving product solutions. Desirable Exposure to AI‑enabled sales planning or forecasting tools. Line‑management experience. Experience working with Marketing especially early‑stage pipeline development including SDR and BDR exposure. External and client‑facing experience. Understanding of AI and Large Language Models (LLMs). Understanding of Data flows both structured and unstructured. Personal Attributes Commercially astute and data‑driven. Structured and process‑oriented. Comfortable with ambiguity and building from first principles. High attention to detail with strong organisational skills. Collaborative and able to build credibility across teams. Desire to progress understanding of the product in particular AI and use cases within financial services. Able to operate with C‑Suite of the business including CRO and CEO. Salary Range MA: $85,000 – $130,000 base salary + annual target bonus. NY: $90,000 – $135,000 base salary + annual target bonus. BBH and its affiliates’ compensation program includes base salary, discretionary bonuses, and profit‑sharing. The anticipated base salary range(s) shown above are only for the indicated location(s) and may differ in other locations due to cost of living and labor considerations. Base salaries may vary based on factors such as skill, experience and qualification for the role. BBH’s total rewards package recognizes your contributions with more than just a paycheck—providing you with benefits that enhance your experience at BBH from long‑term savings, healthcare, and income protection to professional development opportunities and time off, our programs support your overall well‑being. We value diverse experiences. We value diverse experiences and transferrable skillsets. If your career hasn’t followed a traditional path, includes alternative experiences, or doesn’t meet every qualification or skill listed in the job description, please do go ahead and apply. We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, genetic information, creed, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other protected status under federal, state or local law. #J-18808-Ljbffr BBH