Connection

Financial Services Strategy and Business Development Director

Connection  •  $120k - $156k/yr  •  New Hampshire (Remote)  •  1 month ago
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Job Description

What We Do

We calm the confusion of IT by guiding the connection between people and technology. If a customer is looking for a better way to manage their warehouse inventory, equip their workforce, or secure their data, we make it happen. All it takes is finding the right combination of tech hardware, software, cloud solutions, and support services. That’s what we do. We’re the IT Department’s IT Department.

Who We Are

Our team is made stronger by a multitude of backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. It’s what makes Connection unique—what drives us to innovate and create technology solutions that stand apart from the crowd. We’d love for you to be a part of that fabric, to share your ideas and experiences with a team that thrives on fresh thinking, creativity, and helping others.

Why You Should Join Us

You’ll find supportive teammates and a rewarding career at Connection—plus great benefits. We take pride in supporting employees with a total rewards package that provides financial, emotional, and physical resources for you and your family. Our compensation, 401k plans, medical insurance, and other benefits are progressive and competitive. We value the importance of our employees’ emotional wellbeing. To support employees, we provide free therapy visits, mental health coaching and tools, and meditation resources. You’ll also enjoy a generous paid time off package that includes not only vacation and sick time, but also Wellness and Volunteer Time Off days.

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time.

The Financial Services Strategy & Business Development Director effectively formulates and implements Connection’s go-to-market strategy for the financial services industry, resulting in tangible long-term value creation for the company. The Director oversees all aspects of developing Connection’s financial services vertical market strategy, integrating applicable technology products, software, and services at an aggregate level, and supporting financial services clients that are considered strategic to the organization. The Financial Services Strategy and Business Development Director collaborates with leadership across internal departments, as well as externally with suppliers, distributors, and partners, to ensure growth and market share gain. The Director also works to develop the tools to enable our sales and solution services teams to deliver complete solutions, a critical component to meet the Connection, Inc., objective of maximizing sales revenue and gross profit. Travel is required with routine frequency up to 50%.

Responsibilities

  • Designs and executes go-to-market strategy to drive revenue and gross profit growth across banking, insurance, and fintech
    • Architects technology solutions addressing regulatory compliance, risk management, operational efficiency challenges, etc.
    • Monitors industry trends and competitive dynamics to identify high-value business opportunities
    • Defines differentiated product offerings to accelerate financial services market penetration
  • Serves as financial services domain expert within the CNXN Helix Center for Applied AI and Robotics practice
  • Creates industry-specific materials to generate demand and accelerate sales cycles
  • Provides strategic guidance to leadership on market conditions and business opportunities
  • Establishes and nurtures strategic partnerships with vendor partners and industry associations
  • Partners with Sales to qualify opportunities, develop proposals, and deepen customer engagement. Leads customer discovery sessions and solution demonstrations with C-suite executives and other stakeholders.
  • Collaborates with Product Management, Marketing, and other teams across the organization.
  • Designs vertical market training programs and certification pathways for Sales
  • Establishes thought leadership through content publication, conference speaking, and industry advisory participation
    • Develops white papers, webinars, and marketing assets positioning the company as a preferred financial services technology partner
    • Serves as thought leader for strategic accounts, identifying expansion opportunities
    • Conducts market research to validate assumptions and inform strategy
  • Represents Connection at industry events, and acts as a key contributor to the planning process for these activities.

Min

USD $120,000.00/Yr.

Max

USD $156,000.00/Yr.

Qualifications

  • 10+ years of progressive experience in financial services with a deep understanding of banking, insurance, investment management, and/or emerging fintech sector
  • Comprehensive knowledge of financial regulations and their business implication
  • Current awareness of industry trends, competitive landscape, emerging threats, and growth opportunities across financial services verticals
  • Demonstrated ability to quickly master new technologies, platforms, and tools while translating technical concepts for diverse audiences
  • Conversant in Artificial Intelligence (AI), including experience with financial services use cases and solutions
  • Exceptional analytical and critical thinking skills with ability to synthesize complex information and develop actionable business strategies
  • Experience managing relationships with C-suite executives, regulatory bodies, and key decision-makers at financial institutions
  • Proven experience identifying, developing, and launching new business lines, products, or market segments within financial services
  • Deep understanding of B2B sales cycles in financial services with ability to serve as trusted advisor to sales leadership and field teams
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to engage effectively with all levels of management and functional disciplines, within the company, with our partners, and with customers
  • Proven success leading and collaborating within distributed teams while maintaining high performance and engagement
  • Track record of exceeding targets and driving measurable business outcomes in fast-paced, high-stakes environments
  • Self-directed professional with passion for innovation and ability to thrive in ambiguous, rapidly changing situations
  • Unwavering commitment to integrity, transparency, and ethical business practices consistent with Connection's business practices.
Connection

About Connection

As a Global IT Solutions Provider, we connect people with technology that enhances growth, elevates productivity, and empowers innovation.

Founded in 1982, Connection delivers valuable IT services and advanced technology solutions to organizations of every size and industry. We serve business, enterprise, and government markets—with tailored offerings for a variety of industry verticals, including healthcare, education, retail, manufacturing, finance, and more.

Our staff of highly trained Account Managers, solution architects, and technical specialists deliver the end-to-end technology solutions and services today’s organizations and users need to function at their best. From digital workplace solutions to modern IT infrastructure and multicloud to supply chain and lifecycle, we have it covered—offering trusted guidance, cutting-edge technology, and instant access to efficient, worldwide procurement through our proprietary platforms and network of 500 suppliers in 174 countries.

Our Values

Respect: We are united by one common vision. We work together to create a winning culture built upon mutual trust and respect.

Excellence: We focus on activities that drive results. We lead by example. We work to achieve excellence in all aspects of our business. We are always looking for better ways to serve our customers.

Teamwork: We win together—all success is mutual. We are accountable to our customers, employees, and shareholders. We work as a team to effectively collaborate, and drive innovation.

Integrity: We are honest and direct in all of our dealings. Honor above all else!

Connection has been recognized with several accolades that reflect our commitment to those shared values, including:

• Twice named one of the “Most Trustworthy Companies in America” by Newsweek.

• Named “America’s Best-in-State Employers” three times by Forbes.

• Recognized in the “Top 100 Technology Companies” by Businessweek.

Industry
IT & Software
Company Size
1,001-5,000 employees
Headquarters
Merrimack, NH
Year Founded
1982
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