Sales Associate
We are looking for a self-starter, and highly ambitious hustler to accelerate our growth and bring in more clients (financial institutions, corporates, SMEs etc) to the top of the funnel. We are hiring in both Singapore and the Philippines.
As a dedicated and independent Sales Associate, you are the first point of contact with clients of all business types and across all industries, driving engaging conversations and laying the foundations for their Sustainability journey with ESGpedia. You will be responsible for managing the pre-sales consultative selling process from initial contact, lead qualification to successful sales closure. As a trusted advisor to the clients, you will play a fundamental role in helping the clients achieve their goals whilst ensuring a smooth sales process.
Job Responsibilities
- APAC-focused role, in ASEAN and Greater China
- Manage the pre-sales process via various channels: calls, emails, chat, etc
- Introduce and present ESGpedia’s services and value proposition in a pitch to potential clients
- Understanding the client’s needs and providing thorough advice about the markets, regulations, and sustainability journey
- Convert Marketing Qualified Leads who have contacted us via our website, or other channels into Sales Qualified Leads
- Drive high activity volumes – make daily calls and meetings
- Lead demand generation initiatives from ideation to execution
- Build strong relationships with clients and internal stakeholders
- Travel is expected for business meetings and close sales
- Represent ESGpedia with top-level professionalism
- Drive ESGpedia growth by over-achieving KPIs and milestones
Ideal Candidate
- Attractive additional remuneration on a commission-basis.
- A self-starter and confident engaging with both executive and senior level external stakeholders
- High work ethic and customer-centricity with a buoyant and amiable personality. Ability to manage multiple clients while exceeding client expectations
- Few years of corporate exposure and practical sales experience
- Keen interest in ESG data, technology and familiarity with ESG or/and Sustainability developments would be highly preferred
- You will need to be agile in every conversation and curious in your questioning to understand challenges, requirements, and opportunities
- Ability to maintain high volume of daily calls and meetings
- Positive attitude with a thirst to learn – proactive, unafraid of exploring and voicing out opinions, etc
Requirements
- Bachelors’ degree preferably specializing in Business/Banking/Computer Science related disciplines with at least 1 year of relevant experience in sales, sales support, business development etc
- Fluent in English and native language with excellent oral communication skills enabling effective communication with clients
- Experience with using sales tools, technologies and systems
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially PowerPoint, Words and Excel
Why Join Us?
Be a Force for Good: Your work here doesn’t just tick boxes—it drives meaningful, measurable change for businesses, industries, and communities striving to build a more sustainable future.
Freedom to Own It: We hire capable, driven people and we trust them. You’ll have the autonomy to take charge of your work, backed by a culture that values results over red tape.
Think Big, Act Together: Collaboration fuels us. You’ll work with sharp, mission-driven teammates across disciplines—no silos, just shared goals and smart execution.
Grow Fast, Learn Always: We move quickly and expect a lot—but we invest even more in your growth. If you’re hungry to learn and ready to stretch, you’ll thrive here.
Work-Life, Reimagined: Whether you’re remote, hybrid, or somewhere in between, flexibility is real. We care about outcomes, not hours—and we build trust through accountability.
Resilience Pays Off: If you’re wired for growth, this is where the grind turns into pride.
What We Look For
Self-Starters: You don’t wait for instruction—you spot what needs doing and take initiative. We love that.
Curious Builders: You ask the right questions, dig deep, and thrive in ambiguity. You turn complex problems into elegant, real-world solutions.
Communicators Who Connect: Whether you’re writing a report or leading a meeting, you convey your ideas with clarity, empathy, and purpose.
Accountable High Performers: You take ownership, deliver under pressure, and hold yourself to a high standard—even when no one’s watching.
Passion for Impact: You’re not just looking for a job—you want to do work that matters. Whether it’s advancing sustainability, transforming client outcomes, or innovating with tech, you’re fueled by purpose and driven to make a difference!
ESGpedia is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace for all. We do not discriminate in recruitment, hiring, training, advancement, or other employment practices. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating and fostering an inclusive environment for all employees.
We appreciate the time and effort you invest in your application. Due to the overwhelming number of resumes we typically receive, we regret to inform that only shortlisted applicants will be notified. All applications will be treated with strictest confidence.