Senior Sales Executive – Derivatives & Securities Processing Solutions (DACH Region)

Position Type :

Full time

Type Of Hire :

Experienced (relevant combo of work and education)

Education Desired :

Bachelor’s Degree

About FIS

FIS is a global leader in financial technology, powering the world’s economy through innovation and scale. Our teams deliver cutting-edge solutions that help clients solve complex challenges and deliver superior experiences. We champion diversity and inclusion to build better products for our colleagues, clients, and communities. If you’re ready to learn, grow, and make an impact in fintech—Are you FIS?

About the Products

FIS® Derivatives and Post Trade Processing Solutions support the full lifecycle of listed and OTC derivatives, as well as post-trade operations across multiple asset classes. From trade capture and clearing to settlement, collateral, risk, and regulatory reporting, these cloud-based platforms help financial institutions streamline workflows, reduce risk, and stay compliant. Trusted by banks, asset managers, and clearing firms across the DACH region, they offer real-time processing, open APIs, and flexible integration to modernize and future-proof capital markets operations.

About the Role

As a Sales Executive, you’ll lead the growth of FIS’s Derivatives and Securities Processing Solutions across the DACH region. You’ll engage with capital markets participants in Germany, Austria, and Switzerland to drive adoption of advanced derivatives platforms that support trading, clearing, and post-trade operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Drive new client acquisition across Germany, Austria, and Switzerland and expansion of existing clients for FIS’s derivatives and securities clearing and settlement platforms.
• Build and manage a high-quality pipeline of opportunities, ensuring consistent progression through the sales cycle.
• Develop and execute strategic sales plans tailored to DACH market trends and client needs.
• Engage with senior stakeholders within the target client base to understand trading and operational challenges, positioning FIS derivatives and securities processing solutions effectively.
• Develop and maintain productive relationships with key market players and consultants in region to expand the FIS brand and facilitate business flow.
• Collaborate with internal product, solution, and delivery teams to craft compelling, client-specific proposals.
• Maintain accurate sales activity records in CRM (Dynamics) and report on pipeline health and performance.
• Stay informed on regional market regulations including EMIR, MiFID II, and BaFin requirements.
• Promote the full suite of FIS derivatives offerings, including SaaS and managed service models.

What You’ll Bring

• Proven sales experience in financial technology, with a focus on derivatives trading, clearing, or risk platforms.
• Strong understanding of derivatives markets, instruments, and regulatory frameworks in the DACH region.
• Fluency in English and German (additional languages like French or Italian are a plus).
• A well-established network within banks, brokers, asset managers, and clearing firms in Germany, Austria, and Switzerland.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.
• A consultative, client-first approach to business development.

Why Join Us

• Be part of a global fintech leader driving innovation in derivatives technology.
• Work with advanced solutions and a collaborative, client-focused team.
• Enjoy competitive compensation, flexible work arrangements, and career development opportunities.
• Make a meaningful impact in transforming derivatives operations across Europe.

What We Offer You

• A competitive salary
• Attractive benefits
• A modern, international work environment and a dedicated and motivated team
• The chance to work on some of the most challenging, relevant issues in financial services & technology
• A broad range of professional education and personal development possibilities – FIS is your final career step!

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Sourcing Model

Recruitment at FIS works primarily on a direct sourcing model; a relatively small portion of our hiring is through recruitment agencies. FIS does not accept resumes from recruitment agencies which are not on the preferred supplier list and is not responsible for any related fees for resumes submitted to job postings, our employees, or any other part of our company.

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