The Role

We are currently seeking an Account Executive to join our growing Sales Team in Switzerland!

We are looking for an experienced, quota-carrying sales professional eager to help drive Addepar’s expansion in the Swiss market and establish us as the financial platform of choice for the wealth management industry. As one of the first hires in this region, the Account Executive will play a key role in driving new ARR (Annual Recurring Revenue) by engaging with RIAs (Registered Investment Advisors), Single and Multi-Family Offices, and Private Banks.

This is a unique opportunity to contribute to our growth in a new region, helping to shape Addepar’s presence in Switzerland and the broader DACH region. You will work closely with our global sales, marketing, and product teams to build relationships with key financial institutions and drive the adoption of Addepar’s platform.

What You’ll Do

At Addepar, you will have the opportunity to reshape the industry and usher in a new era of technology innovation across the Wealth Management Sector for Wealth Managers and Family offices. This role is for someone who has shown to be a thought and execution leader, partnering with the client and your Addepar colleagues to ensure a world-class client experience throughout the entire client journey from pre-sale to post-sale. This role allows the candidate to be both a student and teacher as we work together to deliver a new paradigm across global wealth management. 

The Account Executive is expected to own and drive the strategy for this sector and lead the sales cycle with a cross-functional team. 

• Develop a strategic sales plan to effectively cover key accounts in your assigned territory, including Swiss and European financial institutions.
• Manage lead qualification and conversion from large financial firms, focusing on Private Banks, Family Offices, and Wealth Managers.
• Proactively prospect and build new relationships with named accounts, establishing Addepar as a trusted solution.
• Travel as required to meet with prospects and clients and attend marketing events across Switzerland and Europe (approximately 40-50% travel, depending on local guidelines and business needs).

Who You Are

As a proven account executive, you will likely have demonstrated ability in sales or the equivalent degree of expertise in a similar environment. We are only interested in individuals with a genuine passion and consistent track record for building and delivering extraordinary client outcomes.

• Significant experience in software sales, particularly within the financial services industry, and a strong track record of success.
• Proven experience selling SaaS solutions to wealth managers, RIAs, or financial institutions, particularly in Switzerland or the broader European market.
• Strong track record of meeting or exceeding sales quotas.
• Practical experience with Salesforce or other CRM tools.
• Deep understanding of SaaS products, the ability to deliver engaging product demos, and the intricacies of SaaS business models.
• Excellent interpersonal and presentation skills.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, including fluency in English and German (French or Italian is a plus).
• Bachelor’s Degree is highly preferred.

Our GTM team members come from a variety of different backgrounds, experiences, and cultures, yet all exemplify the following attributes:

• Deeply connected to our mission as an organisation and to each other
• Experience and passion for driving successful client experiences
• Outcome driven mindset
• Strong communication skills
• Consultative selling approach
• Collaborative mentality with the ability to mould consensus through thought leadership and a data-driven strategy
• Reputation for being a trusted colleague and thought partner to colleagues and clients
• Strong intellectual horsepower
• Strong technical proficiency
• Desire to both teach and learn

Classy, an affiliate of GoFundMe, is a Public Benefit Corporation and giving platform that enables nonprofits to connect supporters with the causes they care about. Classy's platform provides powerful and intuitive fundraising tools to convert and retain donors. Since 2011, Classy has helped nonprofits mobilize and empower the world for good by helping them raise over $7 billion. Classy also hosts the Collaborative conference and the Classy Awards to spotlight the innovative work nonprofits are implementing around the globe. For more information, visitwww.classy.org.

We are seeking a dynamic and high-performing Enterprise Account Executive with a proven track record in selling technology products and/or services to large commercial, public sector, and/or nonprofit organizations. The ideal candidate excels in exceeding sales quotas, possesses a strong affinity for complex problem-solving, and can strategically align technology solutions with organizational business challenges. Key responsibilities include growing a robust business pipeline through the cultivation of solid relationships, conducting thorough cross-departmental discovery processes, and delivering creative, thoughtful, value driven presentations. The successful candidate should demonstrate expertise in navigating and selling to multiple decision-makers, including C-Suite Executives. If you have a history of achieving sales excellence, a passion for innovative solutions, and the ability to thrive in a dynamic environment, we invite you to apply for this exciting opportunity as our Enterprise Account Executive.

The job…

• Methodically qualify, build, and manage an accurate sales pipeline; maintain a high volume of “smart” activity 
• Build and maintain an accurate pipeline to include, monthly, quarterly and annual forecasts presentations to senior management
• Work hand-in-hand with our consulting partnerships to uncover new opportunities and foster ongoing relationships within the industry
• Skillfully deliver web-based and in-person presentations, leveraging strong product knowledge and sales best practices
• Be comfortable selling to VP & C-Suite executives, navigating through multiple decision makers in complex orgs to create compelling events and secure buy-in
• Work closely with a team of Sales Development Reps to provide strategic direction and feedback
• Develop strong relationships within the market while actively marketing and promoting Classy’s brand and products through adept public relations
• Consistently overachieve your quarterly and annual sales quota and be well-compensated for doing so
• Prospect, follow up on leads, influence and respond to RFPs

You…

• 5+ years experience in positioning and selling large, complex software solutions
• Knowledge and experience working within a solution-selling or consultative selling methodology
• Strong business and technical acumen 
• Experience acquiring new business
• Strong track record of achievement selling cloud solutions
• Technically savvy and skilled in using a CRM (preferably Salesforce) and other sales software tools
• Entrepreneurial drive and work ethic
• Must be eligible to work in the United States

Preferred…

• Bachelor’s Degree
• Salesforce CRM knowledge
• Training on Sandler, MEDDICC, or other solutions based selling and forecasting methodologies
• Experience working in or selling into the non-profit sector
• Experience working with cross functional teams to push deals over the finish line (ex: channel/partnerships, solutions engineers, deal desk, product marketing)
• Experience using Salesloft, 6Sense, LinkedIn Sales Navigator, ZoomInfo, and Chorus

Why you’ll love it here: 

• Market competitive pay.
• Rich healthcare benefits including employer paid premiums for medical/dental/vision (100% for employee-only plans and 85% for employee + dependent plans) and employer HSA contributions. 
• 401(k) retirement plan with company matching.
• Hybrid workplace with fully remote flexibility for many roles.
• Monetary support for new hire setup, hybrid work & wellbeing, family planning, and commuting expenses.
• A variety of mental and wellness programs to support employees.   
• Generous paid parental leave and family planning stipend.
• Company provided life and disability coverages.
• Supportive time off policies including vacation, sick/mental health days, volunteer days, company holidays, and a floating holiday.
• Learning & development and recognition programs.
• “Gives Back” Program where employees can nominate a fundraiser every week for a donation from the company.
• Inclusion, diversity, equity, and belonging are vital to our priorities and we continue to evolve our strategy to ensure DEI is embedded in all processes and programs at GoFundMe. Our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion team is always finding new ways for our company to uphold and represent the experiences of all of the people in our organization.
• Employee resource groups.
• Your work has a real purpose and will help change lives on a global scale.
• You’ll be a part of a fun, supportive team that works hard and celebrates accomplishments together. 
• We live by our core values: impatient to be great, find a way, earn trust every day, fueled by purpose.
• We are a certified Great Place to Work, are growing fast and have incredible opportunities ahead!

GoFundMe is proud to be an equal opportunity employer that actively pursues candidates of diverse backgrounds and experiences. We are committed to providing diversity, equity, and inclusion training to all employees, and we do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, ethnicity, nationality or national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, pregnancy status, marital status, age, medical condition, mental or physical disability, or military or veteran status.

The expected US salary range for this position is $217,000- $293,500, which may include potential sales incentive payments, + equity + benefits. Your recruiter can share more about the specific OTE structure for this position during the hiring process.

If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete a job application or a job interview or to otherwise participate in the hiring process, please contact us at accommodationrequests@gofundme.com

Dedication to Diversity 

GoFundMe and Classy are committed to leveraging Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging to cultivate a culture that embraces and supports the unique identities, experiences, and perspectives of our people and customers.

Our diversity recruiting priority is recognized under our first DEIB Driver: Opportunity Foster Diversity - we identify, recruit, and invest in top talent- ensure our people reflect the unique identities, experiences, and perspectives of the communities we serve and are all given the chance to grow.

Global Data Privacy Notice for Job Candidates and Applicants:

Depending on your location, the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) or certain US privacy laws may regulate the way we manage the data of job applicants. Our full notice outlining how data will be processed as part of the application procedure for applicable locations is available here. By submitting your application, you are agreeing to our use and processing of your data as required. 

Learn more about GoFundMe:

We’re proud to partner with GoFundMe.org, an independent public charity, to extend the reach and impact of our generous community, while helping drive critical social change. You can learn more about GoFundMe.org’s activities and impact in their FY ‘23 annual report.

Our annual “Year in Help” reportreflects our community’s impact in advancing our mission of helping people help each other.

For recent company news and announcements, visit our Newsroom.

LivePerson (NASDAQ: LPSN) is the global leader in enterprise conversations. Hundreds of the world’s leading brands — including HSBC, Chipotle, and Virgin Media — use our award-winning Conversational Cloud platform to connect with millions of consumers. We power nearly a billion conversational interactions every month, providing a uniquely rich data set and safety tools to unlock the power of Conversational AI for better customer experiences.  

At LivePerson, we foster an inclusive workplace culture that encourages meaningful connection, collaboration, and innovation. Everyone is invited to ask questions, actively seek new ways to achieve success, and reach their full potential. We are continually looking for ways to improve our products and make things better. This means spotting opportunities, solving ambiguities, and seeking effective solutions to the problems our customers care about. 

Overview:

We are looking for a dynamic and results-driven Senior Strategic Account Executive to join our team. This role is perfect for a motivated sales professional with a hunter mentality and a growth mindset. The ideal candidate will excel in acquiring new relationships with Fortune 500 companies and fostering strong connections with your existing client base. We seek individuals who can build positive, trusted relationships with key team members and C-suite decision-makers, helping customers maximize the value of their LivePerson investments. With a proven track record in sales and a commitment to growth, the ideal candidate will be instrumental in expanding our customer base and driving our company's growth, through our customer’s success.

We are a remote-first organization that places great importance on gathering our teams for company events, collaborative projects, and training sessions. We are specifically looking for candidates based in Atlanta, GA. Candidates should be comfortable working from home with the expectation of occasionally meeting in person for the activities mentioned above. This role will also involve traveling primarily within your region to visit customers, providing a unique opportunity for those who prefer proximity-based travel. If you are located in any of the designated locations and your background fits the qualifications, we encourage you to apply. This position is ideal for those who align with our dynamic work setup and travel requirements.

You will:

• Develop key customer stakeholder relationships and drive customer satisfaction at assigned accounts
• Develop and drive the overall long-term strategy for the account, aligned with customer business objectives
• Devise and execute a robust sales strategy, focusing on acquiring new clients (net new logos) by conducting research, identifying key players, qualifying leads to drive new business relationships, and growing value-add relationships with key decision makers by becoming a trusted advisor
• Have experience attracting and engaging with Fortune 100 organizations at the CxO level, primarily focused on strategic business priorities including digital transformation in customer experience.
• Engage with existing and prospect organizations to position LivePerson products through strategic value-based selling, business case definition, return on investment analysis, references, and analyst data.
• Demonstrate the ability to develop a strategic point of view (POV) with brands, enhancing their current customer experience (CX) while positioning both LivePerson and yourself as thought leaders in the digital customer conversation space.
• Navigate complex sales processes involving multiple stakeholders and buyer groups, providing comprehensive organizational recommendations.
• Develop detailed account plans for prospects and existing clients within assigned territory.
• Utilize strategic account management techniques to nurture existing client relationships, ensuring retention and expansion of account spending.
• Collaborate effectively with internal teams and subject matter experts to facilitate the sales process.

You have: 

• 10-12+ years of experience in Enterprise B2B SaaS sales.
• 4+ years of experience selling complex business applications/technology 
• You embody a true “hunter”; you have experience generating pipeline and closing new business
• Demonstrated track record of consistently exceeding sales targets.
• Strong sales acumen with a creative problem-solving approach.
• Exceptional presentation and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage with senior executives and foster productive relationships.
• Demonstrated intellectual curiosity and a drive to contribute to business growth.
• Experience working in a fast-growing company selling innovative products.
• Prefer experience with/understanding Financial Services/Consumer Banking, Insurance(P&C/Health)
• Prefer experience with/understanding of selling Chief Operating Officer, Chief Experience Officer and Chief Information/Innovation Officers
• Prefer experience in co-selling with partners
• Bachelor’s degree

Benefits: 

The base salary range for this role will be between $135,000 to $165,000 USD with a 50/50 commission split. Final compensation will be determined by a variety of factors, including, but not limited to your location, skills, experience, education, and/or professional certifications. During the phone screening, your recruiter will provide the location-specific salary range for this role. Regardless of your personal situation or where you are in the world, LivePerson offers comprehensive and great benefits programs to meet your needs:

• Health: medical, dental, and vision insurance and wellbeing resources and programs
• Time away: Public holidays and discretionary PTO package for flexible days off with manager approval
• Financial: 401K, ESPP, Basic life and AD&D insurance, long-term and short-term disability
• Family: parental leave, maternity support, fertility services
• Development: tuition reimbursement and access to internal professional development resources.
• Additional: 24/7 access to professional counselors, voluntary insurance coverage, exclusive perks and discounts

Why you’ll love working here: 

LivePerson is a hub for the ever-curious and proactive, offering a flexible work-life balance tailored to individual needs. With offices and WeWork locations worldwide, our flexible work policy provides our teams the freedom to work from their preferred environment. We're very proud to have earned recognition from Fast Company, Newsweek, and BuiltIn for being a top innovative, beloved, and remote-friendly workplace. 

Belonging at LivePerson

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations and ordinances. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state, and local law.

We are committed to the accessibility needs of applicants and employees. We provide reasonable accommodations to job applicants with physical or mental disabilities. Applicants with a disability who require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should inform their recruiting contact upon initial connection.

#LI-Remote

LivePerson (NASDAQ: LPSN) is the global leader in enterprise conversations. Hundreds of the world’s leading brands — including HSBC, Chipotle, and Virgin Media — use our award-winning Conversational Cloud platform to connect with millions of consumers. We power nearly a billion conversational interactions every month, providing a uniquely rich data set and safety tools to unlock the power of Conversational AI for better customer experiences.  

At LivePerson, we foster an inclusive workplace culture that encourages meaningful connection, collaboration, and innovation. Everyone is invited to ask questions, actively seek new ways to achieve success, and reach their full potential. We are continually looking for ways to improve our products and make things better. This means spotting opportunities, solving ambiguities, and seeking effective solutions to the problems our customers care about. 

Overview:

We are looking for a dynamic and results-driven Senior Strategic Account Executive to join our team. This role is perfect for a motivated sales professional with a hunter mentality and a growth mindset. The ideal candidate will excel in acquiring new relationships with Fortune 500 companies and fostering strong connections with your existing client base. We seek individuals who can build positive, trusted relationships with key team members and C-suite decision-makers, helping customers maximize the value of their LivePerson investments. With a proven track record in sales and a commitment to growth, the ideal candidate will be instrumental in expanding our customer base and driving our company's growth, through our customer’s success.

We are a remote-first organization that places great importance on gathering our teams for company events, collaborative projects, and training sessions. We are specifically looking for candidates based in Florida. Candidates should be comfortable working from home with the expectation of occasionally meeting in person for the activities mentioned above. This role will also involve traveling primarily within your region to visit customers, providing a unique opportunity for those who prefer proximity-based travel. If you are located in any of the designated locations and your background fits the qualifications, we encourage you to apply. This position is ideal for those who align with our dynamic work setup and travel requirements.

You will:

• Develop key customer stakeholder relationships and drive customer satisfaction at assigned accounts
• Develop and drive the overall long-term strategy for the account, aligned with customer business objectives
• Devise and execute a robust sales strategy, focusing on acquiring new clients (net new logos) by conducting research, identifying key players, qualifying leads to drive new business relationships, and growing value-add relationships with key decision makers by becoming a trusted advisor
• Have experience attracting and engaging with Fortune 100 organizations at the CxO level, primarily focused on strategic business priorities including digital transformation in customer experience.
• Engage with existing and prospect organizations to position LivePerson products through strategic value-based selling, business case definition, return on investment analysis, references, and analyst data.
• Demonstrate the ability to develop a strategic point of view (POV) with brands, enhancing their current customer experience (CX) while positioning both LivePerson and yourself as thought leaders in the digital customer conversation space.
• Navigate complex sales processes involving multiple stakeholders and buyer groups, providing comprehensive organizational recommendations.
• Develop detailed account plans for prospects and existing clients within assigned territory.
• Utilize strategic account management techniques to nurture existing client relationships, ensuring retention and expansion of account spending.
• Collaborate effectively with internal teams and subject matter experts to facilitate the sales process.

You have: 

• 10-12+ years of experience in Enterprise B2B SaaS sales.
• 4+ years of experience selling complex business applications/technology 
• You embody a true “hunter”; you have experience generating pipeline and closing new business
• Demonstrated track record of consistently exceeding sales targets.
• Strong sales acumen with a creative problem-solving approach.
• Exceptional presentation and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage with senior executives and foster productive relationships.
• Demonstrated intellectual curiosity and a drive to contribute to business growth.
• Experience working in a fast-growing company selling innovative products.
• Prefer experience with/understanding Financial Services/Consumer Banking, Insurance(P&C/Health)
• Prefer experience with/understanding of selling Chief Operating Officer, Chief Experience Officer and Chief Information/Innovation Officers
• Prefer experience in co-selling with partners
• Bachelor’s degree

Benefits: 

The base salary range for this role will be between $135,000 to $165,000 USD with a 50/50 commission split. Final compensation will be determined by a variety of factors, including, but not limited to your location, skills, experience, education, and/or professional certifications. During the phone screening, your recruiter will provide the location-specific salary range for this role. Regardless of your personal situation or where you are in the world, LivePerson offers comprehensive and great benefits programs to meet your needs:

• Health: medical, dental, and vision insurance and wellbeing resources and programs
• Time away: Public holidays and discretionary PTO package for flexible days off with manager approval
• Financial: 401K, ESPP, Basic life and AD&D insurance, long-term and short-term disability
• Family: parental leave, maternity support, fertility services
• Development: tuition reimbursement and access to internal professional development resources.
• Additional: 24/7 access to professional counselors, voluntary insurance coverage, exclusive perks and discounts

Why you’ll love working here: 

LivePerson is a hub for the ever-curious and proactive, offering a flexible work-life balance tailored to individual needs. With offices and WeWork locations worldwide, our flexible work policy provides our teams the freedom to work from their preferred environment. We're very proud to have earned recognition from Fast Company, Newsweek, and BuiltIn for being a top innovative, beloved, and remote-friendly workplace. 

Belonging at LivePerson

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations and ordinances. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state, and local law.

We are committed to the accessibility needs of applicants and employees. We provide reasonable accommodations to job applicants with physical or mental disabilities. Applicants with a disability who require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should inform their recruiting contact upon initial connection.

#LI-Remote

LivePerson (NASDAQ: LPSN) is the global leader in enterprise conversations. Hundreds of the world’s leading brands — including HSBC, Chipotle, and Virgin Media — use our award-winning Conversational Cloud platform to connect with millions of consumers. We power nearly a billion conversational interactions every month, providing a uniquely rich data set and safety tools to unlock the power of Conversational AI for better customer experiences.  

At LivePerson, we foster an inclusive workplace culture that encourages meaningful connection, collaboration, and innovation. Everyone is invited to ask questions, actively seek new ways to achieve success, and reach their full potential. We are continually looking for ways to improve our products and make things better. This means spotting opportunities, solving ambiguities, and seeking effective solutions to the problems our customers care about. 

Overview:

We are looking for a dynamic and results-driven Senior Strategic Account Executive to join our team. This role is perfect for a motivated sales professional with a hunter mentality and a growth mindset. The ideal candidate will excel in acquiring new relationships with Fortune 500 companies and fostering strong connections with your existing client base. We seek individuals who can build positive, trusted relationships with key team members and C-suite decision-makers, helping customers maximize the value of their LivePerson investments. With a proven track record in sales and a commitment to growth, the ideal candidate will be instrumental in expanding our customer base and driving our company's growth, through our customer’s success.

We are a remote-first organization that places great importance on gathering our teams for company events, collaborative projects, and training sessions. We are specifically looking for candidates based in Chicago, IL. Candidates should be comfortable working from home with the expectation of occasionally meeting in person for the activities mentioned above. This role will also involve traveling primarily within your region to visit customers, providing a unique opportunity for those who prefer proximity-based travel. If you are located in any of the designated locations and your background fits the qualifications, we encourage you to apply. This position is ideal for those who align with our dynamic work setup and travel requirements.

You will:

• Develop key customer stakeholder relationships and drive customer satisfaction at assigned accounts
• Develop and drive the overall long-term strategy for the account, aligned with customer business objectives
• Devise and execute a robust sales strategy, focusing on acquiring new clients (net new logos) by conducting research, identifying key players, qualifying leads to drive new business relationships, and growing value-add relationships with key decision makers by becoming a trusted advisor
• Have experience attracting and engaging with Fortune 100 organizations at the CxO level, primarily focused on strategic business priorities including digital transformation in customer experience.
• Engage with existing and prospect organizations to position LivePerson products through strategic value-based selling, business case definition, return on investment analysis, references, and analyst data.
• Demonstrate the ability to develop a strategic point of view (POV) with brands, enhancing their current customer experience (CX) while positioning both LivePerson and yourself as thought leaders in the digital customer conversation space.
• Navigate complex sales processes involving multiple stakeholders and buyer groups, providing comprehensive organizational recommendations.
• Develop detailed account plans for prospects and existing clients within assigned territory.
• Utilize strategic account management techniques to nurture existing client relationships, ensuring retention and expansion of account spending.
• Collaborate effectively with internal teams and subject matter experts to facilitate the sales process.

You have: 

• 10-12+ years of experience in Enterprise B2B SaaS sales.
• 4+ years of experience selling complex business applications/technology 
• You embody a true “hunter”; you have experience generating pipeline and closing new business
• Demonstrated track record of consistently exceeding sales targets.
• Strong sales acumen with a creative problem-solving approach.
• Exceptional presentation and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage with senior executives and foster productive relationships.
• Demonstrated intellectual curiosity and a drive to contribute to business growth.
• Experience working in a fast-growing company selling innovative products.
• Prefer experience with/understanding Financial Services/Consumer Banking, Insurance(P&C/Health)
• Prefer experience with/understanding of selling Chief Operating Officer, Chief Experience Officer and Chief Information/Innovation Officers
• Prefer experience in co-selling with partners
• Bachelor’s degree

Benefits: 

The base salary range for this role will be between $135,000 to $165,000 USD with a 50/50 commission split. Final compensation will be determined by a variety of factors, including, but not limited to your location, skills, experience, education, and/or professional certifications. During the phone screening, your recruiter will provide the location-specific salary range for this role. Regardless of your personal situation or where you are in the world, LivePerson offers comprehensive and great benefits programs to meet your needs:

• Health: medical, dental, and vision insurance and wellbeing resources and programs
• Time away: Public holidays and discretionary PTO package for flexible days off with manager approval
• Financial: 401K, ESPP, Basic life and AD&D insurance, long-term and short-term disability
• Family: parental leave, maternity support, fertility services
• Development: tuition reimbursement and access to internal professional development resources.
• Additional: 24/7 access to professional counselors, voluntary insurance coverage, exclusive perks and discounts

Why you’ll love working here: 

LivePerson is a hub for the ever-curious and proactive, offering a flexible work-life balance tailored to individual needs. With offices and WeWork locations worldwide, our flexible work policy provides our teams the freedom to work from their preferred environment. We're very proud to have earned recognition from Fast Company, Newsweek, and BuiltIn for being a top innovative, beloved, and remote-friendly workplace. 

Belonging at LivePerson

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations and ordinances. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state, and local law.

We are committed to the accessibility needs of applicants and employees. We provide reasonable accommodations to job applicants with physical or mental disabilities. Applicants with a disability who require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should inform their recruiting contact upon initial connection.

#LI-Remote

About the Department

Account Executives, Channel Account Managers, Business Development Representatives, Solution Engineers, Customer Success, and Sales Operations - all working together help our customers adopt Cloudflare and create great Internet-enabled experiences. The sales team at Cloudflare helps customers solve real, technical problems while creating the revenue streams that help the company provide free service to millions in our community.

Based in Germany, you will drive sales into large enterprise/strategic accounts across DACH for Cloudflare’s solutions. Large enterprise accounts include, but are not limited to, MNC’s, G2000/CAC 40 companies, hyper-growth companies, and other organisations that have substantial requirements for Cloudflare solutions. Your strategic selling activities will include "hunter" type activities to proactively penetrate target named large accounts, detailed account planning, focused relationship building and leading effective sales campaigns to successful closure.

The ideal candidate will possess both a major account sales background in technology solutions, primarily software based, that enables them to drive engagement with senior level decision makers within Cloudflare’s target customers. Industry experience selling into Finance, Retail, Manufacturing and other Enterprise verticals along with Service Provider is desired in this role.

As an Enterprise Account Executive, you'll be responsible for developing and executing against a Sales strategy/plan for Strategic accounts, as well as driving large account sales into DACH/German-speaking markets to achieve revenue targets. Therefore, you must have a strong network of contacts with decision makers in large enterprise accounts across the region, and have experience selling complex solutions to these accounts. You will have an intuitive understanding and experience with the key business and technical needs of these and large accounts and will create and deliver compelling value propositions to them for Cloudflare solutions.

Additional responsibilities will include

• Manage contract negotiations
• Maintain a robust sales pipeline
• Develop long-term strategic relationships with key accounts

Examples of desirable skills, knowledge and experience

• Fluent in both English and German
• Relevant direct experience, track record, and relationships within largest corporate enterprise accounts in DACH & German speaking markets   
• 10-20+ years of direct B2B selling experience, 5-10+ years selling to large enterprise/strategic accounts 
• Direct experience selling network security and/or CDN solutions and services preferred
• Prior experience being part of an early sales team helping drive traction in DACH for a US-based SaaS company highly preferred
• Experience managing longer, complex sales cycles
• Basic understanding of computer networking and “how the internet works”
• Aptitude for learning technical concepts/terms (Technical background in engineering, computer science, or MIS a plus)
• Strong interpersonal communication (verbal and written) and organizational skills
• Self-motivated; entrepreneurial spirit
• Comfortable working in a fast paced dynamic environment

LivePerson (NASDAQ: LPSN) is the global leader in enterprise conversations. Hundreds of the world’s leading brands — including HSBC, Chipotle, and Virgin Media — use our award-winning Conversational Cloud platform to connect with millions of consumers. We power nearly a billion conversational interactions every month, providing a uniquely rich data set and safety tools to unlock the power of Conversational AI for better customer experiences.  

At LivePerson, we foster an inclusive workplace culture that encourages meaningful connection, collaboration, and innovation. Everyone is invited to ask questions, actively seek new ways to achieve success, and reach their full potential. We are continually looking for ways to improve our products and make things better. This means spotting opportunities, solving ambiguities, and seeking effective solutions to the problems our customers care about. 

Overview:

We are looking for a dynamic and results-driven Senior Strategic Account Executive to join our team. This role is perfect for a motivated sales professional with a hunter mentality and a growth mindset. The ideal candidate will excel in acquiring new relationships with Fortune 500 companies and fostering strong connections with your existing client base. We seek individuals who can build positive, trusted relationships with key team members and C-suite decision-makers, helping customers maximize the value of their LivePerson investments. With a proven track record in sales and a commitment to growth, the ideal candidate will be instrumental in expanding our customer base and driving our company's growth, through our customer’s success.

We are a remote-first organization that places great importance on gathering our teams for company events, collaborative projects, and training sessions. We are specifically looking for candidates based in Seattle, WA. Candidates should be comfortable working from home with the expectation of occasionally meeting in person for the activities mentioned above. This role will also involve traveling primarily within your region to visit customers, providing a unique opportunity for those who prefer proximity-based travel. If you are located in any of the designated locations and your background fits the qualifications, we encourage you to apply. This position is ideal for those who align with our dynamic work setup and travel requirements.

You will:

• Develop key customer stakeholder relationships and drive customer satisfaction at assigned accounts
• Develop and drive the overall long-term strategy for the account, aligned with customer business objectives
• Devise and execute a robust sales strategy, focusing on acquiring new clients (net new logos) by conducting research, identifying key players, qualifying leads to drive new business relationships, and growing value-add relationships with key decision makers by becoming a trusted advisor
• Have experience attracting and engaging with Fortune 100 organizations at the CxO level, primarily focused on strategic business priorities including digital transformation in customer experience.
• Engage with existing and prospect organizations to position LivePerson products through strategic value-based selling, business case definition, return on investment analysis, references, and analyst data.
• Demonstrate the ability to develop a strategic point of view (POV) with brands, enhancing their current customer experience (CX) while positioning both LivePerson and yourself as thought leaders in the digital customer conversation space.
• Navigate complex sales processes involving multiple stakeholders and buyer groups, providing comprehensive organizational recommendations.
• Develop detailed account plans for prospects and existing clients within assigned territory.
• Utilize strategic account management techniques to nurture existing client relationships, ensuring retention and expansion of account spending.
• Collaborate effectively with internal teams and subject matter experts to facilitate the sales process.

You have: 

• 10-12+ years of experience in Enterprise B2B SaaS sales.
• 4+ years of experience selling complex business applications/technology 
• You embody a true “hunter”; you have experience generating pipeline and closing new business
• Demonstrated track record of consistently exceeding sales targets.
• Strong sales acumen with a creative problem-solving approach.
• Exceptional presentation and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage with senior executives and foster productive relationships.
• Demonstrated intellectual curiosity and a drive to contribute to business growth.
• Experience working in a fast-growing company selling innovative products.
• Prefer experience with/understanding Financial Services/Consumer Banking, Insurance(P&C/Health)
• Prefer experience with/understanding of selling Chief Operating Officer, Chief Experience Officer and Chief Information/Innovation Officers
• Prefer experience in co-selling with partners
• Bachelor’s degree

Benefits: 

The base salary range for this role will be between $135,000 to $165,000 USD with a 50/50 commission split. Final compensation will be determined by a variety of factors, including, but not limited to your location, skills, experience, education, and/or professional certifications. During the phone screening, your recruiter will provide the location-specific salary range for this role. Regardless of your personal situation or where you are in the world, LivePerson offers comprehensive and great benefits programs to meet your needs:

• Health: medical, dental, and vision insurance and wellbeing resources and programs
• Time away: Public holidays and discretionary PTO package for flexible days off with manager approval
• Financial: 401K, ESPP, Basic life and AD&D insurance, long-term and short-term disability
• Family: parental leave, maternity support, fertility services
• Development: tuition reimbursement and access to internal professional development resources.
• Additional: 24/7 access to professional counselors, voluntary insurance coverage, exclusive perks and discounts

Why you’ll love working here: 

LivePerson is a hub for the ever-curious and proactive, offering a flexible work-life balance tailored to individual needs. With offices and WeWork locations worldwide, our flexible work policy provides our teams the freedom to work from their preferred environment. We're very proud to have earned recognition from Fast Company, Newsweek, and BuiltIn for being a top innovative, beloved, and remote-friendly workplace. 

Belonging at LivePerson

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations and ordinances. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state, and local law.

We are committed to the accessibility needs of applicants and employees. We provide reasonable accommodations to job applicants with physical or mental disabilities. Applicants with a disability who require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should inform their recruiting contact upon initial connection.

#LI-Remote

LivePerson (NASDAQ: LPSN) is the global leader in enterprise conversations. Hundreds of the world’s leading brands — including HSBC, Chipotle, and Virgin Media — use our award-winning Conversational Cloud platform to connect with millions of consumers. We power nearly a billion conversational interactions every month, providing a uniquely rich data set and safety tools to unlock the power of Conversational AI for better customer experiences.  

At LivePerson, we foster an inclusive workplace culture that encourages meaningful connection, collaboration, and innovation. Everyone is invited to ask questions, actively seek new ways to achieve success, and reach their full potential. We are continually looking for ways to improve our products and make things better. This means spotting opportunities, solving ambiguities, and seeking effective solutions to the problems our customers care about. 

Overview:

We are looking for a dynamic and results-driven Senior Strategic Account Executive to join our team. This role is perfect for a motivated sales professional with a hunter mentality and a growth mindset. The ideal candidate will excel in acquiring new relationships with Fortune 500 companies and fostering strong connections with your existing client base. We seek individuals who can build positive, trusted relationships with key team members and C-suite decision-makers, helping customers maximize the value of their LivePerson investments. With a proven track record in sales and a commitment to growth, the ideal candidate will be instrumental in expanding our customer base and driving our company's growth, through our customer’s success.

We are a remote-first organization that places great importance on gathering our teams for company events, collaborative projects, and training sessions. We are specifically looking for candidates based in Minnesota. Candidates should be comfortable working from home with the expectation of occasionally meeting in person for the activities mentioned above. This role will also involve traveling primarily within your region to visit customers, providing a unique opportunity for those who prefer proximity-based travel. If you are located in any of the designated locations and your background fits the qualifications, we encourage you to apply. This position is ideal for those who align with our dynamic work setup and travel requirements.

You will:

• Develop key customer stakeholder relationships and drive customer satisfaction at assigned accounts
• Develop and drive the overall long-term strategy for the account, aligned with customer business objectives
• Devise and execute a robust sales strategy, focusing on acquiring new clients (net new logos) by conducting research, identifying key players, qualifying leads to drive new business relationships, and growing value-add relationships with key decision makers by becoming a trusted advisor
• Have experience attracting and engaging with Fortune 100 organizations at the CxO level, primarily focused on strategic business priorities including digital transformation in customer experience.
• Engage with existing and prospect organizations to position LivePerson products through strategic value-based selling, business case definition, return on investment analysis, references, and analyst data.
• Demonstrate the ability to develop a strategic point of view (POV) with brands, enhancing their current customer experience (CX) while positioning both LivePerson and yourself as thought leaders in the digital customer conversation space.
• Navigate complex sales processes involving multiple stakeholders and buyer groups, providing comprehensive organizational recommendations.
• Develop detailed account plans for prospects and existing clients within assigned territory.
• Utilize strategic account management techniques to nurture existing client relationships, ensuring retention and expansion of account spending.
• Collaborate effectively with internal teams and subject matter experts to facilitate the sales process.

You have: 

• 10-12+ years of experience in Enterprise B2B SaaS sales.
• 4+ years of experience selling complex business applications/technology 
• You embody a true “hunter”; you have experience generating pipeline and closing new business
• Demonstrated track record of consistently exceeding sales targets.
• Strong sales acumen with a creative problem-solving approach.
• Exceptional presentation and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage with senior executives and foster productive relationships.
• Demonstrated intellectual curiosity and a drive to contribute to business growth.
• Experience working in a fast-growing company selling innovative products.
• Prefer experience with/understanding Financial Services/Consumer Banking, Insurance(P&C/Health)
• Prefer experience with/understanding of selling Chief Operating Officer, Chief Experience Officer and Chief Information/Innovation Officers
• Prefer experience in co-selling with partners
• Bachelor’s degree

Benefits: 

The base salary range for this role will be between $135,000 to $165,000 USD with a 50/50 commission split. Final compensation will be determined by a variety of factors, including, but not limited to your location, skills, experience, education, and/or professional certifications. During the phone screening, your recruiter will provide the location-specific salary range for this role. Regardless of your personal situation or where you are in the world, LivePerson offers comprehensive and great benefits programs to meet your needs:

• Health: medical, dental, and vision insurance and wellbeing resources and programs
• Time away: Public holidays and discretionary PTO package for flexible days off with manager approval
• Financial: 401K, ESPP, Basic life and AD&D insurance, long-term and short-term disability
• Family: parental leave, maternity support, fertility services
• Development: tuition reimbursement and access to internal professional development resources.
• Additional: 24/7 access to professional counselors, voluntary insurance coverage, exclusive perks and discounts

Why you’ll love working here: 

LivePerson is a hub for the ever-curious and proactive, offering a flexible work-life balance tailored to individual needs. With offices and WeWork locations worldwide, our flexible work policy provides our teams the freedom to work from their preferred environment. We're very proud to have earned recognition from Fast Company, Newsweek, and BuiltIn for being a top innovative, beloved, and remote-friendly workplace. 

Belonging at LivePerson

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations and ordinances. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state, and local law.

We are committed to the accessibility needs of applicants and employees. We provide reasonable accommodations to job applicants with physical or mental disabilities. Applicants with a disability who require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should inform their recruiting contact upon initial connection.

#LI-Remote

Your impact

Handshake is hiringan Enterprise Account Executive to join our Employer Sales Team - showcasing Handshake as the premier way for top brands to recruit emerging college talent. You will be responsible for developing and delivering a stable book of business: prospecting, cultivating, and closing new accounts while growing existing customer relationships and helping Handshake hit growth and attainment targets. You will maximize revenue while producing value and brand awareness for hundreds of current and prospective clients across the country.

Your role

• Develop and cultivate deep relationships with senior executives at the Director, SVP, and VP levels

• Actively source and provide valuable market research, including industry-specific information and trends for prospects and teammates

• Run effective discovery to understand business needs, conceive and pitch creative recruiting solutions that align to organizations' strategic priorities

• Command, report and forecast sales activity - from prospecting target accounts and contacts to closing deals

• Update and create sales proposals, leading complex relationships with recruiting teams around the country

• Work closely with the Employer, Student, and University Product teams to gather, analyze, and understand change to "market"  requirements to guide product enhancements

• Generate scalable revenue and hit target quota on a quarterly and annual basis

• Build new customer relationships by enabling prospects to effectively evaluate Handshake, develop a business case and close new business deals.

Your experience

• 7+ years of SaaS sales closing experience with 3+ years of enterprise SaaS sales closing experience

• Experience operating in a high-growth business environment like Handshake

• A strong history of quota attainment and excellent performance on a high-reaching team

• Travel up to 25%

• Pre-sales experience: prioritization and outreach including scalable email communication and 1:1 customization

• Sales Experience: discovery including 2nd and 3rd level pain, demonstrating and explaining ROI and bridging, and having the ability to hold customers to deadlines and generate urgency to drive deals forward in the sales cycle

• Demonstrates enthusiasm for working outside of scope to enrich processes and have an impact on larger business objectives

Bonus areas of expertise

• Experience preparing sales proposals, forecasting, and account planning

• Knowledge of how online recruiting technology works - and the ability to explain it in ordinary terms

• Possess relationships with key HR decision makers at national Fortune 1000 companies and other top brands.

• Ability to successfully drive revenue and growth through the development of long-term strategic relationships with existing customers

Compensation range

• $260,00 - $280,000 OTE 50/50 Split