Role Summary
We are seeking a results-driven Account Executive with approximately 4+ years of experience in B2B technology or cybersecurity sales. This is a hybrid role focused on acquiring new business and expanding existing accounts for a leading South African email security and cloud services provider. You will work closely with technical teams to position cybersecurity, email archiving, and cloud-based communication products to enterprise and mid-market clients.
Key Responsibilities
- Identify and close new business opportunities across enterprise and mid-market segments.
- Manage and grow a portfolio of existing accounts through upselling, cross-selling, and renewals.
- Conduct virtual product demos and customer consultations in collaboration with internal technical teams.
- Prepare proposals, manage the full sales cycle, and negotiate contract terms.
- Maintain an up-to-date sales pipeline and CRM records.
- Collaborate with internal departments (marketing, product, customer support) to ensure seamless service delivery.
- Stay up to date on industry trends in email security, compliance, and cloud-based services.
Minimum Qualifications & Experience
4+ years of experience in a sales or account executive role, ideally within SaaS, cybersecurity, or IT services.Demonstrated ability to meet and exceed sales targets.Experience working with enterprise clients and managing a full sales cycle remotely.Strong technical aptitude with the ability to understand and communicate value propositions of cybersecurity and cloud solutions.Excellent verbal and written communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.Preferred Skills
Familiarity with email security, compliance, and archiving solutions.Previous experience selling to regulated industries (e.g., finance, healthcare, government).Competency with CRM platforms such as HubSpot or Salesforce.Consultative sales approach and client-centric mindset.Ability to work cross-functionally with technical and support teams.Key Performance Indicators
New business revenue growth.Retention and expansion of existing accounts.Accuracy of forecasting and CRM pipeline management.Client satisfaction and engagement levels.Compensation & Benefits
Competitive PayHybrid work environmentOngoing learning and development opportunities#J-18808-Ljbffr