The Select Group

Account Executive - Technology

The Select Group$100K — $120K *
Information Technology
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5+ years in business development and sales experience.
  • Background in selling IT consulting services or technology solutions.
  • History of consistently exceeding sales targets and quotas.
  • Experience in new account development or managing large accounts.
  • Strong prospecting and sales cycle management skills.
  • Excellent communication, presentation, and negotiation abilities.
  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent business experience.

Responsibilities

  • Identify and engage potential clients to create new business opportunities.
  • Develop tailored proposals and presentations in collaboration with internal teams.
  • Manage and grow a robust sales pipeline using CRM tools.
  • Achieve or surpass quarterly and annual sales goals and KPIs.
  • Build strong relationships as the main point of contact for clients.
  • Understand client challenges and align services to meet their needs.
  • Collaborate with technical and project delivery teams to ensure client satisfaction.

Benefits

  • Remote work option within commuting distance of Austin, TX.
  • Strong focus on employee wellbeing and growth through CSR programs.
  • Inclusive company culture prioritizing community engagement.
  • Opportunities for networking and professional engagements at industry events.
Full Job Description
Account Executive - Technology Industry - Remote (Austin, TX)

About the Job: Account Executive - Technology Industry

Location: Austin, TX

Remote Office: To be considered for this position, candidates must live within a commutable distance of our client(s) in Austin, Texas, due to the requirement of frequent onsite meetings in the local region.

Key Responsibilities:

Business Development:
  • Client Acquisition: Proactively identify, target, and engage potential clients to generate new business opportunities. This includes generating sales leads and cold-calling prospective clients.
  • Proposal Development: Collaborate with internal teams to develop compelling proposals, presentations, and RFP responses tailored to client needs.
  • Pipeline Management: Maintain and grow a robust sales pipeline using CRM tools, ensuring consistent follow-ups and progress tracking.
  • Revenue Goals: Achieve or exceed quarterly and annual sales goals and other KPIs set by leadership.

Client Engagement & Activity:
  • Relationship Management: As part of client engagement, you will build and maintain strong client relationships by serving as the primary point of contact, prioritizing in-person interactions, and leveraging virtual platforms when needed. You will also travel frequently to client locations to provide hands-on support and represent the firm at industry events, conferences, and networking opportunities to strengthen partnerships and enhance visibility.
  • Needs Assessment: Partner with clients to understand their business challenges and objectives, aligning TSG's core service areas to meet their needs.
  • Client Advocacy: Serve as a client advocate within the firm, ensuring expectations are met and requests are responded to promptly.
  • Stakeholder Engagement: Engage with senior client personnel and decision-makers to establish and sustain strong professional relationships.
  • Account Planning: Develop and execute detailed account plans, outlining strategies for growth and alignment with client business goals.

Internal Collaboration:
  • Solutions Development: Partner closely with the technical solutions development team to design and present tailored solutions that address client needs and demonstrate the firm's capabilities.
  • Service Delivery: Collaborate with the project delivery team to ensure seamless execution of deliverables, maintaining alignment with client expectations and project timelines.
  • Sales Support: Work with the sales support team to develop comprehensive proposals, pricing strategies, and contracts that align with business objectives and client requirements.
  • Marketing: Coordinate with the marketing team to leverage campaigns, collateral, and events to support business development efforts and strengthen client engagement.
  • Cross-Functional Communication: Act as a liaison between client-facing teams and internal departments to ensure alignment, efficiency, and a unified approach to achieving client success.

Key Qualifications:
  • At least 5 years of business development and professional selling experience.
  • Experience selling IT Consulting Services or Technology Solutions required
    • Sales experience within the Technology Industry is highly preferred.
  • Proven track record of consistently exceeding objectives and quotas.
  • Successful experience with new account development and/or large account management.
  • Proven prospecting and sales cycle management skills.
  • High levels of social perceptiveness with a passion for understanding and exceeding client expectations.
  • Excellent communication, presentation, and negotiation skills.
  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent business experience.

Our Culture:
At TSG, our culture is grounded in taking care of one another. Through our CSR program focused on the wellbeing of our people, we foster a high-performing environment. We remain committed to shaping a more inclusive future for our company and the communities we serve. By prioritizing wellbeing, growth, and inclusivity, we build a foundation of trust, innovation, and shared success-one that multiplies the achievements of our employees, our clients, and our business.

Connect with us:
  • See our culture in action on LinkedIn and Instagram
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Questions? Reach out to our talent acquisition team.

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About The Select Group

The Select Group is a full-service recruiting firm specializing in the placement of top-tier technical professionals in the Information Technology, Engineering, and Healthcare industries. The company was founded in 1999 and is headquartered in Raleigh, North Carolina. The Select Group has a nationwide presence with offices in major cities across the United States. The company has a strong focus on building long-term relationships with both clients and candidates, and prides itself on its ability to provide customized staffing solutions to meet the unique needs of each client. The Select Group has been recognized as one of the fastest-growing private companies in the United States by Inc. Magazine.
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