Director, Strategic Accounts Jobs

Explore Director, Strategic Accounts opportunities for experienced leaders who build lasting customer partnerships and grow revenue from high-value accounts. These roles combine relationship management, commercial strategy, and team leadership to help organizations deliver value to their most important clients. Ladders features vetted professional jobs with salaries of $100,000 or more.

What Does a Director of Strategic Accounts Do?

A Director of Strategic Accounts develops and oversees plans for an organization’s largest or most influential customers. Responsibilities commonly include setting account strategy, strengthening executive relationships, identifying opportunities to expand business, coordinating cross-functional teams, and ensuring solutions align with client goals. Directors may also lead account managers, monitor performance, negotiate agreements, and forecast revenue.

Skills and Experience Employers Seek

Employers often look for a record of growing complex accounts, strong communication and negotiation skills, and the ability to influence senior stakeholders. Strategic thinking, financial and pipeline analysis, customer success expertise, and experience leading teams can also be important. Requirements vary by industry and company, and some roles favor backgrounds in enterprise sales, business development, or client services.

Industries and Career Opportunities

Director, Strategic Accounts positions are available across sectors such as technology, healthcare, financial services, consulting, and business services. Depending on the organization, the role may focus on enterprise customers, national accounts, channel partners, or a specific market. It can offer a path to senior commercial leadership, including vice president of strategic accounts, sales leadership, or customer growth roles.

Find Director, Strategic Accounts Jobs on Ladders

Search Ladders for vetted Director, Strategic Accounts openings with salaries of $100,000 or more. Compare opportunities by industry, location, and responsibilities to find a role that fits your leadership experience and career goals. Review each listing for compensation details, qualifications, and the scope of its customer portfolio.

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$110K - $145K *

Lead the charge in strategic communications, managing client relationships and executing impactful campaigns for purpose-driven organizations. Drive policy proposals and oversee a talented team to inf...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $145K *

Lead strategic communications initiatives for purpose-driven clients, managing relationships and executing impactful campaigns. Drive policy proposals and content development while overseeing a talent...

Washington, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$144K - $200K *

Lead the charge in developing a high-performing sales team focused on mid-sized public safety agencies. Drive recruitment, coaching, and team success while leveraging AI tools to enhance sales strateg...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$220K - $350K *

Join a team that's redefining enterprise sales in the Defense sector. Drive complex, high-value opportunities while shaping strategies and solutions that protect national defense information. Your exp...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$220K - $350K *

Accelerate growth as a strategic seller in the Defense sector, driving complex sales cycles and building relationships across multiple stakeholders. Shape the future of Secureframe's Defense business...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$88K - $105K *

Drive strategic client relationships by delivering exceptional solutions and identifying growth opportunities. Collaborate with Account Managers to enhance client satisfaction and agency success throu...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$150K - $180K *

Manage and grow strategic customer relationships globally, driving profitable growth and positioning as a trusted partner. Lead account strategies, engage C-suite leaders, and coordinate cross-functio...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$150K - $180K *

Lead the charge in cultivating strategic relationships with Platinum and Gold customers, driving profitable growth and positioning the organization as a trusted partner. Execute comprehensive account...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$110K - $130K *

Transform partner relationships into measurable success by managing a strategic portfolio of technology and advisory partners. Collaborate across teams to drive growth, co-sell, and enhance operationa...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $118K *

Engage in driving revenue growth by expanding strategic partnerships and acquiring new enterprise clients. Merge expansion selling with net-new enterprise acquisition to establish a repeatable sales m...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$144K - $200K *

Lead a dynamic team to drive sales in the public safety sector, focusing on recruitment, coaching, and performance management. Collaborate across functions to enhance team effectiveness and achieve re...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$180K - $260K *

Lead the development of a scalable Enterprise sales strategy, exceeding revenue targets while engaging with industry leaders. Drive the transition from traditional to advanced tech, showcasing innovat...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

Partner with us to drive revenue growth and strategic account management across a diverse portfolio. You'll own the full sales cycle, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and build lasting relatio...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$140K - $154K *

Engage with small to medium enterprises, driving IoT solutions through strategic sales. Own the full sales cycle from prospecting to close, nurturing relationships and building trust to deliver impact...

CanadaRemote

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$290K - $350K *

Pioneer sales innovation by targeting major enterprises for GRC solutions. You’ll drive revenue growth through cold prospecting, strategic planning, and customer engagement, making a significant impac...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

Champion growth by owning the sales process from prospecting to close, collaborating with teams to drive solutions for mid-market and small enterprise clients while ensuring high forecasting accuracy...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$222K - $278K *

Drive impactful change by consolidating technologies and digitizing workflows for enterprise customers, while fostering executive relationships and managing complex sales processes that promote safety...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$119K - $160K *

Lead the charge in crafting impactful PR campaigns for food and beverage brands. Drive client strategy, manage high-profile relationships, and inspire teams to deliver creative storytelling that reson...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$115K - $135K *

Champion a dynamic healthcare communications team, managing client relationships and driving strategic initiatives to enhance corporate reputation and value. Collaborate with senior leaders to deliver...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$95K - $125K *

Advance integrated communications strategies that drive earned media impact. Collaborate with clients and teams to deliver high-quality campaigns, leveraging media insights and cultural trends to enha...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$110K - $130K *

Drive strategic growth in the Roof and Exterior Measurement suite, engaging with insurance carriers. Identify and close complex sales opportunities while nurturing existing relationships to achieve an...

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$160K - $200K *

Lead the charge in optimizing top-of-funnel marketing operations, driving measurable pipeline growth through strategic planning, data governance, and team leadership. Collaborate with cross-functional...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join us to leverage your expertise in enterprise solutions, driving growth through strategic partnerships. You'll engage with high-level executives, delivering tailored voice, data, cloud, and video s...

Reposted yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Unlock your potential by driving enterprise growth through strategic partnerships. Utilize your technical selling expertise to deliver tailored solutions, cultivate relationships, and achieve sales go...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$69K - $136K *

Unlock your potential by driving growth for enterprise clients through tailored solutions. Build lasting partnerships, achieve sales quotas, and navigate high-level relationships to deliver exceptiona...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Director of Strategic Accounts do?question toggle

    A Director of Strategic Accounts sets strategies for important customers, develops executive relationships, identifies account growth opportunities, and coordinates teams to deliver on client needs. The role may also include leading account staff, managing forecasts, and negotiating contracts.

  • What qualifications are common for Director, Strategic Accounts jobs?question toggle

    Employers commonly seek substantial experience managing or growing complex customer accounts, strong communication and negotiation abilities, and a record of working with senior stakeholders. Leadership experience and industry-specific knowledge may also be required.

  • How much do Director, Strategic Accounts jobs pay?question toggle

    Compensation varies by employer, industry, location, and experience. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more; review individual listings for salary ranges and compensation details.

  • What is the difference between strategic account management and sales?question toggle

    Strategic account management typically focuses on the long-term growth and retention of high-value customers, while sales can include finding and closing new business. Director-level roles may involve both, depending on the organization.

  • Where can I find Director, Strategic Accounts jobs?question toggle

    You can explore vetted Director, Strategic Accounts opportunities on Ladders, including professional roles paying $100,000 or more. Use listing details to compare industries, locations, responsibilities, and compensation.