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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$147K - $220K *

Drive your career forward by leading enterprise sales in regulated industries. Own the full sales lifecycle, engage C-suite executives, and orchestrate complex deals to achieve ambitious revenue targe...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$147K - $220K *

Elevate your career by driving strategic sales initiatives in highly regulated industries. Own the full sales lifecycle, engage C-suite executives, and lead complex negotiations to achieve ambitious r...

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5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

Engage in strategic account development, nurturing enterprise relationships to drive growth across multiple business units and asset classes. Own client portfolios, win competitive bids, and expand pa...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$108K - $130K *

Transform your career by driving strategic growth initiatives and forging new physician partnerships. Lead business development efforts to enhance market share and revenue for Ambulatory Surgery Cente...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Champion new business by developing physician partnerships and ASC growth strategies, collaborating with key stakeholders to drive revenue and market share. Lead the sales process from prospecting thr...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$170K - $200K *

Lead media strategy and operational excellence, driving growth and innovation across client portfolios. Oversee multidisciplinary teams, foster client relationships, and champion data-driven decision...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Media

$201K - $236K *

Lead the charge in optimizing sales operations by driving strategy, forecasting, and process improvements. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance productivity and ensure the sales organiza...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $230K *

Optimize media strategies by leading a dynamic team, driving client success, and navigating complex marketplace dynamics. Leverage extensive media buying experience to enhance performance across diver...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$120K - $230K *

Transform the digital landscape by driving innovative media strategies that enhance performance and deliver measurable business outcomes across diverse channels. Collaborate with experts to shape the...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$80K - $95K *

Empower clients as a Senior Account Manager in Large Commercial Lines, overseeing complex accounts, executing renewals, and enhancing client relationships through expert support and strategic collabor...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$141K - $212K *

Drive growth by managing sales cycles for Ecommerce and DTC brands, leveraging premium video and CTV inventory. Build relationships, activate accounts, and translate market insights into strategies fo...

CanadaRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$106K - $196K *

Drive growth in the Ecommerce and DTC segments by managing sales cycles, building client relationships, and leveraging CTV insights to enhance performance for emerging brands in a dynamic media landsc...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$141K - $212K *

Unlock potential by driving growth in the Ecommerce and DTC segments, managing sales cycles, and building strong client relationships to enhance revenue through premium video and CTV advertising solut...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$145K - $155K *

Lead strategic account management for major clients, enhancing relationships and driving growth across multiple regions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless implementation and s...

Illinois, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$80K - $95K *

Join a dynamic team as a Senior Account Manager, overseeing large commercial accounts. Drive client satisfaction through expert service, strategic partnerships, and comprehensive renewal management wh...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$170K - $200K *

Drive strategic partnerships by managing relationships with key tech companies, leading complex deals, and collaborating across teams to enhance content distribution and achieve business objectives in...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$144K - $180K *

Transform public safety through strategic account leadership, driving sales for drone technology in major agencies. Own the full sales cycle, build deep relationships, and leverage AI tools to enhance...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$150K - $190K *

Lead engagement strategy development for HCPs and patients, driving insights and omnichannel ecosystem strategies. Collaborate with creative and technology teams to ensure alignment with client goals...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$150K - $180K *

Lead the Solutions Engineering function, driving technical excellence and customer engagement to design tailored data center solutions. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure seamless transitions fr...

Texas, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$119K - $140K *

Drive strategic outbound sales efforts to secure new enterprise accounts, leveraging your expertise in solution selling and relationship building with C-suite executives to expand market presence and...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$125K - $150K *

Engage with Sales and Account Management teams to enhance performance, optimize pipeline quality, and drive revenue growth through strategic insights and disciplined execution across various functions...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$101K - $140K *

Champion client growth by building relationships with C-Level executives, driving value delivery, and identifying upsell opportunities within a designated territory of large enterprise clients...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$140K *

Join a team that's shaping impactful digital strategies for advocacy campaigns. Lead and mentor a high-performing team while providing strategic counsel to clients and driving business growth through...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$175K - $210K *

Drive transformative enterprise sales in healthcare by building executive relationships, managing complex sales cycles, and closing multi-million dollar deals that redefine industry standards and impa...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$158K - $197K *

Elevate your career by leading strategic sourcing initiatives, enhancing vendor performance, and driving procurement excellence. Collaborate with diverse teams to implement sustainable practices and o...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

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.