Account Executive I

Cision


Job Location:

Montreal - Canada

Monthly Salary: $ 60000 - 100000
Posted on: 7 days ago
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

At Cision we believe in empowering every individual to make an impact. Here your voice is heard your ideas are valued and your unique perspective fuels our collective success. As part of our global team youll thrive in an environment that champions curiosity collaboration and innovation all while making meaningful contributions to the brands we accelerate.
Join us in shaping the future of communication and building authentic connections that matter. Whether youre solving complex problems or driving bold innovations your growth is our success and together well create the conversations of tomorrow.
Empower your impact at Cision. Be seen be understood be you.

This role is responsible for owning net-new customer acquisition within Commercial segments by converting qualified prospects into first-time customers. This role creates new annual recurring revenue (ARR) through disciplined pipeline generation structured discovery and execution of defined sales plays in transactional to mid-market complexity environments.

What Youll Do

  • Own and deliver net-new ARR quota within assigned Commercial segment.
  • Generate and maintain sufficient qualified pipeline to achieve consistent new-logo revenue targets.
  • Execute defined prospecting discovery value articulation negotiation and close processes.
  • Apply structured sales methodologies aligned to established go-to-market standards.
  • Manage shorter sales cycles with moderate stakeholder complexity.
  • Maintain accurate forecasting and disciplined CRM documentation.
  • Partner with SDRs Solution Consultants and Marketing to progress opportunities efficiently.
  • Transition closed accounts to post-sale teams upon contract execution.
  • Perform other duties and responsibilities as required to support business needs.

What Youll Bring

Extensive knowledge and application of principles theories and concepts. Complete knowledge of all job functions and the broad industry best practices techniques and standards.

Develops solutions to complex problems where analysis of situations and/or data requires in-depth evaluation of variables. Determine the best approach to achieve results and provide suggestions to improve policies and procedures.

Work is performed independently and requires the exercise of judgment and discretion. Exercises considerable latitude in determining objectives and approaches to assignments. Work may be reviewed at a high level.

May represent the organization as primary contact on assignments and/or projects. Interacts with senior professionals and management and frequently coordinates work between departments or organizations.

Actions may impact on the organization. Failure to accomplish work will result in the inability to reach crucial organizational goals. Erroneous decisions may have a prolonged effect resulting in the expenditure of substantial resources.

What Youll Offer

  • English French Writing Speaking
  • Typical experience: 5 years in related role or experience.
  • Actual experience may vary depending on role complexity geography and internal development opportunities or a comparable mix of training education and experience.
  • Experience in B2B sales with quota responsibility.
  • Demonstrated ability to close new-logo business.
  • Strong communication and discovery skills.
  • Proficiency with CRM systems and sales tools.

Preferred Qualifications

Education: University degree preferred.

Experience selling into Commercial or mid-market accounts.

Familiarity with structured qualification methodologies.

Experience in subscription-based or recurring revenue environments.

Working Conditions & Physical Demands

This position requires the ability to remain in a stationary position for extended periods and involves frequent use of a computer and other standard office equipment. It also requires effective communication in person and through digital channels occasional movement within the workspace and handling of light materials (typically under 10 pounds). Specific vision abilities include close vision and the ability to adjust focus. It may be performed in an office remote or hybrid work environment depending on business needs and applicable work arrangements. Standard working hours apply though flexibility may be required to accommodate deadlines or collaboration across time zones. Travel may be required depending on business needs. Reasonable accommodation(s) may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Cision is the global leader in consumer and media intelligence engagement and communication solutions. We equip PR and corporate communications marketing and social media professionals with the tools they need to excel in todays data driven world. Our deep expertise exclusive data partnerships and award-winning products includingCisionOneBrandwatch andPR Newswire enable over 75000 companies and organizations including 84% of the Fortune 500 to see and be seen understand and be understood by the audiences that matter most to them.
Cision is committed to fostering an inclusive environment where all employees can be their authentic selves and perform at their best. We believe diversity equity and inclusion is vital to driving our culture sparking innovation and achieving long-term success. Cision is proud to have joined more than 600 companies in signing theCEO Action for Diversity & Inclusion pledgeand named a Top Diversity Employer for 2021 .
Cision is proud to be an equal opportunity employer seeking to create a welcoming and diverse environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex gender identity or expression sexual orientation national origin genetics disability age veteran status or other protected statuses.
Cision is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified keeping with our commitment Cision will take the steps to assure that people with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. Accordingly if reasonable accommodation is required to fully participate in the job application or interview process to perform the essential functions of the position and/or to receive all other benefits and privileges of employment please contact
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The OTE range for this role is CAD $60000- $100000 and will vary based on a wide range of factors including location experience qualifications and team.


Required Experience:

IC

At Cision we believe in empowering every individual to make an impact. Here your voice is heard your ideas are valued and your unique perspective fuels our collective success. As part of our global team youll thrive in an environment that champions curiosity collaboration and innovation all while ma...

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