Account Executive, Public Sector

TransUnion; Canada; Remote; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Accommodation for applicants with disabilities

Remote work flexibility

Job summary

A leading information solutions provider in Canada is seeking an experienced Account Executive for the Public Sector. This remote role requires managing relationships with public sector clients, leading account planning, and ensuring effective communication of solutions. The ideal candidate will have a degree, bilingual proficiency, and 3–5 years of relevant experience. Competitive compensation and opportunities for growth are offered.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience with government agencies or public sector.
• Experience in consultative sales or account management.
• Ability to communicate complex solutions tailored to public sector needs.

Responsibilities

• Manage relationships with assigned public sector clients.
• Lead strategic account planning with clients.
• Coordinate internal resources for client‑facing reviews.

Skills

Bilingual proficiency (EN/FR)

Project management skills

Relationship management

Strong collaboration skills

Knowledge of government processes

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business, public administration, or a related field

Job description

Account Executive, Public Sector – TransUnion

TransUnion's Job Applicant Privacy Notice

At TransUnion, we are dedicated to finding ways information can be used to help people make better and smarter decisions. As a trusted provider of global information solutions, our mission is to help people around the world access the opportunities that lead to a higher quality of life, by helping organizations optimize their risk‑based decisions and enabling consumers to understand and manage their personal information. Because when people have access to more complete and multidimensional information, they can make more informed decisions and achieve great things. Every day TransUnion offers our employees the tools and resources they need to find ways information can be used in diverse ways. Whether it is helping businesses better manage risk, providing better insights so a consumer can qualify for his first mortgage, or working with law enforcement to make neighborhoods safer, we are improving the quality of life for individuals, families, communities and local economies around the world.

What You'll Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in business, public administration, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• Bilingual proficiency (EN/FR), preferred.
• Minimum of 3–5 years of experience working with government agencies, municipalities, or non‑profit organizations, or years of experience in consultative sales or account management, preferably within the public sector or technology solutions.
• Strong project management skills and exceptional organizational ability.
• Ability to communicate complex solutions and insights tailored to public sector needs, including compliance, citizen engagement, and operational efficiency.
• Proven track record of building trust and managing relationships with senior leaders and decision‑makers in government or public agencies.
• Strong collaboration skills to navigate a matrixed organization and align internal resources to deliver value for public clients.
• Knowledge of government processes, procurement cycles, and regulatory frameworks.
• High level of confidence and a positive, “can‑do” attitude.

Impact You'll Make

• Manage relationships with assigned public sector clients, identifying key stakeholders and decision‑makers.
• Lead strategic account planning to understand client priorities and align solutions to their objectives.
• Coordinate internal resources for client‑facing reviews and ensure effective communication of progress and outcomes.
• Collaborate with internal teams to introduce innovative products and services that address public sector challenges.
• Facilitate RFP responses and contract renewals, ensuring compliance with procurement requirements.
• Resolve client issues promptly, document root causes, and implement measures to prevent recurrence.
• Partner with implementation teams to ensure successful delivery of solutions and measurable outcomes for clients.

This is a remote position which may require occasional in‑person attendance at work‑related events at the discretion of management.

Accommodation is available, including for applicants with disabilities, in accordance with applicable laws.

TransUnion's Internal Job Title: AE II, Account Dev - Direct Sales