Account Executive - German speaking

Cross Border Talents; Madrid; On-site; EUR 30,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site training Madrid

Hybrid after ramp-up

Uncapped commissions

Discretionary days

Job summary

Cross Border Talents in Madrid is seeking an Account Executive to lead the full sales cycle for the German market. This hybrid role combines on-site training in Madrid with remote collaboration after ramp-up, targeting subscriptions for a leading e-commerce tech company.

Requirements include native German and bilingual English, 1–6 years in BDR/SDR or outbound roles, and residency in Spain. Expect 9:00–18:00 workdays with flexible onboarding aligned to US time zones.

Qualifications

• German proficiency at native level is required.
• English proficiency at bilingual level is required.
• Experience with outbound prospecting or BDR/SDR roles is preferred.
• Comfortable with KPI/metrics and high call volumes.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full sales cycle from initial contact to subscription close.
• Conduct client meetings and manage free trials.
• Handle handover to Customer Experience after subscription.
• Manage 80–100 calls per day with leads auto-assigned by the system.
• Achieve KPIs including calls, demos, trial-to-paid conversions and MRR.

Skills

German (native)

English (bilingual)

Cold-calling

KPI orientation

US time zone availability

Job description

About the Location

Madrid, the vibrant capital of Spain, is a major European hub known for its rich culture, history, and dynamic business environment.

About the Position

Join our client in Spain as an Account Executive, focusing on the German market. This hybrid role in Madrid involves managing the full sales cycle, from initial contact to closing subscriptions, for a leading e-commerce search technology company. You will be instrumental in driving growth and achieving key performance indicators.

Additional Information

• Comprehensive training provided for approximately 4 weeks during the first month, fully on-site in Madrid.


• This is a permanent contract position.


• Enjoy 22 days of annual leave plus 24-31 December discretionary days, and Friday afternoons off.


• The compensation package includes flexible benefits, a referral bonus, and office perks such as fruit, snacks, monthly lunches, sports, and community activities.


• The hybrid work model (50%) is available after reaching at least 70% of target. After the initial 4-week on-site training, on-site presence is required approximately once a month, with travel and associated expenses covered by client.


• Monthly commission target: 600 EUR. Monthly performance multiplier: <80% of target = x1; 80% = x1.3; 100% = x2; 150% = x3.


• Quarterly (31 Mar / 30 Jun / 30 Sep / 31 Dec): if the quarter average achievement exceeds 150%, the whole quarter commissions are adjusted with a 3x multiplier.


• During Ramp-Up, the multiplier is x1 until 100% of target is reached. Ramp-Up targets: M0 0%, M1 0%, M2 30%, M3 60%, M4 100%.


• Internal growth opportunities are available to AE2 (35,000 EUR base) and AE3 (40,000 EUR base).

Requirements

• Native-level or bilingual proficiency in German.


• Native or bilingual proficiency in English.


• 1-6 years of solid commercial experience (BDR / SDR / call center / outbound prospecting).


• Must already reside in Spain.


• Comfortable with cold-calling and KPI/metrics orientation.


• Availability aligned with US time zone.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full sales cycle from initial contact to subscription close.


• Conduct client meetings and manage free trials.


• Handle account handover to Customer Experience post-subscription.


• Manage a high volume of calls, approximately 80-100 per day, with leads auto-assigned


• by the system.


• Achieve KPIs including calls, demos, trial-to-paid conversions, and MRR generated.

Key Information

• Work Model: Hybrid


• Schedule: Monday to Thursday from 9:00 to 18:00, and Friday from 9:00 to 15:00. Flexibility and availability aligned with the US time zone are valued, especially during onboarding.


• Working Hours: 9:00 to 18:00


• Gross Salary: 30,000 EUR gross per year base, plus uncapped variable commissions.


• Relocation: No relocation support provided; candidates must already reside in Spain.