Account Executive - UK & Nordics

Emplifi; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private Health Insurance and Pension

Flexible working environment

Unlimited Paid Time Off

Sick Days & Community Service Days

Job summary

Emplifi seeks an Account Executive to drive new business, nurture client relationships, and grow revenue across designated territories. You will collaborate with sales and customer teams to maximize opportunities and deliver personalized CX solutions.

Ideal candidates bring 5+ years in digital marketing sales, strong CRM skills, and an AI-first mindset to streamline workflows and achieve targets. Flexible, hybrid London-based role with a global client base.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Communications, or related field preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of sales experience, preferably in the digital marketing industry.
• Proven track record of meeting and exceeding sales quotas.

Responsibilities

• Prospect and identify new business opportunities within designated territory or named accounts.
• Develop and maintain a robust pipeline of potential clients through networking, research, and referrals.
• Present Emplifi digital marketing solutions to potential clients and demonstrate value.
• Foster and grow relationships with existing clients with the Solution Consultant and Customer Success Manager.
• Develop and execute a comprehensive sales strategy and track progress in CRM.

Skills

Sales experience

Digital marketing knowledge

AI mindset

CRM proficiency

Negotiation

Presentation skills

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business/Marketing/Communications

Tools

Salesforce

HubSpot

Job description

Emplifi is the only Autonomous CX platform unifying social marketing, commerce, and customer care for more than 20,000 brands worldwide. Powered by Fuel AI, built on more than 5T of data, and recognized as a leader by leading industry analysts, Emplifi helps enterprise teams orchestrate connected customer journeys and deliver personalized experiences at scale, turning every customer touchpoint into a competitive advantage.

About the Sales Team

Emplifi’s sales team is spread around the globe and helps businesses to scale their digital CX innovations and operations internationally while supporting clients of all sizes. Brand relationships are key to our business but we also work with hundreds of agency and media partners. Our aim is always the same - empower marketers to achieve more, no matter where they are or what industry they’re in.

As part of an international team, you will have the opportunity to work with colleagues from Sydney all the way to Sao Paulo, from New York to Singapore and be part of an ever-growing family. You will be supported in your career by a team of professionals dedicated to your development, so that you can grow as a professional and a social media expert advisor.

About the Role

The Account Executive (“AE”) is a pivotal role within Emplifi’s social sales team. This individual carries an individual quota target and is responsible for driving new business, nurturing existing client relationships, and exploring opportunities for cross-selling and upselling. The Account Executive will have a specific focus on either a geographically-based territory or named account territory, ensuring consistent growth and maximization of revenue.

What You'll Do Here

New Business Development:

• Prospect and identify new business opportunities within the designated territory or named accounts
• Develop and maintain a robust pipeline of potential clients through networking, research, and referrals
• Present our digital marketing solutions to potential clients, demonstrating how our services can help meet their business objectives

Account Management:

• Working closely with the Solution Consultant and the Customer Success Manager, the AE will foster and grow relationships with existing clients
• Understand clients' business goals, challenges, and needs to identify opportunities for additional products and services
• Regularly review client campaigns and provide insights, optimization suggestions, and reports

Cross-selling and Upselling:

• Recognize opportunities to offer additional or premium services to current clients
• Collaborate with the customer success organization and solution consultant to identify the next best solutions for existing clients

Sales Strategy:

• Develop and execute a comprehensive sales strategy for the assigned territory or named accounts
• Utilize CRM tools to track interactions, sales progress, and client information
• Provide regular feedback to the marketing and product teams about market trends, competition, and customer feedback to inform our offerings and strategies
• Work closely with internal teams such as marketing, product, and customer support to ensure client expectations are met and exceeded
• Attend regular sales meetings to update the team on achievements and challenges and to collaborate on strategies and tactics

Lead Development

• Working with the Business Development team
• Identify, research, and engage potential leads through various channels including social media, industry events, and outbound strategies
• Qualify leads by assessing their potential needs and fit for our digital marketing solutions
• Consistently manage and update the sales pipeline using CRM tools
• Forecast potential sales activities and revenue outcomes
• Evaluate and prioritize leads to ensure efficient time and resource allocation

What You'll Bring to Us

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Communications, or a related field strongly preferred
• Minimum of 5 years of sales experience, preferably in the digital marketing industry
• Proven track record of meeting and exceeding sales quotas
• Strong understanding of digital marketing services including e-commerce, social media, content marketing etc.
• An AI-first mindset, with the ability to continuously leverage AI tools to simplify processes, streamline workflows, boost efficiency, and drive measurable business impact
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Proficiency in using CRM tools like Salesforce or HubSpot
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Strong negotiation and presentation skills

What We Offer

• International and fast-paced environment
• Chance to work with the world’s biggest brands at the CX tech leader
• Agile and open-minded culture, with high levels of trust and flexibility
• Opportunity for professional growth and development
• Possibility to learn new and cutting-edge technologies in an environment that encourages new ideas
• AI-first workplace with access to leading AI tools (ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini, and more), empowering you to work smarter, innovate faster, and build AI skills for the future
• Flexible working environment
• Unlimited Paid Time Off
• Sick Days & Community Service Days
• Meetups & conferences
• Benefits package including Private Health Insurance and Pension
• Enhanced family/parental leave
• Modern office in the heart of Central London
• There’s more as well! Speak with us to find out all the details!

At Emplifi, we are committed to creating a workplace where everyone is valued, respected, and empowered to bring their whole selves to work. We welcome applications from individuals of all ages, races, religions, genders, sexual orientations, gender identities, and LGBTQ+ communities.

Emplifi offers a safe, inclusive, and supportive environment where every employee has the opportunity to thrive and is encouraged to be who they are.

We welcome and encourage applicants with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request at any stage of the recruitment process.