Channel Account Manager III

Avaya; London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company seeks a dynamic Channel Account Manager III to manage relationships with existing channel partners in the UKI region. Candidates should have a background in Telecommunications or IT, strong negotiation skills, and experience in building trusted business relationships. This role offers mentorship and the chance to shape partner strategies in a mature market.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as an Account Manager or Channel Account Manager is advantageous.
• Strong background in Telco, IT, or Customer/Unified Communications is preferred.
• Proven track record in managing channel partners and driving indirect sales growth.

Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of partner engagement for assigned existing partners.
• Drive the adoption of Avaya’s solutions through the partner ecosystem.
• Promote Avaya’s portfolio expansion to drive revenue growth.

Skills

Communication

Negotiation

Relationship Management

Job description

About Avaya

Avaya is an enterprise software leader that helps the world’s largest organizations and government agencies forge unbreakable connections.

The Avaya Infinity platform unifies fragmented customer experiences, connecting the channels, insights, technologies, and workflows that together create enduring customer and employee relationships.

We believe success is built through strong connections – with each other, with our work, and with our mission. At Avaya, you'll find a community that values your contributions and supports your growth every step of the way.

Learn more at https://www.avaya.com

Description

We are seeking a dynamic and results-driven Channel Account Manager III to manage and grow relationships with existing channel partners across the UKI region. This role is ideal for a mid-experience professional with a background in Telecommunications, IT, or Customer/Unified Communications, who is looking to expand their skill set by working with mature, established partner accounts and building C-level relationship expertise.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage all aspects of partner engagement for assigned existing partners within the UKI region.
• Drive the adoption of Avaya’s solutions through the partner ecosystem, creating demand via indirect sales channels.
• Advocate for and implement Avaya’s partner financial incentive programs.
• Tailor partner offerings based on market segmentation, partner viability, and business models.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders and partner teams to foster strong relationships, enhance demand, and increase certifications.
• Promote Avaya’s portfolio expansion and drive revenue growth through strategic partner enablement.
• Educate partners on available programs, offers, and tools to support business growth and incremental sales funnel development.
• Execute marketing and demand generation activities to boost partner margin growth.
• Ensure partners meet eligibility criteria, maintain certifications, and are competitively positioned in the market.
• Facilitate partner training and mentoring to encourage long-term success and alignment with Avaya strategies.

Ideal Candidate Profile:

• Previous experience as an Account Manager or Channel Account Manager is advantageous.
• Strong background in Telco, IT, or Customer/Unified Communications is preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to build and maintain trusted business relationships.
• Proven track record in managing channel partners and driving indirect sales growth.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills, with the ability to influence and engage at all organizational levels, including C-suite.
• Self-motivated, collaborative, and able to work independently while benefiting from a structured support and mentoring environment.

Why This Role?

This is an exciting opportunity for someone looking to:

• Take ownership of high-value, mature partner relationships.
• Develop executive-level stakeholder management skills.
• Be part of a supportive team environment with mentoring and career development opportunities.
• Play a key role in shaping partner strategies in a well-established market.

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