Client Lead Resources - Microsoft Business Group at Accenture

TN United Kingdom; Manchester; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Client Account Lead to drive Microsoft-based digital transformation in collaboration with Accenture. In this strategic role, you will leverage your expertise in enterprise technology sales to build strong relationships and lead complex sales opportunities. This position offers a unique opportunity to work at the intersection of technology and consulting, ensuring clients realize significant business value from Microsoft solutions. With a focus on collaboration and growth, you will play a pivotal role in shaping client strategies and driving successful outcomes in a supportive and innovative environment.

Benefits

80 hours of training per year

Access to global technical resources

Dedicated career advisor

Engaged and helpful coworkers

Qualifications

• Proven success in enterprise technology sales focusing on Microsoft solutions.
• Experience in deal structuring, contract negotiation, and pricing strategies.

Responsibilities

• Lead the sale of large and complex opportunities in the Microsoft ecosystem.
• Engage C-level stakeholders to shape digital transformation strategies.

Skills

Enterprise technology sales

Microsoft solutions (Cloud, Data & AI)

Collaboration across teams

Deal structuring and negotiation

C-suite engagement

Sales pipeline management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business or related field

Relevant sales certifications

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Client Lead Resources - Microsoft Business Group at Accenture, Manchester

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Client:

Avanade

Location:

Manchester, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Posted:

02.05.2025

Expiry Date:

16.06.2025

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Job Description:

Avanade is a company that helps businesses transform with the power of Microsoft technology. Whether enhancing customer experiences, optimizing operations, or improving security, Avanade delivers innovative solutions in close collaboration with Accenture. In this role, you will be part of the Accenture Microsoft Business Group working closely with Accenture Client Leadership to identify and drive Microsoft-based digital transformation opportunities within their client accounts. Your focus will be on originating and leading Accenture’s sales efforts around the Microsoft ecosystem and growing within these established client relationships.

In support of our continued growth, we are looking for an Avanade Client Account Lead to capitalize on our capabilities. Our goal is to originate and grow our core business by driving a collaborative growth strategy and supporting Accenture’s sales and revenue targets. As Avanade Client Account Lead, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring these objectives are met.

This role has an industry focus within Resources, including sectors such as energy, utilities, oil, and gas.

If you are seeking a strategic and collaborative role in technology sales, this position offers an exciting opportunity. You will help clients realize business value from the Microsoft platform while working alongside Accenture, leveraging their client relationships to drive technical thought leadership. You will also position cloud modernization, security, AI-driven solutions, and large-scale transformation projects within Accenture’s accounts, ensuring clients benefit from seamless Microsoft technology adoption.

Together, we do what matters.

• Experience working in partner-driven sales models, ideally with Accenture or similar strategic alliances.
• Proven success in enterprise technology sales focusing on Microsoft solutions (Cloud, Data & AI, Modern Workplace, Biz Apps).
• Strong ability to collaborate across multiple teams and stakeholders in a structured sales environment.
• Familiarity with the sector the role focuses on, with the ability to engage at the C-suite level.
• Ability to align Microsoft technology solutions to business transformation needs within Accenture’s consulting framework.
• Expertise in deal structuring, contract negotiation, pricing strategies, and performance-based contracting.
• Proven track record in large-scale enterprise sales, managing complex multi-million-dollar deals.

You thrive in a collaborative, indirect sales environment. You understand the power of partnerships and excel at building strong relationships with Accenture stakeholders and clients alike. You are strategic, detail-oriented, and capable of navigating complex sales cycles while ensuring alignment between Avanade, Accenture, and the client. Your ability to position Microsoft technologies as key enablers of business transformation makes you a valuable asset in this role.

This is an opportunity to make an impact at the intersection of technology, consulting, and strategic partnerships. If you are motivated to drive results in an indirect sales model, we’d love to hear from you.

You will collaborate with Accenture’s account teams to drive Microsoft-focused solutions, ensuring alignment with client strategies and successful execution with an industry focus. Your role involves growing pipeline and sales by supporting, managing, or leading the origination and/or closing of sales opportunities in a specific area or across a range of offerings. You will develop your sales skills and grow into more complex sales roles, laterally, upward, or within your current role. This role will be responsible for leading client partnerships and the successful delivery of services and customer satisfaction.

• Build and execute strategic account plans in partnership with Accenture to drive Microsoft-focused growth.
• Lead the sale of large and complex opportunities.
• Act as a trusted advisor, engaging C-level stakeholders to shape and drive digital transformation strategies.
• Support Accenture’s sales efforts by providing expertise in Microsoft cloud, security, and AI solutions.
• Identify and drive cross-sell and upsell opportunities within the client base.
• Ensure deal compliance, contract negotiation, and financial performance alignment.
• Advocate for emerging Microsoft technologies and thought leadership within Accenture-led client engagements.
• Drive delivery excellence and client satisfaction by coordinating across Avanade and Accenture teams.

Some of the best things about working at Avanade include:

• Opportunity to work for Microsoft’s Global Alliance Partner of the Year, with exceptional development and training (minimum 80 hours per year for training and paid certifications).
• Real-time access to technical and skilled resources globally.
• Dedicated career advisor to encourage your growth.
• Engaged and helpful coworkers genuinely interested in you.

Find out more about some of our benefits: Employee Benefits at Avanade | Avanade