Senior Sales Account Manager

WP Engine; Greater London; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading web technology company in Greater London is seeking an experienced Account Manager to enhance client relationships and drive revenue growth. In this role, you will engage with marketing and IT professionals, develop strategies to increase business, and support clients with proposals and training sessions. The ideal candidate has over 4 years of closing experience and a proven track record in account management. A competitive benefits package including stock options and health benefits is offered.

Benefits

Company Stock Options

Health Benefits

Pension Scheme

Life Insurance

Generous Vacation Time

One-time Home Office Stipend

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years of closing experience with a successful track record.
• Ability to articulate a compelling vision that resonates with customers.
• Deep understanding of business practices and industry trends.

Responsibilities

• Maintain strong relationships with client portfolio.
• Develop growth strategies to increase book of business.
• Support clients with proposals and training sessions.

Skills

Business Development

Customer Service

Revenue Growth

Account Management

CRM

Sales Goals

Tools

CRM

PowerPoint

Job description

Overview

We engage the most inspired minds to do their best work wherever they work best—powering the freedom to create worldwide. WP Engine empowers companies and agencies of all sizes to build, manage, and optimize their WordPress websites and applications with confidence. Serving 1.5 million customers across 150 countries, the global technology company provides premium enterprise-grade solutions, tools, and services including specialized platforms for WordPress, industry-tailored eCommerce, and agency solution suites, and developer-centric tools like Local and Advanced Custom Fields. WP Engine’s innovative technology and industry-leading expertise are why 8% of the web visits on a WP Engine-powered site occur daily. Learn more at .

What is Cool About This Job

As an Account Manager you work with a variety of different companies in helping them achieve their online strategy. You will uncover opportunities for growth in existing accounts by understanding and anticipating client needs. You will achieve your revenue quota each month through detailed territory management and high levels of client engagement. You’ll connect with Director and VP-level marketing and IT professionals to demonstrate how our unique solution can achieve their business goals.

A core pillar of WP Engine’s strategy is to be the WordPress partner of choice for web technologies leaders and agencies of all sizes. We do this by building positive digital experiences for our clients, delivering on our promise to help them win online.

The Day to Day

• Maintain strong relationships with your client portfolio including regular account reviews to ensure they are deriving maximum value.
• Develop growth strategies to increase your book of business in line with the EMEA financial plan.
• Think of ways to retain and grow your clients’ business long after they’re signed up.
• Build, maintain, and close pipeline to consistently exceed quota.
• Support clients with proposals, RFIs/RFPs, and training sessions.
• Work closely with the solution engineering team to ensure the best technical fit for the client’s needs.
• Be responsible for your business and forecasting accurately through effective use of tools.
• Coordinate with our EMEA leadership team to win business.
• Follow WP Engine’s consultative sales process (Sandler sales methodology).
• Regularly provide timely and accurate deal updates to management and executives.

Your Expertise and Passion :

• Ability to generate, qualify, and execute on opportunities in order to exceed revenue targets.
• Minimum 4 years of closing experience with a successful track record of meeting or exceeding assigned individual quota.
• Ability to articulate a compelling vision that resonates with the customer and demonstrates value.
• Through a consultative sales approach you will uncover customer needs and match appropriate solutions.
• Build long-lasting relationships based upon trust with multiple customer executives and position WP Engine as a strategic partner.
• Possess a deep understanding of business practices, industry trends, and competitors.
• To be successful in this role you will be self-motivated and thrive working in a dynamic environment.
• Demonstrate passion and energy with both customers and colleagues.
• Effectively build and articulate return on investment in the negotiation process to bring the utmost value to both the customer.

The Perks and Benefits

• Company Stock Options (Every employee is an owner in the company)
• Health Benefits (100% Paid Employee Medical, Dental, and Vision)
• Pension Scheme with a match
• Life Insurance and Income Protection (100% Paid)
• Supplemental Maternity & Paternity Pay and Caregivers Leave
• Employee Assistance Program
• Generous Vacation Time
• One-time 390 Home Office Stipend
• Monthly wellness allowance via ThrivePass
• Company Wellness Days

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At WP Engine we strive to have the broadest possible view of diversity—going beyond visible differences to include background experiences, skills, and perspectives that make each person unique. WP Engine is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, Veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law.

Required Experience

Manager

Key Skills

Business Development, Customer Service, Revenue Growth, Product Knowledge, Account Management, CRM, Customer Base, New Customers, Territory, Business Relationships, Sales Goals, Sales Process, PowerPoint, New Clients, Technical Support

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : Mon 1