Microsoft Technology Account Lead - Financial Services

1026 Avanade Inc. Company; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 165,000 - 185,000; Full time

Job summary

Avanade is seeking a Microsoft Technology Account Lead to build trusted client relationships with Accenture and Microsoft stakeholders, while leading sales, delivery, and client satisfaction for Microsoft-focused work. You will collaborate with Accenture Account Leadership to create and execute growth plans across multiple accounts in one or more industry sectors.

The role combines strategic leadership with hands-on execution, delivering measurable business benefits and leading a

Qualifications

• 7+ years of customer management and/or enterprise sales experience in Financial Services or related industries.
• Proven ability to lead multidisciplinary teams in delivering complex Microsoft solutions.
• Familiarity with Microsoft technology stack and relevant certifications preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage Microsoft relationships with client executives and Accenture leadership.
• Lead development and execution of Microsoft strategy across accounts.
• Oversee pricing, contract terms, and bid responses to secure opportunities.
• Drive growth by expanding Microsoft offerings and ensuring renewal strategies.
• Champion thought leadership and align resources to deliver value.

Skills

Customer management

Enterprise sales

Microsoft technology stack knowledge

Leadership of cross-functional teams

Industry vertical experience

Job description

Summary

The Microsoft Technology Account Lead (MTAL) is responsible for building trusted client account relationships with Accenture and Microsoft stakeholders as well as clients themselves, whilst leading sales, revenue, delivery, and client satisfaction for Microsoft focused deliverables. As the Microsoft lead, the MTAL will work closely with Accenture Account Leadership to create, own, execute and maintain the plan for strategic business growth on the Microsoft platform across one or more accounts within a client industry sector.

Account Management

• Work as a key Microsoft advisor and go-to-contact for clients and Accenture Account Leadership. Builds and manages Microsoft relationships with client C-suite at one or more priority accounts.
• Manage key, strategic client relationships either personally or through a medium to large account team.
• Develop and implement a relationship management plan for strategic, complex existing accounts to build key relationships at decision making levels.
• Consult with a range of customer representatives at different levels to identify the outcomes they require, introducing relevant internal specialists and utilizing their expertise to gather and analyze complex customer data, clarify mid- to long-term customer needs, and develop and agree to a specification of customer requirements.
• Develop prescribed solutions and generate new opportunities by maintaining relationships with partner organizations to ensure smooth integration or a successful alliance execution.

Account Leadership

• Lead the development and implementation of a Microsoft strategy to ensure that intended business benefits are realized and tracked within and across client account(s).
• Champion a Microsoft AI and innovation stream within the overall Accenture account plan, ensuring the right resources are in place to execute the strategy.

Selling

• Act as a Trusted Advisor: Build credibility through deep Microsoft product knowledge and consulting expertise to originate and expand a portfolio of Microsoft work.
• Lead Solution Configuration: Direct cross-functional teams to design complex, tailored Microsoft solutions—including products, services, and contractual terms—that align with the customer’s mid- to long-term strategic needs.
• Manage Bid Responses: Oversee the development of pricing strategies, contract terms, and risk controls in response to RFPs, tenders, and bid solicitations.
• Drive Account Growth: Proactively identify opportunities to expand the customer’s Microsoft footprint by introducing additional products and services that enhance business value.
• Develop and Execute Renewal Strategy:Craft and implement renewal strategies tailored to customer type, focusing on key service elements to ensure retention and long-term engagement.

Client Experience

• Overall & thought leadership / inspiration

Account Growth

• Account Sales & Revenue Growth - both AMBG and Avanade
• Account level CCI (Sold & Delivered)
• Personal Chargeability (30%)

Knowledge

• Supports efforts to build customer satisfaction, loyalty, and commitment, and secures organizational resources to do so.
• Is a strong big-picture thinker; makes frequent, clear references to the organization’s vision and strategy and the efforts required to drive them forward.
• Shows a strong commitment to identifying all relevant issues and making decisions that maximize outcomes for all key stakeholders.

Experience

Education and/or experience in the relevant field/business 7+ years of customer management and/or enterprise sales experience within the Financial Services consulting industry; Demonstrated success in managing strategic client relationships and driving growth in a service-based sales environment. 7+ years of validated ability to lead a multidisciplinary team in configuring and delivering complex Microsoft solutions aligned to client strategy. Familiarity with Microsoft technology stack; foundational or higher-level Microsoft certifications strongly preferred. 5+ years of experience working with the required Industry verticals and an ability to articulate Microsoft’s specific differentiation story within those industries in relation to at least one of the other major cloud providers.

Compensation

Compensation at Avanade varies depending on a wide array of factors, which may include but are not limited to the specific office location, role, skill set, and level of experience. As required by local law, Avanade provides a reasonable range of compensation for roles that may be hired as set forth below. We anticipate this job posting will be posted on 2/4/2026 and open for at least 30 days.

Avanade offers a market competitive suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, and long-term disability coverage, a 401(k) plan, bonus opportunities, paid holidays, and paid time off.

See more information on our benefits here: U.S. Employee Benefits | Avanade U.S. Employee Benefits | Avanade

• California - $175,000 - 200,000
• Cleveland - $150,000 - 170,000
• Colorado - $150,000 - 170,000
• District of Columbia - $170,000 - 190,000
• Illinois - $165,000 - 185,000
• Maryland - $170,000 - 190,000
• Massachusetts - $170,000 - 190,000
• Minnesota - $165,000 - 185,000
• New York / New Jersey - $175,000 - 200,000
• Washington - $170,000 - 190,000

Corporate Mission

At Avanade, we advance the world through the power of people and Microsoft. Join us to shape your skills and the future with bold ideas and innovative solutions. Our partnership with Microsoft and Accenture empowers you to unlock your full potential. Working at Avanade offers the chance to build a career path that suits your skills and interests and the freedom to be your authentic self. We are committed to your growth, well-being, and success. This is where passion meets opportunity, technology meets humanity, and every challenge is a chance to make a genuine impact on colleagues, clients, and communities. Together, we do what matters.