Solution Sales Executive - Governance, Risk, and Compliance

Workiva Inc.; Iowa (LA); Hybrid; USD 143,000 - 230,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Comprehensive employee benefits package

Restricted Stock Units

Job summary

Workiva Inc. is looking for a Solution Sales Executive in Iowa to expand new business opportunities and customer growth in Governance, Risk, and Compliance solutions. The role involves working closely with Executive-level clients, optimizing internal resources, and navigating complex sales cycles.

A qualified candidate will have at least 4 years of relevant experience and a strong understanding of SaaS. Workiva offers competitive earnings, stock options, and a flexible working environment.

Qualifications

• 4 years of experience in consulting or selling to Executive-level buyers.
• Ability to identify and influence decision-makers in buying cycles.
• Understanding of the Software as a Service (SaaS) business model.

Responsibilities

• Actively seek new sales opportunities through collaboration.
• Present Workiva solutions to executive clients effectively.
• Forecast sales and update CRM tools regularly.

Skills

Executive presence

Strong business acumen

Complex sales cycle management

Negotiation skills

Education

Undergraduate degree or equivalent

Tools

Customer relationship management tools

Sales forecasting tools

Job description

This Solution Sales Executive is responsible for obtaining new business and customer expansion sales opportunities from Executive-level buyers and influencers. Solution sellers are focused on a specific portfolio of Workiva solutions and collaborate with other Workiva sales teams to deliver multi-solution sales. Successful candidates will build relationships and identify Workiva products and solutions that meet customer needs to drive customer acquisition within an assigned territory. Sales growth is attained through new customer subscriptions, professional services, delivery and training. This solution sales role will be focused on Workiva’s Governance, Risk, and Compliance suite of solutions (GRC) for the Corporate Commercial team.

What You’ll Do

• Actively seek sales opportunities in collaboration with Inside Sales, Solution Specialists, and Partnerships to generate qualified opportunities.
• Present to Customers: Utilize information gathered during the needs analysis phase to deliver a compelling demonstration of the Workiva platform, creating a customer belief in the necessity of Workiva solutions.
• Handle Objections: Skillfully address objections, removing obstacles to gain commitment and solving various client problems with the best possible solution.
• Close Sales: Guide the sales process to closure by demonstrating the value propositions of Workiva.
• Report Customer Contacts: Regularly update customer relationship management tools.
• Forecast Sales: Provide consistent and accurate forward‑looking information through pipeline assessment.
• Plan Sales Strategy: Strategically plan and execute sales strategy with purposeful action to complete the sale.
• Optimize Internal Resources: Gather internal support for pursuing an account.
• Prioritize selling activities and follow through in a timely fashion.
• Maintain a strong knowledge of Workiva solutions through ongoing training.

Minimum Qualifications

• 4 years of experience in a related role, selling to or consulting with Executive-level buyers around governance, risk, and compliance.
• Undergraduate degree or equivalent combination of experience and education in a related field.

Preferred Qualifications

• Understanding of the Software as a Service (SaaS) business model.
• Ability to demonstrate complex software applications.
• Strong business acumen and ability to understand complex business issues.
• Executive presence; ability to communicate at the most senior level.
• Ability to identify and understand the power of influencers versus buyers and how to navigate the nuances of each during the sales cycle.
• Ability to manage multiple complex sales cycles simultaneously.
• Ability to negotiate pricing with a focus on retaining value.
• Capability for achieving (and exceeding) sales quota targets.

Travel Requirements and Working Conditions

• Willingness to travel up to 30% for team and corporate meetings, fostering relationships and representing company interests.
• Reliable internet access for any period of time working remotely, as we embrace flexible work arrangements.
• Workiva supports employees in working where they work best—either from an office or remotely from any location within their country of employment.
• Workiva employees are required to undergo comprehensive security and privacy training tailored to their roles, ensuring adherence to company policies and regulatory standards.
• Workiva is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities.

How You’ll Be Rewarded

• On Target Earnings (OTE) range in the US: 143,000.00 - 230,000.00 USD Annual.
• Eligible for commission based on sales performance.
• Restricted Stock Units granted at time of hire.
• 401(k) match and comprehensive employee benefits package.
• The salary range represents the low and high end of the salary range for this job in the US. Minimums and maximums may vary based on location. The actual salary offer will carefully consider a wide range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, experience and other relevant factors.

Employment decisions are made without regard to age, race, creed, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status or any other protected characteristic.