Enterprise Account Executive
Valence
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New York, NY, USA
Posted on Friday, May 19, 2023
About Us
Valence's Team Development Platform incorporates team diagnostics, AI-supported coaching and best practice guidance to help any manager become a better team leader. Our clients are typically Fortune 500s like The Coca-Cola Company, Nestle, ExxonMobil, Wells Fargo, The Vanguard Group and more. Learn more about our journey in Tech Crunch and as seen in Harvard Business Review on the future of leadership development (as "SHIFT"). Learn more about our VC, Insight Partners, here.
The Role
The Account Executive will join the Sales team to independently lead enterprise deals ranging from 100k to 500K+. They will pitch VP-level learning and development executives at global F500 enterprises to generate new revenue. In doing so, they will utilize a consultative sales process to align client opportunities with the Valence suite of digital tools focused on teams, leadership, and culture.
Why This Role Matters
This is a foundational sales hire (AE #4) with a primary focus on acquiring new business for Valence following our successful Series A fundraise in May 2022. As one of the earlier AE hires your contribution will be instrumental in establishing the foundation for our future sales operations.
What You'll Do
- Lead six figure enterprise deals at F500 organizations, often from lead generation to close. Deals are in the 100 - 500k+ range.
- Source a portion of own leads through a combination of ABM hunting and existing networks. Support via Analysts/SDRs currently exists and will evolve over time.
- Execute a consultative sales methodology; understanding, advising and tailoring client solutions using Valence’s suite of tools.
- Execute on client pilots; our clients often run 3 month pilot processes in collaboration with our Sales and CS teams where we prove the value of our tools.
- Steward complex contract negotiations and procurement processes.
- Expand the footprint of Valence at existing clients by nurturing a strong partnership and identifying new areas of their business we can support
- Own key account touch points with the customer in partnership with the CS team.
- Contribute to ongoing improvements to your individual growth and the sales function as a whole at Valence, working with external advisors and coaches where necessary.
What We're Looking For
- Proven sales experience. Top-performing sales professional in B2B enterprise Saas, strong preference for HRtech. Demonstrated experience in consistently meeting or exceeding sales targets, closing high-value deals, and navigating complex sales cycles.
- Enterprise sales experience. Familiarity with the unique challenges of selling to Director, VP and C-Suites in F500 organizations.
- Consultative selling approach. Strong consultative selling skills with the ability to understand client needs, identify pain points, and effectively position our HR tech solutions as the ideal fit. Experience with L&D clients preferred.
- Relationship building. Exceptional relationship-building skills to establish trust and credibility with enterprise-level clients. Proven ability to nurture long-term relationships, navigate complex org structures, and build a strong network within the HR industry.
- Communication skills. Outstanding verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to articulate complex concepts in a clear and concise manner.
- Self-motivated, adaptable and resilient. Highly motivated and self-driven, with a strong desire to achieve and exceed sales targets. Willingness to embrace challenges, experiment and continuously learn and grow as Valence grows.
- Passion for our size and stage. Clear motivations for wanting to join a Series A, early stage sales team focused on our themes of organizational psychology, teams, culture, leadership, manager enablement, coaching, change management, organizational design.
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Why Valence
- Ownership of projects and strategic priorities regardless of seniority in our learning-focused environment.
- Frequent, tailored coaching and feedback sessions with managers deeply invested in your professional growth and development (1:1s, quarterly reviews, development feedback and more).
- Strong ties to the executive team, a culture of transparency and engagement with strategic decisions.
- Options from day one, which means you will be on the ownership track right away.
- Competitive salary and equity packages.
- Comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental, and vision) from day 1.
- Virtual doctor and mental health services from day 1.
- Provision of anything you need to be successful - learning tools, hardware, office equipment, software.
- Generous PTO, company-wide R&R shutdowns and paid leave for parents.
- A WFH stipend, phone stipend and merch merch merch.
Location and Work Environment
This is a primarily remote, work-from-home role. There are quarterly gatherings in person (December, March, June, September) for 4 -5 days of co working. Candidates must be comfortable to travel and have the necessarily passport/authorization to travel internationally.
Diversity Equity and Inclusion
We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment where our team members, vendors, contractors and beyond feel valued and supported. We know that our commitment to inclusion and belonging enables us to do our best work overall. We strongly encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds regardless of race, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, age, citizenship, disability, and national origin. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the hiring and selection process. We know applying for a job can be intimidating, please don’t hesitate to reach out - Allison Langille, Head of People jobs@valence.co.
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