Strategic Account Director
London • FullTime
Posted 10mo ago
Remote Work Policy
On-site
Employment Type
FullTime
Categories
Applied AI Engineer
About the job
Decagon is seeking a Director, Strategic Accounts to join their team. This role is ideal for someone who is highly autonomous, product-minded, and enjoys building pipelines with major global brands. You will have the support of strong engineering resources to customize solutions and close deals. The company is focused on redefining customer experiences through conversational AI, enabling personalized and satisfying interactions across various channels.
Responsibilities
- Develop strategies to penetrate and close key strategic accounts.
- Build deep, trusted relationships with stakeholders at all levels within customer organizations.
- Understand customer business needs, challenges, and priorities to identify expansion opportunities.
- Collaborate with internal teams (founders, strategists, engineering) to deliver customized solutions.
- Forecast and report accurately on pipeline and revenue.
- Develop and execute account plans for strategic deals.
- Provide feedback and insights to product and leadership teams to influence the company roadmap.
- Maintain expert knowledge of company products, services, and industry trends.
- Undertake moderate travel as required.
Requirements
- 7+ years of experience in strategic or enterprise sales.
- Proven track record of revenue growth and business expansion with large, complex accounts.
- Excellent communication, presentation, and negotiation skills.
- Strong business acumen and ability to engage with C-suite executives.
- Consultative selling approach focused on value-based solutions.
- Ability to manage multiple stakeholders and cross-functional initiatives.
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience.
- Previous experience selling AI or customer support/experience software is a plus.
Benefits
- Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits for employees and their families.
- Life Insurance and Disability Benefits.
- Retirement Plan (e.g., 401K, pension).
- Parental Leave.
- Fertility and family building benefits.
- Monthly stipend for wellness, lifestyle, and work-life balance.
- Daily lunches and snacks provided in the office.
- Take what you need vacation policy.
- 25 days of statutory leave for UK employees.