Cision
Communication Solutions
AccountExecutive
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“Account Executive at Cision. Skills: Customer acquisition, Revenue generation, Sales execution. Own and deliver net-new ARR quota. Generate and maintain qualified pipeline”
What You'll Achieve.
Own and deliver net-new ARR quota; Achieve new-logo revenue targets
Industry & Context.
Develops solutions; Analyze situations; Analyze data; Determine best approach; Provide suggestions
Remain stationary, Frequent computer use, Handle light materials, Close vision, Adjust focus
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
5+ years in related role, B2B sales with quota responsibility, Demonstrated ability to close new-logo business, Proficiency with CRM systems, Proficiency with sales tools
Nice to Have
University degree preferred, Experience selling into Commercial accounts, Experience selling into mid-market accounts, Familiarity with structured qualification methodologies, Experience in subscription-based environments, Experience in recurring revenue environments
What You'll Do.
Own and deliver net-new ARR quota
Generate and maintain qualified pipeline
Achieve new-logo revenue targets
Execute prospecting process
Execute discovery process
Execute value articulation process
Execute negotiation process
Execute close process
Apply structured sales methodologies
Maintain accurate forecasting
Partner with Solution Consultants
Partner with Marketing
Progress opportunities
Transition closed accounts
Execute contract execution
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Partner with SDRs; Partner with Solution Consultants; Partner with Marketing
Communication Scope
Writing; Speaking
Full Job Description
At Cision, we believe in empowering every individual to make an impact. Here, your voice is heard, your ideas are valued, and your unique perspective fuels our collective success. As part of our global team, you'll thrive in an environment that champions curiosity, collaboration, and innovation, all while making meaningful contributions to the brands we accelerate. Join us in shaping the future of communication and building authentic connections that matter. Whether you're solving complex problems or driving bold innovations, your growth is our success, and together, we’ll create the conversations of tomorrow. Empower your impact at Cision. Be seen, be understood, be you. This role is responsible for owning net-new customer acquisition within Commercial segments by converting qualified prospects into first-time customers. This role creates new annual recurring revenue (ARR) through disciplined pipeline generation, structured discovery, and execution of defined sales plays in transactional to mid-market complexity environments. What You'll Do Own and deliver net-new ARR quota within assigned Commercial segment. Generate and maintain sufficient qualified pipeline to achieve consistent new-logo revenue targets. Execute defined prospecting, discovery, value articulation, negotiation, and close processes. Apply structured sales methodologies aligned to established go-to-market standards. Manage shorter sales cycles with moderate stakeholder complexity. Maintain accurate forecasting and disciplined CRM documentation. Partner with SDRs, Solution Consultants, and Marketing to progress opportunities efficiently. Transition closed accounts to post-sale teams upon contract execution. Perform other duties and responsibilities as required to support business needs. What You'll Bring Extensive knowledge and application of principles, theories and concepts. Complete knowledge of all job functions and the broad industry best practices, techniques and standards. Develops solutions t
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