Director of University Partnerships or Sr. Account Executive (experience in selling Student Engagement & Lifecycle) NEW!
The Director of University Partnerships will play a pivotal role in accelerating Unifyedh's growth in the US by developing new business opportunities, nurturing relationships with higher education institutions, and executing strategic sales plans. This role is ideal for a dynamic and results-driven professional with a proven track record in B2B sales, preferably in the education technology sector.
Key Responsibilities:
Identify and develop new business opportunities within the higher education market to meet and exceed sales targets.
Build and maintain strong, long-lasting customer relationships with key decision-makers at colleges and universities.
Understand customer needs and requirements to effectively communicate Unifyed's value proposition.
Lead the entire sales cycle from prospecting to closing deals, including presentations, proposals, and contract negotiations.
Collaborate with the marketing team to develop targeted strategies and materials for the US market.
Provide market insights and feedback to the product and service development teams to ensure Unifyed's offerings meet the evolving needs of the US higher education sector.
Represent QuickLaunch at industry conferences, trade shows, and networking events to enhance brand visibility and establish thought leadership.
Begin to build and mentor a team of Account Executives focused on expanding Unifyed's presence in the US.
Selling experience to IT, CIOs, Director IT, CISO etc.
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in business, Marketing, or a related field.
At least 6 years of proven B2B sales experience, with a strong preference for experience in the education technology sector.
Demonstrated ability to meet and exceed sales targets.
Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
Strong relationship-building skills, with the ability to engage effectively with C-level executives.
Self-motivated with a results-driven approach and the ability to work independently.
Ability to travel as needed (up to 40%) for client meetings, conferences, and networking events.
Familiarity with HubSpot other software and sales performance tools.