Account Executive (US)

About the role

You’ll be focused on driving net new business growth, working closely with Microsoft to generate and convert opportunities into revenue. You’ll build strong relationships across Microsoft sales teams (STU & ATU), uncover co-sell opportunities, and own deals from initial engagement through to close before handing over to delivery. You’ll play a key role in expanding our presence in the US market and building industry-aligned growth.

Responsibilities

• Build and grow trusted relationships within Microsoft (STU & ATU as a core focus)
• Generate referrals, co-sell opportunities, and joint pursuits with Microsoft sellers
• Expand your Microsoft network to unlock funding streams (ECIF, MCI, Co-Sell)
• Partner with Marketing and the VP North America to develop direct sales channels
• Work closely with delivery teams to support ongoing client growth
• Own a net new revenue target and define how you’ll achieve it
• Identify and pursue new business opportunities across key industry verticals
• Bring in pre-sales and technical support at the right stage to maximise deal value
• Negotiate outcomes that work for the client, Microsoft, and Changing Social
• Close deals and ensure a smooth handover to delivery
• Maintain strong knowledge across: Microsoft 365 Copilot & Copilot Studio, Power Platform, Modern Work (including Viva)
• Lead high-level demos and presentations
• Stay up to date with Microsoft roadmap and market changes
• Track market trends, Microsoft programme changes, and competitor activity
• Share insight with leadership and proposition teams
• Adapt your approach based on market signals
• Manage pipeline, contacts, and forecasting through CRM
• Keep data accurate and up to date
• Report on pipeline health and sales performance
• Confidently forecast monthly numbers (committed, uncommitted, upside)

Requirements

4+ years in sales with a track record of hitting/exceeding targets
3+ years selling Microsoft technologies
Strong experience in services-based sales

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of sales methodologies
• Ability to apply knowledge in real client scenarios
• Growth mindset and continuous development
• Business Impact - Proven ability to deliver measurable results
• Contributes to business growth and market expansion
• Collaboration - Works effectively across teams (sales, marketing, delivery)
• Shares knowledge and best practices
• Buils strong internal relationships
• Communication & Influence - Confident in presentations and negotiations
• Buils trust with clients and stakeholders
• Communicates clearly and effectively
• Problem Solving - Understands client needs and shapes solutions
• Brings innovative thinking to sales approach
• Adapts in a fast-paced, evolving environment

Skills

• Knowledge & Experience
• Core Skills & Competencies

Benefits

• Medical Insurance: Comprehensive cover with 85% employer contribution and access to virtual care
• Dental & Vision: Coverage for everyday dental and eye care, including frames and contacts
• 401k: 2% employer contribution with flexible investment options
• Time Off: 23 days annual leave + public holidays, Christmas shutdown, and extra days for tenure
• Flexible Working: Remote-first approach with flexibility to support work-life balance